Utility Operator

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The title Utility Operator designates employees who, under general supervision, perform various hands‑on tasks required for the up-keep, maintenance, and operation of the plant and its component equipment.

• Manning picking platform while shredding
• Shredder Maintenance (change or rotate hammers)
• General housekeeping of the facility both internal and exterior
• Conveyor cleaning and minor conveyor maintenance; (rollers, seals, scrapers)
• Boiler outage support which may include:
  • Mobile equipment operation
  • Shift coverage while others support outage
  • Basic rigging/tugging
  • Annual equipment cleaning or overhaul
  • Boiler grate repair
• Operate surge bins when needed
• Perform maintenance on equipment
• Assist other departments in their various tasks
• Painting
• Snow removal
• Warehouse support (inventory)
• Unloading Special Waste
• Confine space attendant
• Assist in fire prevention (fire watch) and extinguishment of incipient fires
• Scheduled and unscheduled Overtime to support the needs of the facility.
• Wear full or half face respirator, don tyvek suit
• Additional duties as assigned to ensure safe and efficient facility operations

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Possess good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to operate such equipment as front end loaders, fork trucks, and sweepers.
• Valid State Drivers License.

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
• Consistently work in various weather conditions

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $22.15 - $29.49 per hour.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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