Control Room Operator

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For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

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Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

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Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

The Control Room Operator leads and directs employees who, under the direction of the shift Supervisor, oversee and direct the operation of the facility. This position is responsible for monitoring the status of all plant systems on a continuous basis. Will respond to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and execute plant shutdown and start-up procedures and ensure that the plant meets its generating requirements while operating in a safe and environmentally efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities:

* Controls operation of station systems including but not limited to: steam generation, condensate, feed water, turbine/generator, circulating water, service water, fuel handling, ash handling, electrical, fire protection, air pollution control and various computer networks.

* Understands and trains other Operators on the operating principles of the power facility's systems, components and steam cycles.

* Reads and interprets meters, gauges, recorders and annunciators to determine system operating conditions; takes action within prescribed normal and emergency station operating procedures.

* Adjusts and monitors temperatures, pressures, flow and levels on station primary system components for plant optimization.

* Initiates and conducts periodic surveillance tests on station operating safety checks and tests on station operating conditions, takes action within prescribed normal, abnormal and emergency station operating procedures.

* Maintains required logs and calculations; observes these logs for indications of faulty operation; notifies supervisor of abnormal system conditions.

* Monitor operation of station systems and components including pumps, motors, valves, fans, dampers, grates, augers, conveyors, dust collections, etc.

* Monitors operability of fire protection systems, emergency backup equipment, electrical supply equipment and instrumentation associated with station systems and components.

* Monitoring air pollution control equipment

* Accurately reading and recording data, and reporting equipment malfunctions or trends, which indicate possible equipment danger

* Identifying and correcting abnormal operating conditions or emergency situations

Qualifications:

* GED/HS Diploma

* To be considered for the position, the individual must have three years directly related power industry experience required; with progressive technical and supervisory responsibilities preferred

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* Strong leadership and excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to problem solve and make good decisions.

* The capability to manage critical events and prioritize in an emergency, providing clear direction in operational, safety, and environmental tasks.

* Thorough understanding, of the Auxiliary Operator and Control Room Operators' duties and responsibilities and be capable of standing watch in any of these subsidiary positions.

* Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities.

Physical Demands:

* 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

Shift Work:

* Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Rotating on a 5-2-2-5 schedule.

What Reworld Offers You:

* Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment

* Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards

* 401k - match up to 7%

* Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)

* Paid Parental Leave

* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Employee Referral Bonus

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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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Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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