Incinerator Operator I Job Description Sample

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Three or more years related experience or training in a plant or manufacturing environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.

• One or more years of experience overseeing the work of others.

• Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.

• Demonstrates the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift.

• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of the duties / responsibilities of Plant Workers and Incinerator

• Operators in order to provide operational and work direction accordingly.

• Knowledge of roll-off truck processes preferred (depending on location).

Oversees a designated incinerator operations shift to ensure productivity goals are achieved while maintaining compliance with all applicable safety and health and environmental compliance regulations, and all Stericycle policies and procedures.

• Oversees the Operators and Plant Workers for a designated shift.

• Assists in the training and development of operations shift personnel in the performance of their job duties.

• Assists in establishing, communicating, and driving shift performance goals.

• Provides shift and individual performance feedback to the appropriate manager or supervisor, Monitors operations and shift team metrics in order to recommend, where necessary, changes in processing methods, operational procedures and personnel utilization to maintain production efficiency.

• Monitors and ensures that team members are adhering to all Safety, Health and Environmental compliance regulations, and all Stericycle policies and procedures. Communicates to the Operations Supervisor or Facility Manager, all issues, concerns and shift team recommendations regarding safety, compliance, and productivity.

• Initiate actions to assure timely resolution of identified hazards or unsafe conditions or practices.

• Perform additional operator / plant tasks including, but not limited to: • Ensures the incinerator waste feed rate and blending is performed properly to maintain correct incinerator temperatures and to maximize throughput. • Monitors incinerator and steam systems (where applicable), ash removal system, ash quality, and Air Pollution Control system parameters to include but not limited to: temperatures, pH, absorber flow rate, reagent feed rates, differential pressures and other system parameters to insure safe, compliant and efficient operations are maintained. Reports any issues identified to the appropriate manager/supervisor. • Completes all necessary logging and reporting documents neatly and accurately and file according to procedure. • Operates vehicles, including but not limited to, on yard movement of trucks, tractors, trailers, and rolloffs. • Operates hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts or similar equipment as part of unloading and loading vehicles for processing or transfer. • Stages waste containers for weighing and scanning in the SteriWorks system. • Weighs and scans waste containers into the SteriWorks system for proper recordkeeping purposes. • Empties waste containers into process bins/receptacles, decants containers for transfer and/or loads waste containers onto conveyor system for incineration. • Places reusable containers on wash line for decontamination. • Operates reusable container wash unit to properly decontaminate reusable containers. Remove clean containers, inspect for serviceability and compliance and stage for loading onto assigned vehicles for reuse. • Decontaminates cargo area of vehicles and ensures vehicle cargo areas do not have free liquid on the floors. Loads reusable containers and other service supplies on vehicles as assigned. • Ensures work area is clean and free of debris; cleans up all spills immediately. Performs housekeeping assignments and all other duties as required or requested.

• Performs housekeeping assignments and all other duties as required or requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Three or more years related experience or training in a plant or manufacturing environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.

• One or more years of experience overseeing the work of others.

• Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.

• Demonstrates the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift.

• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of the duties / responsibilities of Plant Workers and Incinerator

• Operators in order to provide operational and work direction accordingly.

• Knowledge of roll-off truck processes preferred (depending on location).

Oversees a designated incinerator operations shift to ensure productivity goals are achieved while maintaining compliance with all applicable safety and health and environmental compliance regulations, and all Stericycle policies and procedures.

• Oversees the Operators and Plant Workers for a designated shift.

• Assists in the training and development of operations shift personnel in the performance of their job duties.

• Assists in establishing, communicating, and driving shift performance goals.

• Provides shift and individual performance feedback to the appropriate manager or supervisor, Monitors operations and shift team metrics in order to recommend, where necessary, changes in processing methods, operational procedures and personnel utilization to maintain production efficiency.

• Monitors and ensures that team members are adhering to all Safety, Health and Environmental compliance regulations, and all Stericycle policies and procedures. Communicates to the Operations Supervisor or Facility Manager, all issues, concerns and shift team recommendations regarding safety, compliance, and productivity.

• Initiate actions to assure timely resolution of identified hazards or unsafe conditions or practices.

• Perform additional operator / plant tasks including, but not limited to: • Ensures the incinerator waste feed rate and blending is performed properly to maintain correct incinerator temperatures and to maximize throughput. • Monitors incinerator and steam systems (where applicable), ash removal system, ash quality, and Air Pollution Control system parameters to include but not limited to: temperatures, pH, absorber flow rate, reagent feed rates, differential pressures and other system parameters to insure safe, compliant and efficient operations are maintained. Reports any issues identified to the appropriate manager/supervisor. • Completes all necessary logging and reporting documents neatly and accurately and file according to procedure. • Operates vehicles, including but not limited to, on yard movement of trucks, tractors, trailers, and rolloffs. • Operates hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts or similar equipment as part of unloading and loading vehicles for processing or transfer. • Stages waste containers for weighing and scanning in the SteriWorks system. • Weighs and scans waste containers into the SteriWorks system for proper recordkeeping purposes. • Empties waste containers into process bins/receptacles, decants containers for transfer and/or loads waste containers onto conveyor system for incineration. • Places reusable containers on wash line for decontamination. • Operates reusable container wash unit to properly decontaminate reusable containers. Remove clean containers, inspect for serviceability and compliance and stage for loading onto assigned vehicles for reuse. • Decontaminates cargo area of vehicles and ensures vehicle cargo areas do not have free liquid on the floors. Loads reusable containers and other service supplies on vehicles as assigned. • Ensures work area is clean and free of debris; cleans up all spills immediately. Performs housekeeping assignments and all other duties as required or requested.

• Performs housekeeping assignments and all other duties as required or requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• One year related experience or training or combination of experience and training, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.

• Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.

• Demonstrates the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift.

Ensures the incinerators are operated in an efficient and compliant manner, that all waste containers are unloaded from vehicles, that vehicles are properly decontaminated, supplies and waste containers are properly staged for weighing, scanning and processing. Performs all duties in accordance with all applicable safety, environmental compliance and Stericycle policies and procedures.

• Ensure the incinerator waste feed rate and blending is performed properly to maintain correct incinerator temperatures and to maximize throughput.

• Monitor incinerator and steam systems (where applicable), ash removal system, ash quality, and Air Pollution Control system parameters to include but not limited to: temperatures, pH, absorber flow rate, reagent feed rates, differential pressures and other system parameters to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations are maintained. Report any issues identified to shift Lead.

• Complete all necessary logging and reporting documents neatly and accurately and file according to procedure.

• Perform additional plant tasks including, but not limited to: •Operate vehicles, including but not limited to, on yard movement of trucks, tractors, trailers, and rolloffs. •Operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts or similar equipment as part of unloading and loading vehicles for processing or transfer. •Stage waste containers for weighing and scanning in the SteriWorks system. •Weigh and scan waste containers into the SteriWorks system for proper recordkeeping purposes. •Empty waste containers into process bins/receptacles, decant containers for transfer and/or load waste containers onto conveyor system for incineration. •Place reusable containers on wash line for decontamination. •Operate reusable container wash unit to properly decontaminate reusable containers. Remove clean containers, inspect for serviceability and compliance and stage for loading onto assigned vehicles for reuse. •Decontaminate cargo area of vehicles and ensure vehicle cargo areas do not have free liquid on the floors. Load reusable containers and other service supplies on vehicles as assigned. •Ensure work area is clean and free of debris; clean up all spills immediately.

• Perform housekeeping assignments and all other duties as required or requested.

Incinerator Operator

Veolia offers the most complete range of environmental solutions to meet the challenges of cities, governments, campuses, businesses and industries. Our network of talent and hands-on know-how is unique and unrivaled.

We help our customers address their environmental and sustainability challenges in energy, water and waste. That means improving our clients' energy efficiency, better managing their water and wastewater, and recovering resources from their wastes. We do this in a safe, cost-effective and innovative manner for more than 550 communities and more than 30,000 businesses, campuses and organizations throughout North America.

Our Gulf Coast branch provides services for our customers located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas. Within the Gulf Coast branch, Veolia operates a hazardous waste incinerator in Port Arthur, TX, a service center in Baytown, TX and a service center in College Park, GA. The Gulf Coast branch offers the following services: Lab Chemical Services, On-Site Services, Transportation, Household Hazardous Waste, Reactive Chemicals, Remediation, Training Services, Specialty Services, Drum Management, Incineration, Fuels Blending, Recycling and Radioactive Waste Management.

This position is responsible for operating, and monitoring incinerator start up and shut down, waste incineration and accessory equipment to include scrubbers, fans, kilns, pumps, values, conveyors and other related equipment as needed to insure safe, efficient, and effective incineration processes in accordance with permits and compliance regulations in the disposal and discharge of solid and liquid waste products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Make appropriate control panel adjustments to maintain permit parameters and to insure that all equipment is working properly in accordance with standard operating conditions throughout the disposal of waste materials.

• Take appropriate measures to correct any emergency conditions by responding to alarms while maintaining normal running conditions.

• Keep accurate and complete logbook entries, transfer logs, burn plan downtime log, etc., and verifies that burn plan and kiln data is correct and accurate to insure meeting regulatory requirements.

• Follow daily burn plans and report any problems or discrepancies in the plan that may result in inefficiencies and or backlog of operations.

• Note any maintenance items that need to be addressed to keep equipment in good operating order and as required, lend assistance in the maintenance process.

• Maintain a safe, clean, neat, and well organized work area by monitoring spills, leaks or potential fire hazards to effectively handle problems to insure efficiency and effectiveness of waste treatment with minimal disruption to the facility.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

• Proficient in operating forklift, backhoe, vacuum trucks and a variety of tools preferred

• Operate the control board proficiently optimizing production.

• Must be able to proficiently operate the support units to the combustion system (i.e. scrubbing system, cooling system and the solids removal systems)

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required

• Process Operations certification preferred

• Associate's degree with emphasis in environmental skills preferred

• Prior work experience of 6 months to 1 year in the hazardous waste industry

Certification/Licenses:

• 40 hour OSHA HAZWOPER
• Annual MACT Testing

Veolia offers the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Life and AD&D insurance

• Long- and short-term disability insurance

• Flexible benefit plans

• Voluntary group legal

• Adoption reimbursement

• College-savings plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employer matched 401(k) plan

• Paid time off to include vacation, holidays, sick and personal

• Employee referral program

• Incentive bonus programs

• Domestic and international mobility opportunities

• Vacation

• Holidays

• Sick days

• Personal days

Veolia is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D.

• Education equivalent to Associates Degree from two-year college or technical school, or the equivalent in related work experience.

• Three or more years related experience and/or training, demonstrating the ability to identify and perform repairs that are needed and to assure scheduled production run.

• Minimum 5 years experience in related field working with hydraulics, pneumatics, basic electrical, pumps and plumbing.

• Must have supervisory experience with planning, directing and overseeing maintenance personnel.

• Experience with DAS System programming, maintenance and troubleshooting is preferred..

• Possession of an electrical license or Journeyman level experience is preferred.

• Possession of an Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) certification from accredited technical program or college course as well as PLC training, experience and or certification is preferred.

• Must have experience with the use of forklifts, man-lifts, and various rigging equipment in the performance of maintenance activities.

• Possession of boiler, welding, or electrical certification or license is helpful.

• Must have experience with the performance of lockout/tag out and permit confined space programs related to maintenance activities.

• Must have experience with general air pneumatics, including air compressor operation and maintenance, regulator replacement, solenoid valve replacement, 2-way and 3-way valve, tubing installation, pneumatic pumps and general system troubleshooting.

• Demonstrates the ability to use all power tools associated with metal machining to include: power drills, chop saws, reciprocating saw, grinder and pneumatic hammers.

• Must be able to use soldering/brazing torches, and acetylene torches for cutting steel.

• Must be able to use a welder to fuse carbon steel and perform repairs.

• Knowledge of how to maintain a hydraulic system and the ability to read hydraulic flow diagrams is preferred.

• The ability to weld stainless steel or higher alloys and to operate a TIG welder is a plus.

Under direction of the Maintenance Manager, plan and perform all maintenance functions, including but not limited to preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on all equipment throughout the plant. Install, troubleshoot and maintain all plant equipment in proper operating condition by applying safe workplace practices, following preventive maintenance programs and procedures, and developing/documenting, best-industry practices.

• Performs diagnostic evaluation on equipment and make repairs when needed. Ensures that repairs are performed safely, properly and in the shortest amount of time possible to maintain the highest level of operational readiness.

• Oversees workflow and sets priorities within the maintenance shop. Plan and schedule all in-house repairs. Lead maintenance team and oversee outside contractors making repairs to the facility.

• Safely performs or guides preventive, corrective, and scheduled maintenance on a daily basis on a variety of machinery within the plant. This machinery includes: •Fire tube boiler and ancillary equipment, steam delivery systems, water softeners and other water treatment equipment, air handling equipment, commercial washers, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, ad conveyor systems. •Incinerator process equipment/systems maintenance, including burners, CEMs , high temperature refractory, controls, PLC, combustion air blowers, pressure controls and conveyance systems. •Steam turbine and electrical generator systems. •Air pollution control devices, to include bag houses, evaporative coolers, acid absorbers, and carbon beds. •General air pneumatics, including air compressor, regulators, solenoid valves, 2-way and 3-way valve, tubing installation, pneumatic pumps and related systems.

• Performs light electrical maintenance on all plant equipment to include 480V/240V/120V/24V powers systems.

• Documents results through completed work orders based on schedule and priority or as required.

• Provide training, direction and assist Technicians, Operators, and Laborers as needed.

• Vigorously support Stericycle's commitment to Safety by complying with safety regulations and maintaining clean and orderly work areas.

• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• One year related experience or training or combination of experience and training, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.

• Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.

• Demonstrates the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift.

Ensures the incinerators are operated in an efficient and compliant manner, that all waste containers are unloaded from vehicles, that vehicles are properly decontaminated, supplies and waste containers are properly staged for weighing, scanning and processing. Performs all duties in accordance with all applicable safety, environmental compliance and Stericycle policies and procedures.

• Ensure the incinerator waste feed rate and blending is performed properly to maintain correct incinerator temperatures and to maximize throughput.

• Monitor incinerator and steam systems (where applicable), ash removal system, ash quality, and Air Pollution Control system parameters to include but not limited to: temperatures, pH, absorber flow rate, reagent feed rates, differential pressures and other system parameters to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations are maintained. Report any issues identified to shift Lead.

• Complete all necessary logging and reporting documents neatly and accurately and file according to procedure.

• Perform additional plant tasks including, but not limited to: •Operate vehicles, including but not limited to, on yard movement of trucks, tractors, trailers, and rolloffs. •Operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts or similar equipment as part of unloading and loading vehicles for processing or transfer. •Stage waste containers for weighing and scanning in the SteriWorks system. •Weigh and scan waste containers into the SteriWorks system for proper recordkeeping purposes. •Empty waste containers into process bins/receptacles, decant containers for transfer and/or load waste containers onto conveyor system for incineration. •Place reusable containers on wash line for decontamination. •Operate reusable container wash unit to properly decontaminate reusable containers. Remove clean containers, inspect for serviceability and compliance and stage for loading onto assigned vehicles for reuse. •Decontaminate cargo area of vehicles and ensure vehicle cargo areas do not have free liquid on the floors. Load reusable containers and other service supplies on vehicles as assigned. •Ensure work area is clean and free of debris; clean up all spills immediately.

• Perform housekeeping assignments and all other duties as required or requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• One year related experience or training or combination of experience and training, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.

• Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.

• Demonstrates the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift.

Ensures all waste containers are unloaded from vehicles, that the vehicles are decontaminated, and waste is properly staged for weighing, scanning and processing. Ensures that all duties as assigned are performed in an efficient manner and in accordance with all applicable safety, environmental compliance, and Stericycle policies and procedures.

• Unload waste containers from incoming vehicles for incineration or transfer

• Load waste containers onto conveyor system for processing or properly stage waste containers for decanting and/or transfer.

• Weigh waste containers and scan barcodes into the SteriWorks system for proper recordkeeping purposes.

• Load waste into process bins or incinerator hopper(s) for processing.

• Place emptied reusable containers on reusable container wash line for decontamination.

• Operate reusable container wash unit to properly decontaminate reusable containers. Remove clean reusable containers, inspect for serviceability and compliance and stage for loading onto assigned vehicles for reuse.

• Operate vehicles, including but not limited to, on yard movement of trucks, tractors, trailers, and rolloffs. Operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts or similar equipment as part of unloading and loading vehicles for processing or transfer.

• Clean and decontaminate cargo area of vehicles as needed and ensure vehicle cargo areas are free of liquids on the floor. Load assigned reusable containers or other service supplies and properly secure load for transportation.

• Complete housekeeping assignments and assist in other areas of the plant operation as required or requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• One year related experience or training or combination of experience and training, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact.

• Demonstrates knowledge of barcode scanning and basic computer skills.

• Demonstrates knowledge of Hazardous Materials and OSHA Regulations.

• Demonstrates the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift.

This is an overnight shift, working Sunday through Tuesday 6PM to 6AM and Wednesdays 6PM - Midnight

Ensures the incinerators are operated in an efficient and compliant manner, that all waste containers are unloaded from vehicles, that vehicles are properly decontaminated, supplies and waste containers are properly staged for weighing, scanning and processing. Performs all duties in accordance with all applicable safety, environmental compliance and Stericycle policies and procedures.

• Ensure the incinerator waste feed rate and blending is performed properly to maintain correct incinerator temperatures and to maximize throughput.

• Monitor incinerator and steam systems (where applicable), ash removal system, ash quality, and Air Pollution Control system parameters to include but not limited to: temperatures, pH, absorber flow rate, reagent feed rates, differential pressures and other system parameters to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations are maintained. Report any issues identified to shift Lead.

• Complete all necessary logging and reporting documents neatly and accurately and file according to procedure.

• Perform additional plant tasks including, but not limited to: •Operate vehicles, including but not limited to, on yard movement of trucks, tractors, trailers, and rolloffs. •Operate hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts or similar equipment as part of unloading and loading vehicles for processing or transfer. •Stage waste containers for weighing and scanning in the SteriWorks system. •Weigh and scan waste containers into the SteriWorks system for proper recordkeeping purposes. •Empty waste containers into process bins/receptacles, decant containers for transfer and/or load waste containers onto conveyor system for incineration. •Place reusable containers on wash line for decontamination. •Operate reusable container wash unit to properly decontaminate reusable containers. Remove clean containers, inspect for serviceability and compliance and stage for loading onto assigned vehicles for reuse. •Decontaminate cargo area of vehicles and ensure vehicle cargo areas do not have free liquid on the floors. Load reusable containers and other service supplies on vehicles as assigned. •Ensure work area is clean and free of debris; clean up all spills immediately.

• Perform housekeeping assignments and all other duties as required or requested.

Applications are now being accepted for the position of:

Waste Water Operator B, Operator C or Operator Trainee

Under general supervision, performs specialized skilled work for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Division of the Public Works Department. Work involves assuring proper operation and maintenance of Wastewater Treatment Plant in order to meet water quality standards for the protection of health and environment. Reports to the Foreman.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Operates pumps, motors, grit collectors, clarifiers, trickling filters, chemical feed equipment, belt press, flow meter, etc.; performs process control and compliance testing, etc.; maintains supply inventory; collect samples.

Performs a variety of tasks including maintenance of equipment and facilities, preventive and corrective work, housekeeping and grounds keeping, confined space work. Performs records keeping of daily operations records, daily work records, SMX records, chemical logs, sample manifests, and work orders.

Provides for security and safety. Maintains occupational certification and commercial driver’s license. Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as laboratory reports, work schedules and orders, and sample schedules. Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as daily work records, daily operations record, punch time clock, work orders, preventive maintenance schedule, and weekly meter readings.

Refers to TCEQ permit, plant operations and maintenance manual, plant drawings, plant schematics, MSDS catalog, training manuals, policy manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.

Operates a variety of machines and equipment such as pumps and process equipment, computer, shop equipment, welders, torches, power tools, pickup truck, boats, cranes and hoists, mowers, etc.

Uses a variety of tools such as laboratory instruments and apparatus, shop and maintenance tools, etc.; a variety of supplies such as water treatment chemicals, lubricants and fuels, housekeeping supplies, etc.; and a variety of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, SCADA System, etc.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Foreman, other Operators, supervisors, Laboratory Technicians, Instrument Technicians, vendors, Police, and the General public.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a high school diploma or GED; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Requires a valid TCEQ Class “B” Operator’s License or TCEQ Class “C” Operator’s License or acquisition of a TCEQ Class “C” Operator’s License within two years.

Requires a valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License or the acquisition of same within three months.

Physical Requirements:
  Lift (80 pounds) from floor to knuckle height and carry up to 15 feet.

Lift from floor to knuckle height a manhole cover weight up to 80 pounds. Employee lifts/carries up to 100 pounds occasionally (less than 5% of the time or 1-100 time per day). Employee lifts/carries 20 pounds frequently (34%-66% of the time of 100-500 times per day). Employee lifts/carries 10 pounds constantly (67%-100% of the time or over 500 times per day). Employee’s positions require pushing a maximum force of 20 pounds. Employee’s position requires pulling a maximum force of 20 pounds. Climbs stairs and ladders (including water towers).

Salary: DOQ

Hours:  Monday – Friday 8am-5pm

To apply, you must submit a City of Greenville application form.  Resumes may only be submitted as an addendum to the official application form.

  Apply at the City of Greenville Human Resources Office located at 2821 Washington Street, by U.S. Mail to P.O. Box 1049, Greenville, Texas 75403, through e-mail to   Jobapps@ci.greenville.tx.us; application forms are available on the City’s website at:  www.ci.greenville.tx.us (903) 457-3134 or for TDD (903) 457-3128.  Open Until Filled.

Open until filled.