Incinerator Operator I Job Description Sample

• 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.

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.

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).

• 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.

• 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.

Duration: 3
Months (Initially)

Location:
90 North Foxboro Dr North Salt Lake UT, 84054

Bill rate: $15/hr (No Benefits)

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 client 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 Works 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.

Nature Of Work

Water is Life! Join a hardworking team that is committed to provide safe and quality drinking water to Leesburg Customers.

The Town of Leesburg Department of Utilities is seeking an entry level or journey level water plant operator. The Department of Utilities operates a 12.5 million gallon per day filtration plant and a state certified microbology-testing laboratory. Come join a department that prides itself in high performance and has received numerous awards from organizations such as VDH and VML

What you'll be doing...

Work involves operating the water filtration plant and monitoring the process from a control board. Operators will monitor water quality by completing laboratory tests throughout the process to ensure high quality drinking water.

Required Qualifications

Utility Plant Operator Trainee (Grade 7)

$39,384-$67,421

• HS/GED

• Ability to obtain a Virginia Class IV Water Works Operator License within one year of employment.

• Ability to obtain a Virginia Class III Water Works Operators License within 3 years of obtaining Class IV License as issued by Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulator (DPOR).

• Possession of valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Knowledge in MS Suite applications and computer program applications appropriate to the position.

• Available and able to work shifts (nights, weekend and holidays)

OR

Utility Plant Operator I (Grade 8)

$42,767-$73,221

• HS/GED and one year of experience operating a water or wastewater treatment plant facility.

• Possession of current Class III Water Works Operator License for Water Supply as issued by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR).

• Water or environmental laboratory experience.

• Possession of a valid's driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Knowledge and familiarity with Virginia Waterworks Regulations.

• Knowledge in MS Suite applications and computer program applications appropriate to the position.

• Available and able to work shifts (nights, weekend and holidays)

OR

Utility Plant Operator II (Grade 9)

$45,995-$79,129

• HS/GED and two years of progressively responsible work in water or wastewater treatment.

• Possession of Class II Water Works Operator License issued by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR).

• Water and/or Microbiology laboratory experience.

• Possession of a valid's driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Experience with industrial computer control system (SCDA) and process control system.

• Available to work shirts (nights, weekends and holidays).

OR

Senior Utility Plant Operator (Grade 10)

$49,949-$85,514

• HS/GED and five years of progressively responsible work in water or wastewater treatment.

• Water and/or Microbiology laboratory experience.

• Possession of a Class I Water Works Operator License or Class I Wastewater Operator's License as issued by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.

• Possession of a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Completion of relevant NIMS ICS training courses within 6 months of hire date.

• Available and able to work shifts (nights, weekends, holidays).

Preferred Qualifications

Utility Plant Operator Trainee

• Virginia Class IV Water Works Operator License issued by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR).

• Water or environmental laboratory experience

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

OR

Utility Plant Operator I

• Backflow device certification.

• Experience with SCADA and Process Control Systems.

• Completion of VDH/VWEA Operators Short School - Virginia Tech.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish

OR

Utility Plant Operator II

• Backflow device certification.

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry or other related science.

• Bacteriology laboratory experience.

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

OR

Senior Utility Plant Operator

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or other related science.

• Completion of VA Operators Short School, Level 3.

• Supervisory and training experience.

• Possession of valid commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements and a safe driving record.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

The Town offers a competitive benefits package and compensation is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. For more information about the Department of Utilities go to : https://www.leesburgva.gov/government/departments/utilities-water-sewer

City

Rochester

State

Minnesota

Telecommute

No

Department

Facilities & System Support

Why Mayo Clinic

Bring your skills to a small team and gain knowledge of the vast equipment and technology on site. This facility offers many learning opportunities.

Position description

Responsible for guiding waste through the incineration process. Responsible for maintaining compliance with USEPA, MPCA, USDA and the city of Rochester regulations.

This includes adjusting waste weights for optimal burn efficiency, monitoring the control panel to ensure the waste combustor, wet scrubber, WESP, wastewater treatment system, Urea, and caustic systems are functioning within their designed specifications and setpoints. Oversees the data acquisition system and carries out adjustments to comply with the operating permit. Notifies Operators of potential failures and provides technical and mechanical assistance for repairs and modifications of facility systems.

Is relied upon in emergencies, repairs and power outages. Operates front end loader to stage trash for the receiving conveyors and to clear the unloading area for the trash trucks. Operates articulating material handlers to keep trash pits flowing to the conveyance system.

Performs ongoing checks on all systems using the computer operating system.

Provides training and technical knowledge to new facility employees. Operates the high pressure boiler to provide steam to the smoke eater and infectious waste sterilizers.

Performs record keeping on ash roll-offs, waste deliveries, circular charts, bar code deliveries, regulated waste deliveries and daily log book. Operates fork lift to dump ash and unload deliveries. Loads and monitors the pathological incinerator.

Attends on and off site training for new equipment, MPCA certification, electrical, safety and permit changes. Sanitizes waste carts, ensuring at least one load of sanitized carts is ready to return to the Clinic campus at all times. Requires the ability to work rotating shifts and overtime, as needed, including some weekends.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to operate powered and un-powered hand tools.

Must be able to operate a fork lift, bobcat, front-end loader, articulating arm, floor scrubber and floor sweeper. Requires general computer operating ability.

Additional qualifications

Completion of Building Utility Mechanic program strongly encouraged. Experience repairing and maintaining electrical equipment and 3-phase motors preferred.

Electrical license holders desired. Experience handling regulated medical waste preferred.

License or certification

Must have or be able to obtain a Minnesota 2nd Class B Engineer License within 1 1/2 years of hire. Must have or be able to obtain a Minnesota Waste Combustor Operator certificate within 2 years of hire. Must have or be able to acquire CPR certification within 6 months of hire.

Exemption status

Non-exempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. The minimum pay rate is $21.10 per hour.

Benefits eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours / Pay period
80

Schedule details

Must be able to work a rotating shift

Monday through Friday that switches

on the needs of the facility or every 5 weeks.
8:00am to 4:30pm, 4:00pm to 12:00am,
12:00am to 8:00am

Weekend schedule

Occasional weekend work and the ability to

switch to an unscheduled shift is expected

Site description

Mayo Clinic is located in the heart of downtown Rochester, Minnesota, a vibrant, friendly city that provides a highly livable environment for more than 34,000 Mayo staff and students. The city is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States because of its affordable cost of living, healthy lifestyle, excellent school systems and exceptionally high quality of life.

Category

Support Services

Job posting number
106111BR

Recruiter

Stephanie Finer

Equal opportunity employer

Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).