Plant Utility Operator at Reworld in Niagara Falls, NY

Who we are

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.

Our Business

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.

Our Value

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 P/U Operator is responsible for supporting plant operations and maintenance activities during evening hours. This role requires strong technical knowledge of plant systems, troubleshooting capabilities, and hands-on mechanical skills. The ideal candidate must successfully participate in Reworld’s 5-week operational trainee program.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct steam blows, line warm-ups, and customer steam line startups.
• Perform weekly steam line walkdowns and quarterly steam trap audits.
• Provide vacation relief coverage for operations and supervisory roles, as assigned.
• Rebuild and repair primary and secondary sump pumps.
• Perform monthly and quarterly valve greasing activities.
• Complete sootblower preventive maintenance, including packing adjustments and pressure checks.
• Repair DBA and EFW drum gauge glasses.
• Clean heat exchangers supporting HVAC systems in the boiler house, administration buildings, CEMS, and precipitators.
• Order and install filters for air handling units, cooling fans, and related equipment.
• Charge glycol systems for heating and chiller systems to required gravity specifications.
• Provide shift coverage for absent operators, including Shift Supervisor, Control Room Operator, Assistant Control Room Operator, Tipping Floor Operator, and, when necessary, Crane Operator or BEO responsibilities.
• Assist maintenance teams during nighttime repairs requiring additional manpower, including roller grate clutch repairs, gearbox replacements, drag repairs, and crane repairs.
• Support plant operations during upsets, tube failures, or other emergent operational events.
• Lead contractor groups during outages and specialized cleaning activities, including blasting, water washing, and condenser cleaning.
• Train new operators on plant systems, operating procedures, and facility layout.
• Serve as a member of the confined space rescue team and act as a designated entry supervisor.
• Troubleshoot and resolve turbine generator issues reported through Teams communications.
• Maintain and replace filters on equipment including:
  • Atlas and IR air compressors
  • TG lube oil systems
  • Generator air filters
  • Cooling fans (ID, OFA, and ULCs)
  • Crane systems
  • Logic rooms and control rooms
  • AVRS systems
  • 5kV and 480V rooms
  • HVAC systems supporting administration and operations areas
• Act as a qualified permit technician.
• Utilize welding, light fabrication, and plumbing skills to complete minor repairs.
• Grease A/E main bearings and shear walls twice weekly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer and/or Shift Supervisor.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong understanding of plant operations, systems, and troubleshooting practices.
• Mechanical aptitude with hands-on maintenance experience.
• Ability to perform welding, light fabrication, and plumbing-related repairs.
• Ability to work independently during evening and overnight operations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lead contractors and assist with operational training initiatives.
• Willingness to participate in confined space rescue responsibilities and permit-related activities.

In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

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.

 

 

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. 

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $69,100.00 - $91,900.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.

Our DEI Commitment

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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Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.