Fuel Handler

About Veolia North America

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full spectrum of water, waste and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. Please visit our website 

Job Description

BENEFITS

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.  Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

POSITION PURPOSE: Responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the power plant fuel yard operation.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operate and monitor front end loaders, which include completing heavy equipment safety check sheets each shift and performing daily/weekly operation checks on the equipment.
2. Unload biomass and poultry litter trucks, as well as transport and deliver products to designated areas in storage buildings.
3. Conduct regular equipment checks and perform preventative maintenance and housekeeping as required to ensure that the equipment is functional and effective.
4. Mix fuel to specified ratio.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work Environment: Spends 100% of the time in operations environment. May need to work outside in inclement weather conditions and drive company vehicle to perform duties. Possible Work Hazards: May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, heavy machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work environment temperatures, slippery surfaces, water hazards and electrical equipment. Physical Demands: Amount of time spent – Standing 25%, Walking 75% for as many as five miles per shift. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces. May be required to use ladders or stairs. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Requires close visual observation to detect process non-conformance and machine malfunction.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• General knowledge of how to operate and conduct maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Able to work rotating shift assignment to support plant operations as assigned.
• Ability to tolerate confined spaces, tolerate heights, climb ladders, lift heavy equipment, and carry materials up and down stairs with the capacity of lifting 50 pounds.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training: 

• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have a safe driving record.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.