Auxiliary Operator

Transdev - Carnesville, GA

Full-time

Carnesville, GA

5,001-10,000 employees

Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

About the position

Veolia North America is seeking an Auxiliary Operator (AO) to safely and reliably operate various equipment including wood dryers, fans, pumps, motors, and biomass-fired steam boilers. The AO will perform operations and maintenance tasks for the power plant, ensuring safe working conditions and efficient equipment operation. This role requires monitoring equipment, performing routine maintenance, and reporting any abnormalities to the Shift Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Perform all O&M activities including monitoring of all equipment and noting operating conditions of auxiliary equipment for the dryer operation and fuel yard operation.
• Report conditions, trends, and abnormalities to the Shift Supervisor.
• Perform routine boiler chemistry sampling procedures for all boilers; make adjustments per Control Operator's instructions when assigned to the power plant.
• Lock out equipment for maintenance; unlock and retest equipment after completion of repair.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as equipment lubrication and minor repairs to operating boiler auxiliaries such as fuel feed systems, pumps, and fans.
• Maintain safe working conditions; identify, report, and/or correct unsafe conditions in the work area.
• Perform operational rounds and required duties of the Auxiliary Operator position.
• Demonstrate ability and willingness to identify system components and how those components operate and interact.
• Receive deliveries as required.
• Work mandatory overtime as required.

Requirements

• 1-2 years' experience in central utility power plants including boilers, turbines, dryers, and compressed air.
• Working knowledge of the principles of combustion, boiler firing practices, steam turbines, and water treatment.
• Working skill in the operation of boilers, burners, valves, pumps, fans, water treatment systems, and all auxiliary equipment related to steam and electrical production.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance of the above listed equipment and safety-related tasks such as locking, unlocking, and testing for maintenance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor and operate the plant auxiliary equipment in general and inside/outside located equipment in particular.
• Must be able to work rotating shift assignments to support plant operations as assigned.
• Ability to tolerate temperature extremes, confined spaces, tolerate heights, climb ladders, lift heavy equipment/materials, and carry materials up and down stairs with the capacity of lifting 50 pounds.
• Able to wear PPE, accurately read and interpret gauges, and capable to hear and understand audible alarms.
• Able to communicate well with others.

Benefits

• Paid time off policies
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer sponsored 401(k) plan