Job description

Nature of Work

Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, operates and maintains high pressure steam equipment and waste combustors.

Organization Relationships

Reports to Shift Supervisor

Examples of Work (Illustrative Only)

• Operate and maintain incinerators, boilers, fans, hydraulic systems, and pollution control systems associated with a refuse fire boiler.
• Operate auxiliary equipment including pumps, ash conveyors, and condensers.
• Operate refuse crane as necessary for relief of other shift personnel.
• Monitor and control the makeup of water treatment equipment and refuse tipping hall operations.
• Maintain operating log of all parameters on the shift.
• Perform miscellaneous housekeeping in and around the work area.
• Assist in the training of other employees.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Desirable Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the operation and maintenance of high pressure boilers, furnace, and related support equipment.
• Working ability to determine the nature and extent of system malfunction and take remedial action.
• Familiarity with the operation of reuse fired furnace.
• Ability to understand and comply with written and verbal operating procedures and instructions.
• Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Experience in resource recovery.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear a respirator
• Ability to climb ladders and steps
• Ability to work in confined space areas
• Ability to withstand extreme temperatures
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift that rotates monthly

Necessary Special Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Minnesota First Class A or Chief A Stationary Engineer’s License

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of high pressure steam generation systems.
• Ability to get the MPCA Provisional Waste Combustor Certificate within 6 months of employment.

Benefits

Retirement Program –As an employee of Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management (PDSWM), you are required to enroll in P.E.R.A. (Public Employee’s Retirement Association). Participation is mandated for all public employees who meet the requirements of the plan. Employee Deduction is 6.5% and Employer Contribution is 7.5%.

Health Insurance – PDSWM carries group medical insurance with the Public Employee Insurance Program (P.E.I.P.). Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following employment.

Under the HSA qualified health plan, employees pay $0 per month for single coverage, $403.87 per month for single + 1 coverage, or $654.03 per month for family coverage.

Life Insurance - As a full time Pope/Douglas employee, you will be covered by $20,000 of life insurance at no expense. Supplemental insurance is available to the employee at his/her own expense. The supplemental portion is not automatic. Eligibility is determined by the underwriter.

Other Payroll Deductible Options:

Sun Life Insurance, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Insurance, P.E.R.A. Life, Health Savings Account.

VACATIONS

Employees will accrue vacation according to the following schedule:

• 1 - 5 years - 80 hours a year
• 6 - 10 years - 120 hours a year
• 11 - 20 years - 160 hours a year
• 21+ years - 200 hours a year

Vacation time may not be taken until after the probationary period.

SICK LEAVE

An employee shall be credited with 8 hours of sick leave for each month of service accumulative to 720 hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.69 - $36.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Alexandria, MN 56308: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• 1A or Chief A Minnesota Boiler License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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