Auxiliary Operator - Apprentice
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: April 20, 2024
Job Description:
Who we areFor more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the
forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies
and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.Through
our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we're leading
the charge to a carbon-negative future-reducing, reusing, recycling
and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.Our
differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology,
facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest
organizations to solve their most pressing environmental
challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social,
and governance (ESG) goals.All that we're missing is you. Join us
today!!Our valuesDiversity, inclusivity, engagement-these are the
values that help us foster a strong sense of community within
Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and
experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that
embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides
opportunities for growth.About the rolePurposeAre you ready to be
empowered to create your career path? Bring your desire for
learning and operational mindset to our team as an Auxiliary
Operator (AO) Apprentice. Pillar 1 is a 12-16-week program with
Covanta, a leading sustainable materials management company. This
is an individual contributor, full-time, on-site role located at
our Alexandria, VA location.Upon completing program requirements,
participants are prepared to step into an Auxiliary Operator
position at one of our three local Waste to Energy Facilities -
Alexandria, VA, or Lorton, VA, or Dickerson, MD. There may be
additional opportunities to relocate to other locations within the
South region pending role openings.We invite you to apply and
discuss your career roadmap with us!SummaryLearning will be varied
based on in-person classroom instruction, computer based training,
and hands-on training while under the supervision of a dedicated
field trainer or shift supervisor. You will gain foundational
knowledge and skills on Waste to Energy processes, system layouts,
component descriptions, system cross-functionality, and required
theoretical knowledge. You will continue to build your skills and
experience as you graduate into your permanent Auxiliary Operator
(AO) role.What your apprentice journey will look like:
- In your first three to four months at Covanta, you will be
hands-on, supporting minimum plant operations and maintenance
functions, testing and inspection requirements and adherence to
required safety standards. This will include routine daily rounds
and logs as part of the operator's standard work.
- Throughout your next six months at Covanta, you will actively
participate in annual/semiannual critical asset operations and
maintenance programs during which National Code and Company
Technical Standard functional testing is conducted. Through these
important evolutions, you will participate in controlled shutdown
and startups of critical assets applying your technical training.
You will also learn lean tools and methods of effective
problem-solving (PSR) and participate in daily leadership to
escalate concerns.
- By the end of your first year at Covanta, you will contribute,
develop, and support operational improvement using continuous
improvement methods, lean principles, and problem-solving tools to
improve safety, quality, cost, or process efficiency. Depending on
advancements in your structured progressive training program, you
will be afforded opportunities to step up into advanced roles
including assistant control room operator. After successfully
completing the first segment of in-classroom training, you will be
assigned to a qualified control room operator, shift supervisor, or
trainer, to allow you to perform watch station tasks and obtain
hands-on experience in the field with operation and inspection of
various power plant systems including boilers and associated
equipment for a waste processing and generation facility operating
24-hours per day, 7-days per week to improve plant preservation.How
you will impact Covanta:
- Help build a safer, more sustainable world by learning and
implementing our revolutionary technology and expertise to recover,
recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of tomorrow. Assist in
the operation of a clean and safe work environment and observe good
safety habits.
- Provide your unique viewpoints and experiences to drive
innovation which happens when diverse perspectives find their
voices through open dialogue in a supportive environment. Assist
with identifying and correcting abnormal operating conditions or
emergency situations.
- Partner with passion. Collaborate with empathy and care when
partnering with team members. Leverage your communication expertise
while escalating blockers, simplifying operational efficiency,
making recommendations to stakeholders, and more. Supporting the
Shift Supervisor and Control Room Operator by accurately reporting
equipment malfunctions or trends which may indicate possible
equipment danger.
- Contribute to the Safety of the Operation and Team. Identify
critical trends that may indicate possible equipment danger and
support leaders by accurately reporting equipment malfunctions.
Follow all safety rules Adhere to all OSHA and HazMat Procedures
with respect to the storage and handling of materials in the
area.To be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities to:
- Operate power hand tools and other specialized equipment.
- Ability to work at heights and trained in proper fall
prevention & protection equipment.
- Ability to work with a full-face respirator during extreme hot
and cold temperatures.
- Ability to work in confined space areas of the facility.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in
writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Must have the ability to work a rotating shift.Physical
Requirements:
- Frequently ascends or descends ladders, stairs, elevated
walkways, ramps, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and
arms.
- Frequently lifts or moves up to 25 pounds and occasionally
lifts or moves up to 50 pounds.
- Position requires working near and around operating mechanical
parts and mobile equipment and is frequently exposed to wet and/or
humid conditions and vibrations.
- Capable of wearing personal protective equipment, such as
hearing protectors and respirators, as necessary.Qualifications,
Education, Training and Skills:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Prior experience working with high pressure boilers, electric
generating equipment is a plus.How you'll benefit as a valued
member of our Expert Teams at Covanta:
- A strong safety culture with focus on life critical
safety.
- A DEI Culture respecting cultural norms and differences of our
team members.
- Paid Time Off + ten paid holidays per year.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
- 401(k) with competitive company match.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement, certifications,
mentorship, and continued. operations development.
- Health, Vision, Dental, Voluntary Life, and AD&D
Insurance.
- Short term and long-term disability.
- Health Savings Account / Flexible Savings Account.Our DEI
CommitmentCovanta 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. Know Your Rights ()Please note
that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the
applicant's experience or skills.If you are an individual with a
disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable
accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to
access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your
disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to
Covanta.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under
Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all
required fields including your message. In the message section,
please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'.
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