Utility Operator
Covanta, Huntsville, AL, United States
About the role
The Utility Operator plays a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness of the Hunstville Facility. This position is heavily focused on facility housekeeping, waste handling, ash cleanup, and supporting operators with routine operational tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Primary - Housekeeping & Facility Cleanliness
Perform daily housekeeping of tipping floor, boiler areas, turbine deck, ash handling systems, and general plant spaces.
Clean around conveyors, pits, hoppers, and equipment to prevent buildup of waste, debris, and combustible materials.
Conduct highdusting, sweeping, shoveling, pressure washing, and floor scrubbing as required.
Maintain safe and clear walkways, stairwells, platforms, and equipment access areas.
Assist in maintaining compliance with plant housekeeping standards and environmental requirements.
Assist with ash cleanup, manual removal, and ensuring ash containers and conveyors remain free of obstructions.
Help manage waste buildup around hoppers, tipping floor push areas, and compaction zones.
Support safe handling and movement of materials around the waste pit and process areas.
Assist Operators by performing basic equipment checks and reporting abnormal conditions.
Record simple readings (temperatures, pressures, levels) as directed.
Support preparation for lockout/tagout or equipment cleanout tasks under supervision.
Help during outages with cleanup, debris removal, and equipment staging.
Follow all safety procedures including PPE use, hot work guidelines, and confined space awareness.
Identify and report hazards, spills, leaks, and unsafe conditions immediately.
Participate in safety briefings, drills, and ongoing training programs.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED. (Required)
Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting 50+ lbs, repetitive shoveling/sweeping, and working in hot, dusty, or noisy environments.
Strong emphasis on safety and ability to follow established procedures.
Willingness to work shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.
Experience performing industrial or facility housekeeping, janitorial work, construction labor, or similar physical work. (Preferred)
Previous exposure to industrial equipment or mechanical processes. (Preferred)
Ability to operate or willingness to learn forklifts, skid steers, or similar small equipment. (Preferred)
Skills & Competencies
Strong work ethic and attention to detail in housekeeping tasks.
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and take corrective actions.
Reliability and willingness to learn plant systems over time.
Benefits
Health Care Benefits - start first day of employment.
Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
401(k) - match up to 7%
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
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.
Pay Transparency
The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $43,100.00 - $57,400.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.
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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Know Your Rights.
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 position on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by visiting Reworldwaste.com and contacting the appropriate channels.
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The Utility Operator plays a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness of the Hunstville Facility. This position is heavily focused on facility housekeeping, waste handling, ash cleanup, and supporting operators with routine operational tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Primary - Housekeeping & Facility Cleanliness
Perform daily housekeeping of tipping floor, boiler areas, turbine deck, ash handling systems, and general plant spaces.
Clean around conveyors, pits, hoppers, and equipment to prevent buildup of waste, debris, and combustible materials.
Conduct highdusting, sweeping, shoveling, pressure washing, and floor scrubbing as required.
Maintain safe and clear walkways, stairwells, platforms, and equipment access areas.
Assist in maintaining compliance with plant housekeeping standards and environmental requirements.
Assist with ash cleanup, manual removal, and ensuring ash containers and conveyors remain free of obstructions.
Help manage waste buildup around hoppers, tipping floor push areas, and compaction zones.
Support safe handling and movement of materials around the waste pit and process areas.
Assist Operators by performing basic equipment checks and reporting abnormal conditions.
Record simple readings (temperatures, pressures, levels) as directed.
Support preparation for lockout/tagout or equipment cleanout tasks under supervision.
Help during outages with cleanup, debris removal, and equipment staging.
Follow all safety procedures including PPE use, hot work guidelines, and confined space awareness.
Identify and report hazards, spills, leaks, and unsafe conditions immediately.
Participate in safety briefings, drills, and ongoing training programs.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED. (Required)
Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting 50+ lbs, repetitive shoveling/sweeping, and working in hot, dusty, or noisy environments.
Strong emphasis on safety and ability to follow established procedures.
Willingness to work shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.
Experience performing industrial or facility housekeeping, janitorial work, construction labor, or similar physical work. (Preferred)
Previous exposure to industrial equipment or mechanical processes. (Preferred)
Ability to operate or willingness to learn forklifts, skid steers, or similar small equipment. (Preferred)
Skills & Competencies
Strong work ethic and attention to detail in housekeeping tasks.
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and take corrective actions.
Reliability and willingness to learn plant systems over time.
Benefits
Health Care Benefits - start first day of employment.
Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards
401(k) - match up to 7%
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
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.
Pay Transparency
The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $43,100.00 - $57,400.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.
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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Know Your Rights.
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 position on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by visiting Reworldwaste.com and contacting the appropriate channels.
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