Material Handler IV - Sr Wood Boiler (6th Shift: 8pm -8am)

Responsible for collaborating with the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor and Boiler Operator in ensure accurate operation and maintenance of the fuel handling systems, in accordance with plant procedures, guidelines, and rules. This work includes driving the loaders, knowledge and maintenance of entire conveyor belt and fuel systems – including fuel storage buildings and truck dump systems. Responsible for working with the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor to ensure that preventative and predictive maintenance program is established for fuel handling equipment including the loader. Responsible for cleaning areas assigned by the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor. Responsible for knowing the operation and pile management of the entire fuel handling system, fuel uploading and loading operation along with working with the Boiler Operator and knowing and taking the corrective action to ensure a dependable supply of fuel at all times, by operating a John Deere 624H. Responsible for knowing the operation of the fuel handling inventory tracking, weighing, and control system. Responsible for operation of the loader, bulldozer and bobcat as needed for fuel yard operations, plant operations and maintenance activities. Perform necessary tasks for the removal of ash. Required to work a varied schedule including week-ends and overtime and to be on call as needed, as deemed necessary by Supervisor. Required to provide relief and support in other job classifications including but not limited to Maintenance or Operations. Responsible for performing assigned maintenance tasks as directed by the Unit Supervisor or Production Support Supervisor. Responsible for operating the fuel handling inventory tracking, weighing, and control system as directed by the Boiler Operator. Coordinates with the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor to schedule delivery of fuel to maintain an adequate inventory of fuel for plant operation. During outages, may be assigned the responsibility for certain maintenance items under the direction of the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor. Required to relieve other Auxiliary Operators of their normal job functions in case of breaks, lunches or absenteeism. Responsible for following plant safety procedures, guidelines, and rules as job functions are performed and reporting any unsafe condition or act to the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor and Boiler Operator. Responsible for knowing and following the plant environmental procedures and reporting any environmental conditions or acts to the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor and Boiler Operator. Responsible for knowing and following the Operations and Procedures Manual and updates to these manuals. Responsible for advising the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor and the Boiler Operator of any abnormal plant operating condition safety problems, environmental problems, injury to any personnel, and plant equipment that has been lost or damaged. Responsible for actively participating and completing all required training programs. Responsible for maintaining a positive demeanor, professional and courteous behavior, motivation, initiative, partnership, and participation. Required to have a home telephone, required to be on call as needed, and required to work overtime as deemed necessary. Responsible for maintaining a level of physical fitness necessary to perform all related job elements and physically demanding tasks (i.e. climbing, lifting, carrying, and transporting heavy objects, standing for a long duration, crawling through portholes manways and working in confined spaces, working outdoors during summer and winter, and wearing of personal protection equipment) as required. Responsible for knowing and following the plant safety procedures and reporting any unsafe condition or act to the Plant Superintendent or Supervisor and Boiler Operator.