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Asst Engr, Assistant Shift Engineer

Reworld Waste
MacArthur (NY), United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Apr 2026
💰 $74,000/yr

About the role

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Shift Engineer (ASE) is responsible for the safe, environmentally sound and efficient daily operation of turbine generator, balance of plant and associated equipment including but not limited to; combustion air fans, stoker, boiler feed pumps, condensate pumps, make-up pumps, cooling tower and associated equipment, turbine lube system, electrical distribution systems, including breakers, transformers, disconnect switches, inverter, storage batteries, Lime Slaking equipment, Demineralized water system and treated water system.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The ASE follows established operating procedures and does not deviate from these procedures during normal operating conditions except as directed. The ASE performs assigned routine inspections and operational adjustments without close supervision within well-defined boundaries. Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  Supporting the Shift Supervisor and/or Shift Engineer as required.

  Oversee turbine and balance of plant equipment

  Performs lockout and tag-out of equipment in support of maintenance activities.

  Provides assistance to other operators in troubleshooting problems which are not confined to the ASE

  Performs daily routine inspections of assigned equipment and completes necessary log sheets according to well-documented procedures.

  Performs troubleshooting on equipment and reports all malfunctioning equipment through the issuance of service requests

  Performs all plant chemistry tests and takes appropriate action to maintain system within prescribed limits

  Performs additional tasks as directed by the Shift Supervisor, or his or her designee.

  Keeps assigned areas clean and free of hazards

  Outage support as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

  Must have a sound knowledge and clear understanding of the mechanical characteristics of the equipment and must have demonstrated the ability to apply this knowledge in both routine and non-routine operations.

  Must be able to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

  Must understand the principles of operation and function of turbine-generators and associated equipment, balance of plant equipment, water chemistry principles, and plant electrical distribution and protection.

  Must have a high school education or equivalent and must have power plant work-related experience.

  Completion of at least one year’s experience as an Auxiliary Equipment Operator or have related outside experience.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  Must have a minimum of high school diploma or equivalent

  Must have at least one year’s experience as an Auxiliary Operator Power Block or have related outside experience

  Must be able to pass respiratory fit testing

  Must be able to lift 50 lbs

The hourly rate for this position is $37.10 per hour. For additional information please refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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