Top 23 Utilities plant operator i Jobs in Columbus

Operator I
Veolia —Johnstown, OH
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Utility Plant Operator I
ENGIE —Columbus, OH
- $24.38 - $38.80 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
10d
Forklift Operator - 1st shift, Thurs-Sun
Abbott Laboratories —Columbus, OH
- $15.80 - $31.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d
Flour Production Technician - Bulk Operator (Rotating Shifts)
ArdentMills —Columbus, OH
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Manufacturing & Production Opportunities (Multiple Roles)
Nuvo Packaging LLC —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Utility Plant Operator II
ENGIE —Columbus, OH
- $27.40 - $42.02 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Boiler Operator
OhioHealth —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Utility Worker - 2nd Shift
Upper Arlington City Public Schools —Columbus, OH
- $23.32 - $25.88 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Industrial Maintenance Technician, Food Processing - 1st and 2nd shift
Birchwood Foods —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- Power tools
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Manager of Maintenance & Engineering, Multiple Plants
PPG —Delaware, OH
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Electrical Engineering
- 401(k)
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Instrumentation & Electrical Technician
Veolia —Johnstown, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Field Installation Supervisor
Path Robotics —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- Dental insurance
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Senior SCADA Engineer, EPC (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbus, OH
- $125,114 - $166,402 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 6 years
- Engineering
- Windows
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior SCADA Engineer, Design (Remote)
SOLV Energy, LLC —Columbus, OH
- $125,114 - $166,402 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 6 years
- Engineering
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Thermal System Controls Developer
Vertiv —Westerville, OH
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Engineering
General Milling Clean-up Foreman
Kokosing Construction Company, Inc. —Westerville, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Asphalt Foreman
Kokosing Construction Company, Inc. —Westerville, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Traveling Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration, Operator 1
Skillwork —United States
- $28 - $35 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
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Utility Plant Operator I
ENGIE —Columbus, OH
Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/will drive a company vehicle. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
$24.38 - $38.80 an hour
10d
Operator I
Veolia —Johnstown, OH
Technical training or coursework in power generation, industrial operations, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Sirius Talent —Circleville, OH
Possess a Boiler operator's license, or have the willingness to obtain one; Training provided. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in industrial…
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Operator I
Veolia —Johnstown, OH
Technical training or coursework in power generation, industrial operations, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Operator I

Veolia -
Johnstown, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
11 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

The Operator I is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a reciprocating engine-based power generation facility consisting of multiple engine-generator units and associated balance-of-plant (BOP) systems. This role performs routine operational activities, monitors plant equipment, and assists in maintaining optimal plant performance while ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational requirements.

The Operator I works closely with the Shift Supervisor, Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, OEM representatives, contractors, and vendors to support plant availability, equipment reliability, commissioning activities, startup and shutdown operations, troubleshooting, and planned outages. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to safe work practices in a high-reliability power generation environment.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

Safely start, stop, operate, and monitor engine-generator packages and all associated auxiliary equipment in accordance with OEM specifications, plant procedures, and operating limits.
Monitor plant equipment through the control system and field inspections to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Adjust operating parameters and setpoints within approved OEM and plant guidelines to optimize performance, efficiency, and equipment reliability.
Conduct routine equipment inspections and document operating conditions, equipment status, and abnormalities.
Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment malfunctions or abnormal operating conditions to the Shift Supervisor.
Assist with plant startups, shutdowns, commissioning activities, and planned maintenance outages.
Coordinate with Maintenance and I&E personnel to safely isolate equipment and return systems to service following maintenance activities.
Complete operating logs, shift reports, inspections, and other required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Participate in OEM and company training programs to develop a thorough understanding of plant systems, operating procedures, and equipment capabilities.
Follow all company safety policies, environmental regulations, permit-to-work procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and other safe work practices.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the facility to promote a safe and organized work environment.
Assist contractors, OEM representatives, and vendors while work is performed on site.
Respond appropriately to plant alarms, emergency situations, and abnormal operating conditions.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Plant Management.

Work Environment:

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to work around high-voltage equipment, rotating machinery, elevated noise levels, and hot surfaces while following all applicable safety procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

High School Diploma/GED is required.
Previous experience in industrial operations, manufacturing, utilities, oil and gas, or power generation is preferred but not required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Basic understanding of mechanical equipment, pumps, compressors, engines, valves, and auxiliary systems.
Ability to read and interpret operating procedures, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
Basic computer skills and ability to use plant monitoring and reporting systems.
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Ability to recognize abnormal equipment conditions and respond appropriately.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn complex plant systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced operating environment.
Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and respond to emergency callouts as required.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

Technical training or coursework in power generation, industrial operations, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work at elevated heights.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and flame-resistant clothing.

Additional Information

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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