Vessel Operator - bulk loading materials at Enviva
Chesapeake, VAFull-timeOperationsPosted 29 days ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p>The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.</p></div><p><span data-contrast="auto">Enviva is seeking a Vessel Operator to support our port operations. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><em><span data-contrast="auto">Vessel</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure docking, undocking, and mooring process is completed safely</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Line handling both in docking and undocking (pull, cleat, order of lines thrown)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Control room operations to ensure vessel is loading correctly (load rate, gate control, fine mitigation)</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Operate heavy equipment on vessel – loaders, crane and ship loader operation</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Complete man overboard training, shifting vessels requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="9" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Barge loading and system setup for limestone</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> (Port of Chesapeake) </span></li>
</ul>
<p><em><span data-contrast="auto">Receiving</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Receive pellets into the port, record data to ensure accurate billing</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure safety of scale area and that loads meet safety criteria</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Keep scale and ramps clean and free of debris</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Communicate in a professional, courteous manner with our supplier</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="10" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}">Operate shuttle wagon as directed (Port of Wilmington)</span></li>
</ul>
<p><em><span data-contrast="auto">Quality</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collect samples and test finished goods delivered by truck and/or rail</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain QA/QC records and follow Quality Standard Operating Procedures</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Analyze equipment performance and make necessary adjustments and equipment changes to produce desired throughput and quality results</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><em><span data-contrast="auto">Housekeeping</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Keep area generally neat and orderly</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Operate mobile equipment such as Bobcat and Lull to move dust collection bags</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Keep area clean of accumulated dust</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Follow all workplace and job safety procedures</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">General</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Complete safety certification as required for the position</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Communicate operational information as required</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Enter maintenance work requests as applicable</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Escalate issues promptly for proper resolution</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Perform other duties as required and serve as a back-up resource as needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Qualifications</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">High school diploma or able to complete GED requirements with six months of hire</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job instructions</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Proficient in mathematics and measurement</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Team player demonstrated with past work experience or activities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to work multiple shift schedules to support 24x7 operations</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Working Conditions</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Physical Requirements</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p>This position is not eligible for visa support.</p>
<p><strong>EEO Statement </strong></p>
<p>Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.</p></div>