Technician - Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer
On-siteWaynesburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Monitor the daily operation and performance of the Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (RTO) system, performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards. Respond promptly to equipment alarms and abnormal operating conditions while conducting startup, shutdown, and operational adjustments in accordance with established procedures. Replace filters, gaskets, thermocouples, and other consumable parts as required, and coordinate with maintenance personnel on corrective repairs and scheduled outages. Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection logs, and operating reports while participating in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and emissions reduction. Work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays with on-call responsibilities during equipment outages or emergency situations.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2–5 years of industrial maintenance or equipment operation experience
- Ability to read mechanical drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals
- Basic computer skills including CMMS and Microsoft Office applications
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Basic electrical troubleshooting skills
- Understanding of combustion safety and burner management systems
- Ability to identify abnormal equipment conditions before failures occur
- Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Frequently walk, climb ladders, and work on elevated platforms
- Lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators when necessary
- Work around high-temperature equipment and rotating machinery
- Ability to work in confined spaces when properly trained and authorized
- Rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime
- On-call responsibilities during equipment outages or emergency situations
Desired Qualifications
- Technical school, trade, or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, or related field
- Experience with Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs), thermal oxidizers, boilers, combustion systems, or industrial air pollution control equipment
- Basic understanding of combustion systems, burners, PLC-controlled equipment, motors, fans, valves, and instrumentation
- Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance practices
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