Materials Processor 'S'

Title: Materials Processor 'S' 

Company: Tampa Electric Company 

State and City: Florida - Tampa

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT

This position supports functions related to the Investment Recovery operation by providing repair, refurbishment, reuse and salvage of idle and surplus inventory and equipment.  The Materials Processor is a starting level position in Energy Delivery Investment Recovery.  Must perform all duties following the safe work practices and procedures set forth by the company. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Operates company vehicles, equipment, machinery, and tools to include, but not limited to, fork lift, boom truck, prentice loader, tractor trailer, back-hoe, baler, vibratory polisher, glass bead machine, hydraulic cable cutter, hydraulic shear, welder, reel-o-matic, scales, cutting torch, grinder, drill, and saws.  


2. Knowledge of company materials and material handling to include, but not limited to, analytical understanding of scrap and return to stock processes; loading and unloading methods with respect to wood poles, transformer oil, transformers, and bulk material loading/unloading with use of rigging devices; basic understanding of scraping and recycling efforts including, scrap metal, wire/cable, and cardboard.


3. Testing and repair abilities of material and equipment to include, but not limited to, streetlight, lightning arrester, lamp/bulb, relay, pole line hardware, and minor tool repair.


4. Knowledge of safe work practices and general housekeeping with respect to shop cleaning and material/tool storage.


5. Knowledge of hazardous material handling and knowledge of EPA regulation including PCB/PCBC handling and clean up, and RCRA/SPCC standards. 


6. Respond to emergency and scheduled overtime. 


7. Serve as crew leader as required, completing necessary paperwork (material forms, time sheets, etc.).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training

Required: High School diploma or equivalent. Must possess a valid CDL “D” (or higher) driver’s license, or possess successful completion of the CDL Class “A” written exam, with 90 days to pass the driving portion and obtain the full CDL Class “A” license.  Successful completion of OSHA-required 24 hours of HAZWOPER training and certification required within the first 6 months of start.

Preferred: Basic computer skills (for use with email system and work management system).  

Related Experience

Tractor-trailer driving, forklift, industrial, chemical, or heavy mechanical work experience is required. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Required:  Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test, and be able to wear a negative pressure respirator for extended periods of time. 

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.