This is skilled and shift supervisory work in the operation of a recalcination plant.

Work in this class involves shift supervision and various duties in the operation and maintenance of a lime production plant. Duties include the proper utilization of staff, equipment and burning processes in producing a high quality of oxide at a high production level to meet the needs of water plants. Supervision is exercised over subordinate personnel assigned to plant facilities. Supervision is received from a plant supervisor who exercises general direction and review over work performed.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Maintains and operates lime plant equipment and facilities and performs tests and analysis on lime as required.

Reviews plant and laboratory reports and directs the adjustments of processing methods to improve plant efficiency.

Prepares reports on plant process and production for submission to supervisor; provides technical assistance on matters related to plant operations.

Maintains records of plant operations and makes recommendations concerning alterations and extensions to the plant.

Maintains, repairs and replaces such machinery as lime elevators, discharge conveyors, air compressors, boiler, boiler feed pump, water softener, reduction gears, sludge pumps, slurry pumps, reject pumps, effluent pumps, CO2 compressors, Bird centrifugal filters, scoop feeder, kiln feeder, thickners, emergency generator, standby kiln tractor, pump tractor, kiln bearings and tires, kiln thermo-couplings, dust collectors, grinders, oil pumps and various types of valves.

Constructs, repairs and maintains replacement refractory lining and related brick work in kiln and ducts, removal and replacement of super-X asbestos insulation in kiln lining.

Welds and assists in the fabrication, repair and maintenance of kiln, fire doors, flu dampers and pipe lines for stem, water, oil and air using both electric and gas techniques; repairs and maintains equipment such as electrically driven fan units and kiln auxiliaries.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Considerable knowledge of the machinery, equipment, materials and operating practices of a lime plant.

Considerable knowledge of the chemical and physical processes involved in the production of lime and the conduct of related chemical and physical analyses.

Knowledge of the practices, methods, materials and tools of the mechanical trades related to the maintenance of a lime plant.

Knowledge of the safety hazards and relevant precautions of the work involved.

Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinate operators and others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Ability to keep records and prepare clear and concise reports of plant operations.

Ability to detect in machinery and equipment and to make appropriate adjustments and repairs.

Ability to react quickly in emergency situations to prevent warping of kiln.

Ability to understand, follow and transmit oral and written instructions.

Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials utilized in the operation and maintenance of a lime production plant.

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