Power Engineer

Boiler Operator

As a Boiler Operator at Irving Forest Products, you will play a crucial role in our sawmill operations. Your primary responsibility will be to monitor and control the performance of our biomass boilers and turbine generator, ensuring optimal efficiency and safety. This role is perfect for an individual with a strong background in boiler operations and a passion for maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

This position offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package. The package consists of the following:

• Starting pay ranges from $28 - $39hr
• 401k with Company Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Reimbursement Accounts
• Annual Uniform Credit
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

• Monitor and control the operation of 3 biomass boilers and a turbine generator, ensuring safe and efficient performance.
• Perform operational troubleshooting and minor repairs on all boiler-related equipment as needed.
• Implement preventive maintenance procedures to minimize equipment downtime.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to identify and address any issues or improvements related to boiler operations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of boiler operations and maintenance activities.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced team members on boiler operations and safety protocols.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance boiler efficiency and overall plant performance.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in boiler technology.
• Support other departments as required, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Education:
  
  Trade Certification or High School Diploma.
• License:
  Minimum Maine HP Boiler Operator License;
  Preferred Maine 4th Class Boiler Operator License or higher.
• Experience:
  
  2-5 years of relevant work experience in boiler operations.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, as required.
• Strong knowledge of boiler systems, including operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to make quick decisions.
• Good physical condition, able to lift and carry equipment as needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A commitment to safety and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating potential hazards.

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.

Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 12 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division.

Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated…