Boiler Operator

Job Description

The Utilities Operator is responsible for monitoring and operating plant boilers including all auxiliary equipment, responding to equipment issues or alarms, works in a safe and clean manner ensuring work area is kept clean and free from all safety hazards, and reports to the Utilities Supervisor. Excellent written, documentation and verbal communication skills, as well as a willingness to work a rotating shift schedule is required.

• Monitor and operate plant boilers including all ancillary equipment in the facility, such as Water Treatment Systems, Air Compressors, Wastewater Treatment Systems, and Refrigeration Systems
• Respond to equipment issues or alarms; investigate and initiate resolution
• Ensure compliance with Company safety rules and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities
• Additional responsibilities include monitoring and adjustment of the water treatment plant, and cooling tower water quality and the operation of the Deodorizer vacuum system refrigeration system.
• Work in an organized, safe, and clean manner, ensuring work area is kept clean and free from all safety hazards

• Ensures work area is kept free from safety hazards which require regular bending and occasional lifting. Fully responsible for housekeeping as directed by management
• Completes tasks assigned by the Utilities Supervisor
• Actively participates in Shift/Team activities including complying with best practices, standard operating procedures, development and maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.
• Actively participates in job-related training as required.
• Other duties as assigned

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Basic qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• State of Ohio High Pressure Boiler License

Preferred qualifications:

• Waste Water Experience

Basic qualifications:

• 2-5 years of operating High Pressure Boilers

• Broad knowledge of steam processes, procedures, and equipment
• Broad knowledge of water testing methods
• Broad knowledge of plant production processes, procedures, and equipment
• Strong mathematical skills and the ability to use statistical software.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• General industrial maintenance knowledge
• Knowledge of wastewater management

• Standard water testing equipment
• Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, printer/scanner, fax machine.
• Heavy machinery including bobcats, pay loaders, forklifts etc
• Personal protective equipment as required.

• Work performed in a boiler house or mechanical plant environment
• Climate controlled control room and laboratory
• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Work from heights
• Climbing ladders and stairs
• Regular exposure to high heat, noise, steam, and mechanical equipment
• Possible work in confined or enclosed spaces
• Exposure to hot surfaces, pressurized systems, and water treatment chemicals
• Requires standing, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting materials
• Involves operation of valves, controls, and monitoring equipment
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required
• Strict adherence to safety policies and procedures is mandatory

• Maintains good working knowledge of Quality and Product Safety policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to
• Ensures employees are provided required training for area assigned, and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work
• Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and product safe manner
• Ensure unsafe product working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Follows established Operating procedures to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the steam plant to meet facility needs and production goals
• Works independently on routine duties but consults with supervisor on any problems or unusual results
• Consult with management about optimization and improvements on overall operations
• Provide timely feedback to the shift leader regarding plant-wide mechanical breakdowns and repair needs before initiating maintenance support
• Communicate testing results to necessary parties to ensure…