Boiler Operator

Job Details

Job Description:

Boiler Operator

Pay Range: $30 - $35 per hour (plus shift differential)

Shift: 1 (5:45 AM to 6:15 PM)

Eligible for sign‑on bonus -$3,500

Status:
Non‑Exempt

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain high‑pressure boiler systems up to 2,000 HP and related utility equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on boilers, pumps, piping systems, compressors, water treatment systems, and associated utilities equipment.
• Troubleshoot boiler
  , pump, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and control system issues to minimize downtime and maintain safe operations.
• Maintain proper steam pressure, water levels, temperatures, chemical treatment balances, and operational efficiency.
• Perform work at elevated heights, including painting and identification/color coding of piping systems; safely operate or be willing to train on man lifts and related access equipment.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation includes pH meters, temperature sensors, flow meters, and pressure devices.
• Conduct inspections, testing, startup/shutdown procedures, and operational checks on utility systems and equipment.
• Accurately complete operational logs, maintenance records, SOPs, inspections, and CMMS documentation using Microsoft Office applications and plant maintenance systems.
• Support development and adherence to training procedures, SOPs, GMPs, food safety, and plant safety requirements.
• Respond quickly to utility failures and emergency equipment conditions.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and sanitation teams to support plant operations and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of boiler room and utilities areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Valid New Jersey Blue Seal (1‑C) Stationary Engineer.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating and maintaining boilers above 500 HP in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills involving boilers, pumps, piping systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and utility equipment.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems, compressors, and utility support equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, operating manuals, and safety procedures.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office for operational logs, recordkeeping, and reporting.
• Experience using CMMS systems and maintaining accurate maintenance documentation.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively in high‑pressure situations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, weekends, and emergency call‑ins as required.

• Decisive, pro‑active, self‑motivated, and assertive.
• Strong interpersonal and developed communication skills.
• Data analysis and identification of trends.
• Internal customer focus with the ability to adapt to the variable demands of the business.
• Ability to demonstrate working under initiative and think things through to solution.
• Ability to work under own supervision.

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a high‑speed manufacturing maintenance environment.

• Physical‑Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.
• Visual/Sensory‑This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment‑Work and environment are very repetitive.
• Mental Stress‑There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands.

• May be minimal travel required as needed for training.

• Stand or Sit
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Lifting 50 lbs. (minimum lbs lifted ___5___lbs)
• Carry weight, lift
• Walking
• Driving
• Climb…