Boiler House Operator

Job Description

Summary

This position operates the boilers and associated equipment in a safe and efficient manner to produce steam for operations.

Essential Job Duties

• The Boiler House Operator must direct the operation of the boilers and associated equipment to produce steam as required, safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all environmental permits.
• The Boiler House Operator must understand and operate the following and any related equipment: 

1. Boilers
2. Turbines
3. Fuels and Fuel Handling Systems
4. Feed Water Systems
5. Boiler Water Chemistry and Testing, and Chemical Treatment
6. Ash Handling
7. Environmental Control Systems
8. Other Specialized Equipment

• Assist in training boiler house personnel and assure they are knowledgeable and competent in their assigned jobs.
• Assure that all work areas are kept clean within the food safety, feed safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Complete reports as required.  (Must be able to certify understanding of environmental requirements.)
• Develop the process and mechanical skills of self and others through training.
• Utilize resources including staffing, time, equipment, and material in the most efficient manner.
• Report mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, environmental, food safety, feed safety, and operational problems, and unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Other duties as required by the business.
• Good attendance, safety, disciplinary, and overall employment records.

• Adhere to all company policies and all safety, food safety, feed safety, and sanitation rules and programs.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• First Class Engineer, Grade A Boiler Operators license.  Chief Engineer, Grade A Boiler Operators license desired.
• Prior satisfactory training and competent fill-in as Boiler House Operator.
• Should be motivated, willing, and enthusiastic.
• Good attendance, safety, disciplinary, and overall employment records.
• Ability to communicate and work cohesively with others.
• Demonstrated leadership and judgment.
• Inter-campaign maintenance skills greater than or equal to Utilityperson
• Organized with excellent time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.

Physical Demands and Expectations

• Lift
• Bend
• Walk
• Climb stairs