Job Description

Primary purpose:

The Boiler Operator works at the direction of the Chief Engineer to support continuous boiler operations through equipment monitoring and boiler water analysis. A thorough understanding of basic chemistry, intermediate mathematics, industrial mechanics and safe work practices are required to be a successful Boiler Operator.


This position requires periodic inspections of the boilers and monitoring of operations and analysis of water samples for the boilers and r to ensure safe and efficient operations.

 Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Knowledge of boiler operations
• Observes pressure, temperature, and draft meters on panel to verify specified operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators and burners
• Turns valves and adjusts controls to set specified fuel feed, draft openings, water level, and steam pressure of boiler.
• Observes boiler and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions and makes repairs, such as changing burners and tightening pipes and fittings
• Understand and comply with plant safety rules and requirements that include proper Machine Guarding Safety, Lock Out/Tag Out Procedures, Hazard Communication, Fork-Lift Safety, Personal Protection Equipment, Confined Space Entry, etc.
•  Perform periodic inspections and record data as assigned per shift
•  Collect samples for analysis as assigned per shift
•  Make necessary adjustments to equipment to ensure proper operating procedures
•  Keep accurate and legible log of daily activities every two hours
•  Carry out additional job assignments during boiler operation shutdowns as directed by the Chief Engineer
•  May be required to troubleshoot equipment and make repairs to PVC piping, pumps, boilers, air compressors, etc.
•  Required to perform preventative maintenance on, air compressors, boilers, pumps, blowers, etc.
•  Must be proficient in troubleshooting the steam system, preventative maintenance of equipment and repairs to PVC piping, pumps, boilers, air compressors, etc.
• Must remain on facility until properly relieved
• Must maintain good housekeeping practices in and about the boiler plant

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent  

 Experience / specific knowledge:

• Hold a NJ license in high pressure boiler operations
• Must successfully complete and pass forklift safety training
• Operational knowledge of boilers, air compressors and pumps

 Certifications, licenses, registrations:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the Company Insurance Carrier
• Must have a minimum of a “Blue Seal” NJ boiler operator’s license

 Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• High level of attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and dependability
• Must poses strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self motivated with ability to complete tasks with minimum direction
• Must be able to work with team,  take direction from supervision
• Must detail oriented
• Demonstrate ability to do mathematical calculations (basic arithmetic and interpreting scales and tables)
• Proficient in basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Clearly and concisely orally communicate in English with field employees and customers at times when quick understanding must occur and action be taken
• Clearly communicate in writing (reports and email)
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to accept supervision / direction and work cooperatively with people
• Ability to function appropriately in high stress situations

 Physical demands:

• Must be able to distinguish colors and have visual acuity to closely observe multiple computer monitors
• Ability to hear and orally respond to oral communications
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 Lbs
• Ability to walk up and down stairs/ladders

 Working conditions:

• Must be able and willing to work weekends, holidays, and must work overtime as required and be reasonably available to respond to and report to work in call-in situations
• Will be required to wear PPE, steel toed shoes/boots, goggles and respirators
• Ability to withstand extreme weather conditions will be required to work outside
• Ability to negotiate uneven surfaces
• Subject to background check and mandatory drug screen/on-going random testing

 Supervisory responsibility:

• None

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

Other responsibilities:

• Other Duties as Assigned

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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