Job Description

Boiler Operator - 3rd Shift

Manufacturing facility is in need of a 3rd Shift High-Pressure Boiler Operator to be responsible for the operation of boilers, refrigeration equipment, and for the maintenance and repair of steam heating systems and equipment.

The work is usually performed on an assigned shift under the supervision of the maintenance supervisor who issues general work orders on routine jobs and PM work orders.

Daily operational environment would include exposures to high ambient temperatures and surfaces, in addition to high noise levels and the handling of corrosive and hazardous materials for boiler and chiller systems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operates and maintains all boilers and HVAC units.
• Cuts boilers in and out of service.
• Tests all boiler safety devices and checks all energy center equipment, controls, air compressor, and related pumps.
• Logs all readings concerning boiler and chill water system operation from meters, micro-processors, pressure gauges, thermometers, and flow charts for monthly & maintenance reports.
• Runs chemical tests and records readings on boilers and chill water systems chemical logs and adds chemicals as needed.
• Performs maintenance on energy center equipment.
• Cleans boiler steam and mud drums, turbine tubes, fireboxes, coils on chilled water, and condenser tubes on HVAC equipment.
• Cleans, repacks, and repairs boiler feed pumps, condensate pumps, condenser pumps, chill & hot water pumps.
• Cleans and repairs various boiler vessels such as the feed, condensate, and blow-down tanks.
• Works on and assists maintenance personnel with auxiliary equipment recirculating and vacuum pumps, air compressors, pneumatic operated valves, and controls.
• Assists maintenance workers with all related utility.
• Checks and tests energy center emergency back-up generator and notifies appropriate personnel for required maintenance.
• Operates & maintains the necessary temperature changes and adjustments to heating and cooling equipment throughout the building management system.
• Prepares all the boilers, chillers, and related equipment for state-mandated annual safety inspections and certifications.
• Overtime is required during shutdowns, emergency situations or periods of heavy workloads.
• Assists service personnel on overhaul and related maintenance on chillers, and associated equipment.
• Performs related steam fitter work.
• Performs related and incidental work as required.

3rd Shift Hours: M-F, 10:15 PM – 6:30 AM.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in the maintenance of large steam boilers and refrigeration equipment.
• High-Pressure Black Seal license required.
• 3rd Class refrigeration license is a big plus.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or G.E.D. equivalent, supplemented by courses in a vocational school related to this field of employment.
• Related computer experience desirable.

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