3rd Shift Boiler Operator - Sawmill Benefits

Woodgrain; Independence (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with Employer Match

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO accrual

Job summary

Woodgrain in Independence, VA is seeking a 3rd shift Boiler Attendant to maintain boiler pressure, chemical levels, and safe operation for lumber drying. The role reports to the Dry Kiln Manager and emphasizes safety and teamwork in a busy sawmill environment.

Duties include monitoring dust feed and air flow, logging boiler data hourly, handling ash, operating forklifts, and assisting with kiln temperatures. Compensation ranges from $17 to $19 per hour, with benefits described in the summary.

Qualifications

• 2 years of boiler operation experience.
• Forklift and wheelloader experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work well in a close, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust dust feed and air flow settings.
• Maintain boiler log hourly.
• Monitor and adjust chemical levels.
• Operate forklifts and handle site clean-up duties as needed.
• Assist with monitoring kiln temperatures and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Boiler operation

Communication

Math skills

Tools

Forklift

Wheelloader

Job description

Woodgrain in Independence, VA is seeking a 3rd shift Boiler Attendant to maintain boiler pressure, chemical levels, and safe operation for lumber drying. The role reports to the Dry Kiln Manager and emphasizes safety and teamwork in a busy sawmill environment.

Duties include monitoring dust feed and air flow, logging boiler data hourly, handling ash, operating forklifts, and assisting with kiln temperatures. Compensation ranges from $17 to $19 per hour, with benefits described in the summary.