Boiler Mechanic

The Neil Jones Food Company; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food processing is seeking a skilled Boiler Mechanic to oversee boiler operations at their Vancouver facility. This role involves ensuring the efficient operation of multiple boilers, performing necessary maintenance, and conducting water quality tests to maintain optimal conditions. With over 50 years of excellence in the industry, this company offers a dynamic work environment and a commitment to quality. Join a team dedicated to providing top-notch products while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Pension & Supplemental 401(k)

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

10 paid vacation days

10 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years in boiler operation in food processing.
• Experience in welding and pipe fitting required.
• Knowledge in gas handling and air compressors.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boiler systems for food processing.
• Perform water quality tests and maintain logs.
• Ensure timely preventative maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Boiler Operation

Welding (STICK, TIG, MIG)

Pipe Fitting

Cooling Tower Maintenance

Water Treatment

Chemical Feed Adjustment

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Welding Equipment

Boiler Monitoring Systems

Chemical Testing Equipment

Job description

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The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are looking for a Boiler Operator II – Mechanic to be responsible for the control and monitoring of boiler operations to provide steam for industrial food processing machinery. Performs water quality tests and adjusts chemical feed rates to maintain proper boiler water chemistry. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate, up to date utility and boiler operational logs and ensuring that the response time to any utility failure is adequate for minimal production downtime at our fruit and juice concentrates processing plant, Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA.

For additional information, please see our “About Us” video, Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for startup, operation and shut down of all required support utilities for boiler operations, including soft water systems, evaporator condensate recovery system, compressed air systems, related electrical systems, and natural gas supply.
• Responsible for maintenance, start up, operation, monitoring and documentation of boiler systems, water chemistry, pressures, temperatures, output, gas flow, charts, records and other critical points.
• Operates & monitors up to four boilers at any given time.
• Performs tasks that involve welding, torch cutting, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ensures that preventative maintenance on equipment is executed in a timely manner and properly documented.
  
  

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma; bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology or technical science is preferred; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in the process of supplying heat and/or power by means of an automatic boiler system in an Industrial Evaporation and Food Processing environment and pipe fitting.
• Welding with either (STICK), (TIG) and/or (MIG) welders and pipe fitting (all size pipe).
• Requires Cooling Tower maintenance experience, a background maintaining chemistry balance, and knowledge in gas handling, air compressors and water treatment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, work extended hours, weekends, and any shift assigned during the fresh pack season, typically July – early November.
  
  

Compensation

The hourly union wage is $30.79.

Benefits

• Pension & Supplemental 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• 10 paid vacation days, 10 paid holidays, and separate sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Numerous other voluntary products available
• Convenient location, 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver
• Free parking
  
  

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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