Boiler Operator

Maine Staffing Group; Ashland (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Staffing Group is hiring a Boiler Operator in Ashland, ME for a 24/7 production facility. The role requires a Maine High Pressure Boiler License, 1–5 years’ industrial boiler experience, and a trade certification or associate degree. You will monitor biomass and oil-fired boilers, turbine generators, and dry kilns, ensuring safe, efficient operation.

Shift work is required in a 24/7 operation. If you thrive in a safety-minded, problem-solving environment with a team, we want to talk to you.

Qualifications

• Maine HP Boiler License is required.
• 1–5 years hands-on boiler experience in an industrial setting.
• Trade Certification or an Associate degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control biomass and oil-fired boilers to ensure safe, peak performance.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and perform routine minor repairs.
• Oversee daily kiln operations and maintain equipment uptime.
• Collaborate with a production team to meet daily goals.

Skills

Maine HP Boiler License

Industrial boiler experience

Problem solving

Education

Trade Certification or Associate degree

Job description

Boiler Operator (Maine HP Licensed)Ashland, ME $24.34 / Hour Shift Work

Are you a safety-minded operator who loves solving problems and keeping heavy machinery running smoothly? Join our team as a Boiler Operator and play a vital role in powering our 24/7 production facility.

In this role, you will not just watch gauges—you will actively own the performance of our biomass and oil-fired systems, turbine generators, and dry kilns. If you want a stable, team-focused career where your technical skills truly matter, we want to talk to you.

What You Will Do Every Day

• Drive Efficiency: Monitor and control our biomass and oil-fired boilers alongside our turbine generator to ensure safe, peak performance.
• Solve Technical Puzzles: Troubleshoot operational issues and perform routine minor repairs to keep equipment up and running.
• Manage Kiln Operations: Oversee the daily function and maintenance of our dry kilns.
• Collaborate Daily: Work closely with a dedicated production team to hit https://????what????????????????????????????????????????????? Wait: oh maybe it's messed. Keep reading?

What You Bring to the Team

• The Right License: A current Maine High Pressure (HP) Boiler License is strictly required.
• Solid Background: Between 1 and 5 years of hands-on experience in a similar industrial setting.
• Smart Education: A Trade Certification or an Associate degree.
• Flexibility: Readiness to work shift schedules within our 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• Team Mindset: The ability to stay calm, focused, and cooperative in a fast-moving environment.