Boiler Operator

Evonik; Mapleton (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Boiler Operator to join their innovative team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining high-pressure boilers, ensuring safety and efficiency while performing routine inspections and troubleshooting. You will thrive in a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The company offers a competitive starting pay along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) plans, and tuition reimbursement. If you have a passion for mechanical systems and enjoy working in a hands-on role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off plan

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Hands-on experience with Boiler Operations and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain high-pressure boilers for safe operation.
• Perform routine inspections and troubleshoot boiler equipment.
• Monitor boiler performance and maintain a clean boiler room.

Skills

Boiler Operations

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Electrical Aptitude

Physical Strength

Education

High School Education

Tools

Boiler Equipment

Lock out/tag out permits

Flange breaking permits

Confined space permits

Hot work permits

Job description

You will work on exciting and challenging topics together with a team in an ultra-modern, innovative and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues guarantees you will quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance related pay and the opportunity for personal and professional development are of course part of the package.

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Responsibilities:

• Operating and maintaining high-pressure boilers, including starting up and shutting down the boiler, monitoring boiler performance, and adjusting controls as needed to maintain safe and efficient operation.
• Performing routine inspections on boilers, including cleaning, lubricating, and troubleshooting problems to identify and resolve issues.
• Monitoring and recording boiler and water performance data, such as temperature, pressure, and water hardiness, and reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervisors or maintenance staff.
• Operating the well water system, including softener system, reverse osmosis system, fire protection, plant wells, and domestic water.
• Maintaining a clean and organized boiler room, including storing and handling fuel, chemicals, and other hazardous materials in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Performing manual blowdown of Boilers, Sight Glasses, and orifice taps leg lines.
• Checking wells and testing water supply interpreting results before taking appropriate remedial action.
• Performing routine lubrication of equipment and assisting maintenance personnel on repairs.
• Preparing required permits – Lock out/tag out, Flange breaking permits, Confined space permits, Hot work permits.
• Cleansing and preparing equipment for maintenance or extended outages; involves Management in cases requiring securing outside contractor resources.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Education or equivalent.
• Previous work experience that includes broad exposure to full-scale Boiler Operations including experience with variable sources of fuel (natural gas, oil, and waste oil).
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting Boiler equipment with an appropriate level of mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Licensed Boiler Engineer (Class 1 or Class 2) certification is highly desirable.
• Requires adequate physical strength to perform the essential job tasks (EX: ability to lift 50 pounds without mechanical assistance).
• Requires working outdoors with occasional exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to prolonged physical activity (EX: 12-hour shifts).

Summary Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).

Pay Range: The Starting rate for this position is: $27.44

Evonik offers a comprehensive benefit package, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. Benefits included, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off plan.
• 401(k) savings plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts.
• Disability benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.