Boiler Operator

Interfor; Port Angeles (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with match

PTO 92 hours + holidays

Job summary

Interfor is seeking a reliable, safety-focused Boiler Operator in Port Angeles, WA. The starting rate is $27.01 per hour with potential to grow to $33.31 per hour based on skill and experience.

Responsibilities include rounds of silo, boiler, and kiln areas, operating forklifts, maintaining emissions, and ensuring safe, timely loading of kiln charges. Applicants should have strong safety records and communication skills to work with multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Must have satisfactory attendance, discipline, and safety record.
• Able to communicate effectively with team and other departments.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform rounds of silo, boiler and kiln areas; inspect equipment; document activity and issues.
• Ensure proper chemical mix is achieved daily.
• Operate forklift to change out kilns and load carts; empty bins.

Skills

Safety awareness

Effective communication

MS Word/Excel

Education

None specified

Tools

PCs and operating software

Job description

Boiler Operator,Port Angeles, Washington

Interfor is seeking reliable, driven and safety focused team players to join our team as a Boiler Operator in Port Angeles. Starting rate for this position is $27.01 per hour with the potential to grow to $33.31 per hour based on skill level and experience.

What You'll Do

• Perform rounds of silo, boiler & kiln areas, inspecting operating systems, equipment, machinery, bins & various components of operation; document all activity, conditions, & issues.
• Ensure the proper chemical mix is achieved daily.
• Operate forklift to change out kilns, load kiln carts when needed & empty bins.
• Perform soot blow, bottom blows & low water test procedures.
• Perform grate rakes.
• Maintain & repair equipment within capabilities.
• Monitor & control opacity emissions & document & report excessive emissions as required.
• Monitor kiln schedules, & inspect charges prior to loading in the kiln.
• Load & unload kiln charges in a safe & timely manner.
• Perform hot check when needed following established procedures.
• Perform kiln inspections & steam tests; make repairs within capabilities and report issues.
• Monitor silo & hog bin levels; feed/hog-watch as required.
• Grease kiln carts each shift.
• Dump ash bins and follow TSA associated with ash.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What You Offer

• Must have satisfactory Attendance, Discipline, and Safety Record.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment without compromise.
• Recognize problems and have them corrected immediately.
• Able to communicate effectively with your team and other departments.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.
• Knowledge of MS Word and Excel and PC’s and operating software.

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we're growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar

What We Offer

Interfor provides local stability and opportunity. We help bring out the best in all our people by offering long-term, competitive jobs supported by training, continued development and great benefits.

• Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance
• HSA Medical Plan with Employer Match
• Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Hospital & Critical)
• 401(k) Matching Plan
• 92 Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry-leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you'll have plenty of opportunities to 'Start Here. Go Far.' Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a background check. In addition, as a federal contractor, all applicants offered a position must successfully pass a preemployment drug test including the testing for cannabis. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.