Boiler Operator

Boise Cascade Company; Willamina (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Production bonus

Job summary

Boise Cascade Company in Oregon seeks a boiler operator to oversee boiler operations in a production environment. Responsibilities include monitoring fuel transport, gauges, water level, and steam pressure, with paperwork and safety checks. Overtime and weekend work are required.

Educational requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent and a Boiler Operator license; 2 years of operator experience, with 5 years preferred. Competitive benefits and a production bonus are noted.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Boiler Operator license required.
• Two years boiler operator experience in production; five years preferred.
• Willing to work overtime/weekends and in an automated environment.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations related to boiler operations.
• Able to wear PPE and work in high or confined spaces; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Control and oversee the operation of boilers and auxiliary equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor fuel transport; observe meters to verify feed, draft openings, water level and steam pressure.
• Maintain meter logs, read gauges, and record data.
• Perform water tests and safety checks; adjust chemical settings.
• Inspect and repair boiler fittings (safety valves, regulators, plates).
• Maintain and repair hot water delivery system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Boiler operation

Safety compliance

Maintenance

Communication

PPE readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Boiler Operator license

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $24.94 USD to $37.40 USD
• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: BOILE008857

Description

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Control and oversee the operation of the boilers and auxiliary equipment in a safe, efficient, and environmentally acceptable manner.
• Ensure transport of fuel, observe pressure, temperature, and draft meters on panels to verify specific boiler fuel feed, draft openings, water level and steam pressure.
• Maintain meter logs, read gauges, and record data.
• Perform water tests, safety checks and adjust chemical settings.
• Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, and plates.
• Maintain and repair hot water delivery system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Boiler Operator license is required.

Experience: Two (2) years' experience as a boiler operator in a production environment. Five (5) years is preferred.

This position requires thorough understanding of boiler operation and maintenance, and role boiler plays in overall plant operations. Understanding of environmental regulations associated with boiler, steam and air/fuel mixtures for boilers. Demonstrated ability to work safely and efficiently in an automated production environment, along with the ability to apply good judgement and work independently. Good communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with others. Must be willing and able to wear necessary Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), work in high or confined spaces, and in a physically demanding role. This position requires overtime and weekend work as needed.

Why Boise Cascade?

Boise Cascade has been manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. Today, we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America. Our employees are critical to our success, and we're committed to investing in them through our Total Rewards package.

Snapshot of Total Rewards:

• Competitive pay: $31.17/hour
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off/holidays, life and disability insurance, production bonus based on company performance, and more
• Boise Cascade has been named "The Best Place to Work in Southern Oregon" for the last (4) four years

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