Boiler Operator Orleans

Ethan Allen Global, Inc.; Vermont; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated operator to manage and maintain critical mechanical equipment in a 24/7 boiler room environment. This role involves monitoring operational conditions, performing maintenance, and ensuring equipment efficiency to support industrial processes. The ideal candidate will be skilled in handling various mechanical systems and will thrive in a dynamic, rotating shift setting. Join a team that values safety and operational excellence while contributing to essential utility services.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating and maintaining stationary engines and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read meters and gauges for operational monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operational conditions by reading meters and gauges.
• Perform maintenance tasks and inspections on equipment.

Skills

Stationary Engine Operation

Mechanical Equipment Maintenance

Data Recording and Analysis

Equipment Inspection

Lubrication and Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Certification

Tools

Boiler Room Equipment

Automatic Recording Devices

Job description

Summary

Operates and maintains stationary engines and mechanical equipment such as air compressors, generators, motors, turbines, and steam boilers to provide utilities like heat, blowers, and steam for industrial processes.

Essential Functions

1. Read meters and gauges or automatic recording devices at specified intervals to monitor operational conditions. Record data such as equipment temperature, hours of operation, fuel consumption, water levels, and analysis of flue gases.
2. Adjust manual controls or override automatic controls to ensure equipment operates within prescribed ranges, switch to backup systems, or shut down equipment as needed.
3. Visually inspect equipment periodically to detect malfunctions or the need for repair, adjustment, or lubrication.
4. Maintain equipment by tightening fittings, repacking bearings, replacing packing glands, gaskets, valves, recorders, and gauges, and cleaning or replacing burners or other components.
5. Oil and lubricate equipment. Perform water titration tests and add chemicals to treatment tanks to prevent scale buildup and clean boiler lines.
6. Record operational and maintenance activities during shifts in the operator's logbook.
7. Operate the boiler room 24/7, requiring rotating shifts. The plant observes vacation shutdowns.
8. Handle communications through the boiler room when the switchboard in the office is shut down after hours.