Boiler Plant Operator

PAE Government Services Inc.; Hawthorne Army Depot (NV); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee stock option plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Boiler Plant Operator in Hawthorne, Nevada to maintain and operate the site boiler- heating systems to meet demand while following safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

The role involves routine maintenance, logging, and monitoring of high-pressure boilers, with potential overtime and shift work. Candidates should have 2–4 years of experience and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years’ experience with high‑pressure vessels or heating systems.
• Ability to perform skilled to semi‑skilled boiler tasks and operate related equipment.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain security clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on industrial boiler systems.
• Maintain operating logs and monitor system performance.
• Adjust firing controls and fuel/air mix for efficient combustion.
• Work with boilermakers to maintain boilers and auxiliary equipment.
• Adhere to safety regulations and environmental permits.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Willingness to overtime

Education

High school diploma/equivalent

Tools

Industrial boiler systems

Boiler maintenance equipment

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Boiler Plant Operator to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the Hawthorne Army Depot. The Boiler Plant Operator will ensure the site's boiler‑heating systems are maintained and operating within industrial standards.

Typical Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on Industrial Boiler type systems in a facility as part of their job.
• Maintenance will include replacing defective valves, filters, or steam gauges on a assigned boiler heating system.
• Maintain operating logs and records to track daily system performance and other daily observations of the boiler system mechanical operation, to include recording of visual inspections with date and time, and any adverse conditions of the plant.
• Maintain proper water temperature, steam pressure, and all equipment located in a gas, oil, coal fired high pressure steam or high temperature water boiler plant.
• Adhere to operating instructions, efficiency of work methods, procedural and safety regulations.
• Operate all equipment to produce and control the amount of steam or high temperature water necessary to meet demands.
• Periodically perform visual inspection of equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain constant observation of flow meters and charts to determine level of steam production, ability to meet demands, fuel consumption, and evaporation levels.
• Determine the need for adjusting fires, using pressure reducing valves, starting and stopping water pumps, etc.
• Adjust firing controls for correct air fuel mixture, fuel feeds, and drafts for best combustion efficiency.
• Operate auxiliary equipment such as automatic coal and ash handling systems, water heaters, and pumps, forced and induced draft fans, and de‑aerating equipment.
• Assist boilermakers in the maintenance of boilers, auxiliary equipment, and machines.
• Follow Safety Data Sheet guidelines for handling, storage, and disposal of Hazardous Materials.
• Keep safety at the forefront, boiler operators will watch the system during operation and attend to any additional problems.
• Perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for the safety of self and other employees.
• Perform all work in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
• May be required to work overtime or varying hours to include shift work.
• Be at work when scheduled and maintain a good attendance record.
• Work near and or in an ammunition and explosives demilitarization facility.
• Perform other duties of the same or lower level of difficulty as assigned.
• May be assigned occasional duties of a higher level of difficulty than those listed above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a high school diploma/equivalent.
• 2-4 years’ experience working high pressure vessels and/or heating type systems or other industrial boiler type units.
• Have a thorough understanding of equipment operation and maintenance requirements.
• Must be able to perform skilled to semi-skilled tasks including but not limited to operating and maintaining equipment, tools, vehicle and material handling equipment.
• Data logging, record keeping, laboratory, sampling, testing and filing skills are preferred.
• Must be computer literate in common software applications and able to operate general office equipment.
• Must be willing to work overtime, varying hours and/or rotating shifts.
• Be detail oriented and able to exercise good judgment in problem solving.
• Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.
• Perform safety sensitive duties.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain all certifications as required by Amentum’s Master Training Plan.
• Must maintain fitness‑for‑duty standards to perform the essential functions of the position, to include any HWAD drill, contingency and/or emergency requirement.
• Must also be able to obtain a clearance through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms and be favorably vetted through the NCIC III System.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance.
• Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Benefits

• This position falls under the local Union and comes with; medical, vision, dental, STD and life insurance, PTO–120 hours per year, accrued at 4.62 hours per pay period, Sick leave–One (1) hour of accrual for every thirty (30) hours worked, Paid Holidays-Eleven (11) per calendar year, 401K, and an employee stock option plan.

Compensation Details

$29.88 - $36.68 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Original Posting

06/29/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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