Boiler Room Operator - Various Shifts

Precix; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Family Leave

Short/Long Disability

Job summary

Precix in Massachusetts is seeking a Boiler Operator responsible for monitoring oil and gas-fired steam boilers and related equipment such as air compressors and pumps, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, a Massachusetts Second Class Fireman's license, and 1–3 years of boiler operator experience; applicants must read, write and speak English and perform basic shop math.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Second Class Fireman's license is required.
• 1–3 years of boiler operator experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform day-to-day maintenance and repair duties on boiler room equipment.
• Monitor and maintain boilers and their auxiliaries.
• Perform maintenance on boiler systems, valves, gauges, piping, and related equipment.
• Inspect fluids and replace filters.
• Record daily readings and adjust equipment as needed.
• Notify Chief Engineer of operating difficulties or off-standard conditions.
• Perform cleaning, painting, or organized tasks as requested.
• Inspect and adjust Wastewater System.

Skills

Reading & Writing English

Mechanical Aptitude

Math Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pay starting at $25/hour depending on experience. Must possess Massachusetts Second Class Firemans License.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for monitoring oil and gas-fired steam generating boilers and associated equipment such as air compressors, hydraulic pumps, feed pumps, boiler controls including safety devices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and perform day to day maintenance and repair duties on a large variety of plant equipment not limited to boiler room
• Monitor and maintain boilers and their auxiliaries,
• Perform maintenance on boiler systems and their valves, gauges, piping, and other equipment
• Inspect fluids and replace filters
• Record daily reading, adjust equipment
• Notify Chief Engineer of any operating difficulties or off standard conditions
• Perform cleaning, painting or organized tasks as requested
• Inspect and make adjustments to the Wastewater System
• Perform other duties as required or requested

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

None

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED; or 1 to 3 months of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Massachusetts Second Class Fireman's license required. Training or experience as a Boiler Operator for 1 to 3 years

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to read, write, and speak in English and have good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to perform shop mathematics and have a mechanical aptitude
• Requires good judgement to plan, perform and make decisions as to sequence of setups, operations and processes within the limitations of recognized or standard methods of procedure

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work environment consists of Boiler Room area where they may be exposure to noise, heat, smells and chemicals. Exposure to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) 1/3 of time
• Working near moving mechanical parts over 2/3 of time. Working in high precarious places 1/3 of time. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals 1/3 of time. Risk of electrical show over 2/3 of the time
• Exposure to extreme heat over 2/3 of the time. Moderate to loud noise levels over 2/3 of the time

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
• Paid Time Off