High Pressure Boiler Operator - 2nd Shift - 12 Hour Shifts

General Mills, Inc.; Golden Valley (MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills, Inc. in Golden Valley, MN, is seeking a full-time Boiler Operator to manage three high-pressure boilers in a 7-on/7-off shift pattern (5:30pm–5:30am).

The role includes startup, operation, shutdown, water testing, and equipment maintenance within a complex steam and condensate system. The position requires a Minnesota 1st Class B boiler license, strong data interpretation, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Valid Minnesota 1st Class B boiler license is required.
• Experience operating high-pressure boilers and automated control systems preferred.
• Strong communication and troubleshooting abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor three high-pressure boilers: start-up, normal operation, shutdown.
• Conduct boiler water testing and inventory management; notify supervisor of repairs.
• Monitor boiler efficiency; troubleshoot and maintain boiler systems and condensate/back-up fuel oil systems.
• Monitor fire alarm and suppression systems; perform inspections to ensure readiness.
• Operate plant air compressors and well/domestic water system; assist with after-hours chillers.
• Utilize Nuvolo to report and complete maintenance work orders; train new employees as needed.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Physical stamina

Education

Minnesota Boiler License (1st Class B)

Tools

Nuvolo CMMS

MS Office

Job description

**OVERVIEW*** Location: JFB Technical Center - 9000 Plymouth Ave, Golden Valley, MN* Job status: Full-Time* Hours: Working hours 5:30pm to 5:30am* Schedule: 7 days on and 7 days off. Shift change is on Thursdays. **KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES*** Safely, effectively and efficiently operate and monitor the facility’s three high pressure steam boilers, to include start-up, normal operation, and shutdown* Conduct all necessary boiler monitoring, water testing and inventory management on an ongoing basis, and notify supervisor of any necessary boiler repairs or tune-ups* Monitor efficiencies, troubleshoot issues, and perform or assist with boiler maintenance, repairs and that of boiler-related steam and condensate systems as well as back up fuel oil system* Monitor building fire alarm and fire suppression systems and preform inspections and testing to insure a constant state of readiness* Clean and maintain all associated equipment, and perform regular safety checks* Coordinate and assist in annual boiler inspections* Monitor and assist in chiller plant operations after hours and weekends when necessary* Operate and monitor the plant’s three air compressors* Monitor, operate and maintain the facility’s well and domestic water system* Manage time appropriately and be able to prioritize a work order backlog* Utilize the maintenance management system (Nuvolo) to report and complete maintenance work orders* Assist with training new employees as needed* Attend meetings and trainings as required* Perform additional tasks as assigned **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Must have a valid Minnesota 1st Class B or higher boiler operator's license* Able to understand and interact with fully automated control systems, and operate in manual mode if necessary* Able to do physical labor throughout the shift* Good communication and problem-solving skills* Highly motivated, results driven, and trustworthy* Ability to read and record data from gauges, meters and microprocessor-based data acquisition systems and accurately interpret such data* Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations* Able to work well independently, and know when to seek assistance* Must be able to lift up to 50 - 100lbs occasionally* Must be able to use a hoist and rig pieces of equipment that could weigh up to 300lbs to remove or replace the equipment* Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms* Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net and gloves when required* Ability to work in hot and noisy environmental conditions* Computer skills including MS Office. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*** 5-years of high-pressure boiler experience* Experience running and maintaining chillers,* 2 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment* Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred* Experience operating chillers, cooling towers and related HVAC equipment.* Familiarity with air compressors and compressed air systems.* Experience in treatment and monitoring of water and wastewater systems. **ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS** * International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.* Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.