Operator Boiler

4142 Evonik Corporation_4142; Mapleton (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environments

SmartWork program

Job summary

Evonik is seeking a Boiler Operator to safely run steam boilers, monitor water treatment, perform routine analyses, and support maintenance in a production environment.

You will interpret gauges, manage fuel and chemical handling in accordance with safety guidelines, and keep the boiler room organized and compliant.

Qualifications

• High School Education or equivalent.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or industrial chemical plant environment.
• Experience with boiler operations and fuel sources (gas, oil, waste oil) preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot boiler equipment with mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Experience using well or river water in boiler operations is desirable.
• Computer literacy and basic lab equipment familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate steam boilers and monitor controls.
• Operate the water treatment system.
• Perform routine monitoring and read gauges; record data.
• Conduct lab analyses and document results.
• Troubleshoot equipment and ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Start up/shut down boilers and adjust controls for safe operation.
• Inspect boilers, perform cleaning and minor maintenance.
• Record performance data and report anomalies to supervision.

Skills

Boiler troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Reading gauges

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Lab equipment

Job description

What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficient operation of steam boilers, monitoring and adjusting boiler controls
• Operate the water treatment system
• Performing routine monitoring including reading gauges, water and steam quality
• Performing lab analyses and recording the data
• Performing equipment trouble shooting and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards
• Operating and maintaining high-pressure boilers, including starting up and shutting down the boiler, monitoring boiler performance, and adjusting controls as needed to maintain safe and efficient operation
• Performing routine inspection on boilers, including cleaning, lubricating, and troubleshooting problems to identify and resolve issues
• Monitoring and recording boiler and water performance data, such as temperature, pressure, water hardness, and reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervisors or maintenance staff
• Operating the well water system, including softener system, reverse osmosis system, fire protection, plant wells and domestic water
• Maintaining a clean and organized boiler room, including storing and handling fuel, chemicals, and other hazardous materials in accordance with safety guidelines
• Performs manual blowdown of Boilers, Sight Glasses, and orifice taps leg lines
• Checks wells and test water supply interpreting results before taking appropriate remedial action
• Perform routine lubrication of equipment and perform semi-skilled equipment maintenance tasks and/or assist maintenance personnel on repairs
• Prepares required permits – Lock out/tag out, Flange breaking permits, Confined space permits, Hot work permits
• Cleans and prepares equipment for maintenance or extended outages; involves Management in cases requiring securing outside contractor resources

Requirements

• High School Education or equivalent.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing setting OR relevant work experience in industrial chemical plant.
• Previous work experience that includes a broad exposure to full-scale Boiler Operations including experience with variable source of fuel (natural gas, oil, and waste oil) preferred.
• Hands on experience troubleshooting Boiler equipment with appropriate level of mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Previous work experience using well or river water as source for Boiler operations highly desirable.
• Computer, Microsoft Office products, standard tools, lab equipment preferred
• Requires adequate physical strength to perform the essential job tasks (EX: ability to lift 50 pounds without mechanical assistance).
• Requires working outdoors with occasional exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to prolonged physical activity (EX: 12 hours shifts).
• Sensory faculties needed to safely perform the job duties that allow a person to react to potential or immediate hazardous conditions and to take appropriate action.
• Ability to wear required PPE such as common protective or safety equipment including but not limited to safety shoes, eye protection, and protection, hearing protection, hard hats, etc.

Summary Compensation & Benefits

Compensation & Benefits: Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).

Pay Range: The starting range for this position is $33.06

Benefits included, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

About Evonik

This is your opportunity to join a thriving global organization that combines cutting-edge science, technology and engineering with world-class business services to create solutions that answer real-world problems. If you join us, we’ll expect you to take ownership of your work, team up with other great minds, and add your name to creations that make a positive difference for generations. As one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals operating in more than 100 countries with over 32,000 employees, we need your diversity of thought to make us better. In return for your passion, initiative and creativity, you’ll enjoy opportunities to improve and to be respected for your contribution.