Powerhouse Loader & Boiler Operator

Georgia-Pacific; Gurdon (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Gurdon, Arkansas is hiring a Powerhouse Helper/Heavy Equipment Operator. This role focuses on operating heavy equipment to move materials and maintain boiler fuel systems in an industrial powerhouse environment.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of related experience, with readiness to obtain boiler operator license after training. Strong safety and housekeeping practices are required to support smooth plant operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment to move materials.
• At least three (3) years of work history in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate front end loader to mix boiler fuels and manage storage for weekend use.
• Perform preventive maintenance on loader, fuel truck, and bark conveying systems.
• Learn boiler systems, water chemistry, and related plant processes.
• Obtain boiler operator license after 6 months of training.
• Complete minor repairs and routine greasing on equipment under powerhouse supervision.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Material handling

Job description

Georgia-Pacific in Gurdon, Arkansas is hiring a Powerhouse Helper/Heavy Equipment Operator. This role focuses on operating heavy equipment to move materials and maintain boiler fuel systems in an industrial powerhouse environment.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of related experience, with readiness to obtain boiler operator license after training. Strong safety and housekeeping practices are required to support smooth plant operations.