Technician, Boiler Operator - Crew D

Slate Auto; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking a Boiler Operator in Indiana to ensure safe, efficient operation of steam plant equipment across our facilities serving EV production. You will monitor boilers, pumps, and control systems; perform routine maintenance; keep detailed IDEM-compliant logs; and collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to support thermal systems and energy optimization.

A high school diploma and boiler operator license are required, with 3+ years of boiler experience and on-the-job training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical boiler operation certification preferred.
• Valid boiler operator license or certification as required by state regulations.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating industrial boilers.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain boilers in EV production and facility operations.
• Perform routine inspections to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Monitor gauges and control systems to troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain logs of performance, maintenance, and safety checks.
• Ensure compliance with IDEM environmental, health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering/maintenance teams on thermal systems.
• Respond to emergencies and alarms promptly.
• Assist in energy optimization and sustainability initiatives.
• Train new employees on steam plant duties and safety.
• Adjust stoker feeders and dampers for coal boilers; monitor oil-fired settings.
• Support boiler overhaul, pump repairs, and motor servicing.
• Take periodic readings and maintain logs per IDEM.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Steam generation

Thermal energy management

Automated control systems

Building Management Systems

Steam plant operations

Boiler chemistry

Independent work

Decision making under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical boiler operation certification

Boiler operator license

Job description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Boiler Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of steam plant equipment, including coal and oil-fired boilers, pumps, motors, and reverse osmosis systems. This role ensures compliance with Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) standards and supports the maintenance and operation of heating systems in state facilities.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Operate, monitor, and maintain high-pressure and low-pressure boilers used in EV production and facility operations.
• Conduct routine inspections and performance checks to ensure optimal boiler efficiency and safety.
• Monitor gauges, meters, and control systems to detect and troubleshoot issues.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boiler systems, pumps, valves, and related equipment.
• Maintain accurate logs of boiler performance, maintenance activities, and safety checks.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, including emissions standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to support thermal systems used in battery production and climate control.
• Respond to emergency situations and alarms promptly and effectively.
• Assist in energy optimization initiatives and sustainability efforts.
• Make periodic inspections of boiler fires and operating conditions.
• Ensure steam plant operations meet safety and environmental standards.
• Take periodic readings and maintain logs per IDEM requirements.
• Maintain water levels in salt bins and operate reverse osmosis machines.
• Assist in annual boiler overhaul, pump repairs, and motor servicing.
• Train new employees on steam plant duties and safety protocols.
• Adjust stoker feeders and dampers for coal boilers; monitor oil-fired boiler settings.
• Respond to emergency situations and make operational decisions as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in boiler operation preferred.
• Valid boiler operator license or certification as required by local/state regulations.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating industrial boilers

Skills

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, steam generation, and thermal energy management.
• Familiarity with automated control systems and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Specialized knowledge of steam plant operations and boiler systems.
• Ability to perform water tests and maintain boiler chemistry.
• Must obtain Facility Operator 3rd Class certification within 12 months of employment.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].