Boiler Operator (1St Shift)

Description:

Standard scheduled shift 6:00 am - 6:00 pm. 4 days on / 4 days off

RemArms reserves the right to adjust work hours as schedule deviations may be necessary

The Boiler Operator is responsible to repair, maintain, and adjust boilers, turbines, pumps, compressors, water lines, steam lines, valves, and all related systems and equipment.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities (*Essential Functions)

Monitor and Maintain Boilers

Perform frequent inspection checks and regular maintenance on boiler systems and related valves, gauges, piping, and other equipment.

Inspect Fluids

Inspect water, gas, and other fluid levels inside boilers and related equipment, making adjustments to fluids as necessary to keep systems operating at peak levels.

Repair Boiler Machinery

Repair piping, valves, and other boiler machinery as needed.

Replace Boiler Parts

Replace defective valves, gauges, and other boiler parts as needed.

Record Daily Readings

Record daily gas readings, feed water tests, and other test results.

Adjust Equipment

Adjust valves and boiler controls as needed to control the amount of pressure in the system and keep the boiler system functioning safely.

Maintain Cleanliness

Keep all boiler rooms, related facilities, and work areas clean and organized at all times.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by the business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

This is a start-up, fast-paced small organization. The ability to be productive and successful in an intense work environment is critical.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet, hot, and humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Requirements:

Educational Skills and Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required.

Education: High school diploma or GED required; and 3-5 years of experience working in a boiler room.

Communication: Must be able to speak, read and write in the English language. Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Math skills – Able to check readings and work with numbers regularly; requires a good grasp of mathematics and the ability to make quick calculations

Problem-solving skills – Able to make quick decisions to solve potential and existing problems, which requires decisive problem-solving skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

Must be able to work in the most extreme conditions, including hot, cold, wet, and steamy environments.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.