Boiler/Dry Kiln Helper

Rex Lumber, LLC.•Bristol, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry level position that consists of assisting our Boiler Operators with operating and tending to our industrial boilers to dry lumber, provide mill security, and fire watch. The Boiler Helper is someone with little to no experience that has initiative and a willingness to gain knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures to potentially become an experienced Industrial Boiler Operator. Industrial Boilers are water-containing vessels that generate steam with the help of a heat source. The steam is then transferred to the lumber kilns in order to dry the lumber that is produced from the sawmill.

Requirements

Must be able to work a 12 hour shift
Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holiday according to schedule
Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
Perform a variety of duties which may often change
Evaluate information using measurable standards
Repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure
Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time
Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly
Ability to work well as part of a team
Ability to complete daily reports as required
Understand basic mathematical skills
Understand basic machine components and operation
Excellent eye-hand-foot coordination
Solid decision-making skills

Nice To Haves

Willingness to learn and grow within our Company
Initiative
Willingness to gain knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures to potentially become an experienced Industrial Boiler Operator

Responsibilities

Hourly rounds/walk throughs throughout the mill.
Responsible for clean-up around the boiler areas and reporting of any potential dangers.
Transport of materials to and from work areas manually or using carts, hand trucks, or hoists.
Accurately report/document daily well readings
Assist boiler operator as needed
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations
Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc…as required
Do not enter restricted areas
Report immediately to supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly
Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge
Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating
Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible
Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers
Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling, and lifting with your legs and not your back
Never approach a saw while it is still running
Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company