Boiler/Dry Kiln Operator

Rex Lumber, LLC.•Bristol, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Rex Lumber, Bristol, LLC is seeking highly motivated individuals for a long-term career in industrial manufacturing. This role involves operating and tending to industrial boilers to produce steam for continuous kilns. The Boiler Operator is responsible for monitoring boiler systems, including water levels, steam pressure, and steam output, with little to no supervision. Industrial boilers are water-containing vessels that generate steam using a heat source, which is then transferred to lumber kilns for drying. The company is willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates motivation and a willingness to learn.

Requirements

Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors.
Ability to work a 12-hr. rotating shift schedule with overtime and occasional call-ins.
Capable of managing critical events and prioritize in an emergency providing clear direction.
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating industrial boilers and its components.
Highly motivated individual with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Responsible for keeping water tank levels within standard operating procedure requirements.
Responsible for monitoring steam levels assuring they are within standard operating procedure requirements for continuous drying.
Assist with cleaning of the boiler’s quarters and confined spaces.
Assist with daily preventative maintenance of assigned equipment.
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 helper and maintenance as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.