BOILER OPERATOR

John A Biewer Co Inc•Prentice, WI

48d•$0 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Biewer Wisconsin Sawmill is hiring a full-time Boiler Operator in Prentice, Wisconsin. The role maintains the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the boiler system, producing and distributing a consistent supply of high-quality steam and heat for conditioning and drying lumber in the kilns. This is a safety-sensitive position in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Language skills sufficient to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively and professionally with customers or employees.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate industrial equipment.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Previous general labor experience in a sawmill or lumber-treating facility, or manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate a solid-fuel wood-products boiler system, furnace, and auxiliary equipment.
Manage feed systems, primary and secondary combustion air, grate systems, and ash removal to maintain an efficient burn and keep boiler pressures within operating tolerances.
Deliver consistent heat and steam to active lumber-drying kilns.
Monitor kiln demand, regulate steam-flow and pressure-control valves, and maintain feed-water systems for lumber-drying and conditioning cycles.
Monitor and operate environmental controls to comply with state and federal air-quality permits.
Inspect pumps, valves, piping, fans, and fuel conveyors; document and report mechanical defects and assist maintenance personnel with complex repairs.
Monitor fuel-yard inventory, including sawdust, bark, and wood chips.
Operate a Hi-Lo or front-end loader to manage fuel piles, load or unload kiln charges, and transport and empty ash carts at designated locations.
Perform lockout/tagout procedures as required.
Follow safety procedures and policies and work with coworkers to maintain a safe working environment.
Report near misses, incidents, and potentially unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
Keep work areas clean by sweeping, picking up broken lumber, shoveling, and disposing of material and debris.
Perform other duties as assigned.