Boiler Operator
About The Position
The Boiler Operator safely operates and maintains high-pressure boilers and related utility systems to support continuous plant operations. The role applies maintenance and craft skills to troubleshoot, repair, and monitor boilers, water systems, air compressors, wastewater systems, pH monitoring, and other utilities. The Boiler Operator works closely with Production and Maintenance teams to meet safety, regulatory, and operational standards. The position involves working in a manufacturing and utility environment with exposure to noise, heat up to 115°F, and chemicals. The operator must wear required personal protective equipment and be able to perform frequent physical activities, including walking, standing, climbing, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and handling tools and parts. The role may require lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds on occasion and working extended hours, weekends, or holidays as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 4 years of experience operating and maintaining boilers of 200 HP or larger.
- Unlimited L.A. County Steam License or Unlimited Steam Engineer License.
- Mechanical knowledge and hands-on experience with pumps, valves, gearboxes, and piping.
- Basic electrical knowledge, including breakers, VFDs, motors, motor starters, sensors, and wiring.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toe shoes.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion.
- Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays as needed.
- Ability to maintain mental alertness and focus and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- At least 3 years of experience in a high-speed food manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Bilingual Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor multiple high-pressure boilers of 200 HP or larger according to regulations, SOPs, and safety standards.
- Perform daily checks of boiler safety systems and immediately escalate or shut down equipment when unsafe conditions are identified.
- Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks and work orders, documenting findings and parts used.
- Troubleshoot and repair utility equipment, including pumps, valves, probes, gearboxes, bearings, motors, and water treatment systems.
- Monitor water softener, filtration, and chemical treatment systems.
- Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot air compressors, dryers, and cooling and heating systems.
- Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot wastewater and pH systems.
- Respond promptly to utility-related issues and radio calls to support safety, quality, and production needs.
- Maintain daily logs of inspections, events, and maintenance activities to support continuity across shifts.
- Support cross-functional teams with utility-related concerns affecting safety, quality, or production.
- Read and interpret safety manuals, maintenance procedures, and technical prints.
- Maintain cleanliness of boiler room and utility areas.
- Respond to emergencies, including fire, evacuation, and equipment or power failures.
- Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
