Boiler Operator
About The Position
Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy. The Boiler Operator is responsible for the operation of the boiler and boiler processes.
Requirements
- Minimum 1-2 years prior experience in boiler operation and/or rendering facility.
Nice To Haves
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Knowledge of water tube boilers, principles of combustion, water composition, and steam generation.
- Basic math skills; performs various calculations including heating and fuel consumption rate.
- Good oral and written skills.
- Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
Responsibilities
- Starts boiler fire; may operate water tube boiler, coal, gas, or wood-fired boilers.
- Checks reverse osmosis unit.
- Monitors feed water, boiler water, water softener, and water treatment unit.
- Add chemicals on a daily basis.
- Monitors oil temperature in turbine bearings; measures oil in underground storage tanks.
- Performs daily greasing and oiling.
- Conducts coal inventory; keeps area around coal hopper clean.
- Assures equipment and work area is clean after each shift.
- Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
