Facilities Operations R20 Boiler Operator

General Dynamics • Pittsfield, MA

96d • $37 - $37

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS), a market leader and technology innovator, is seeking talented professionals to deliver cutting edge solutions to our customers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of 5 years experience operating low pressure steam boilers with operating pressure limited to under 15 psi.
• Experience with boiler regular preventative maintenance as described in ASME CSD-1.
• Experience preparing boilers for required inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated or computerized systems that control the boilers and other associated equipment.
• Monitor readings of gauges, panel board instruments and record charts to ensure that the boiler is operating properly.
• Check temperature and pressure and make any necessary adjustments.
• Activate valves to maintain the required amount of water in a boiler, adjust the supply of combustion air and control the flow of fuel, such as gas or oil into the burner.
• Add specific amounts of chemicals into the boiler feed water to control lime build-up or to adjust the alkaline level of the water.
• Maintain and repair includes diagnostic troubleshooting, modify and/or make repairs to electrical, electronic circuits and hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems to correct operational deficiencies.
• Carry out a preventive maintenance program for equipment involved in accordance with approved instructions.
• Disassemble and reassemble boilers after cleaning and inspection on a yearly basis.
• Perform regular maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating compressors or tightening pipes/fittings and replacement/repair of piping and valves associated with boiler operation.
• Keep a logbook recording operation of the boiler.
• Read, interpret and work to drawings, schematics, wiring lists and diagrams, work instructions, sketches, work tasks and verbal directions.
• Set up and maintain workstation and related materials, control of age-controlled items and hazardous materials and consumables.
• Maintain the certificates, licenses and registrations required for their positions.
• Maintain the work area and perform duties in a safe manner.
• Operate various computer programs related to their position for time recording, machine systems and business instructions.
• Perform various trend data analysis of the operation of the boiler and gas consumption.

Benefits

• Highly competitive benefits.
• Flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED