Industrial Boiler & Steam Operator (1st Shift)

Avery Dennison•Miamisburg, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Boiler & Steam Operator to take primary ownership of our plant’s low-pressure boiler, steam, and compressed air infrastructure. Hands-on low-pressure boiler and steam experience is required. This role focuses heavily on boiler management, industrial steam distribution, mechanical plumbing, and compressor maintenance, with commercial HVAC serving as an added bonus.

Requirements

Proven experience operating and maintaining low-pressure boilers and industrial steam systems.
Experience running, troubleshooting, and servicing industrial air compressors and air piping.
Strong mechanical plumbing capabilities, including soldering, brazing, pipe fitting, and valve rebuilds.
Ability to read piping schematics, use pressure gauges and diagnostic tools, and troubleshoot mechanical loops.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs solo and up to 100 lbs as a team lift.
Frequent use of hands for pipe fitting, valve assembly, and fine mechanical adjustments.

Nice To Haves

Commercial HVAC troubleshooting experience.
Familiarity with Metasys Building Automation Systems (BAS).

Responsibilities

Safely operate, monitor, and maintain low-pressure boilers and industrial steam distribution systems.
Perform daily water chemical testing, system blowdowns, steam trap maintenance, and valve inspections.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and execute preventive maintenance on industrial air compressors, air dryers, filters, and pneumatic piping.
Install, modify, and repair steam piping, condensate return lines, water connections, and compressed air lines (heavy mechanical plumbing emphasis over electrical work).
Carry out daily, monthly, semi-annual, and annual PMs across all boiler, steam loop, and compressed air equipment.
Read as-built piping schematics, blueprints, and pressure gauges to identify leaks, pressure drops, or equipment issues using standard hand and power tools.
Maintain inventory and order replacement parts for boilers, pipe fittings, valves, and air compressor systems.
Ensure full compliance with local boiler codes, safety regulations, EPA rules, and environmental standards.
Provide basic troubleshooting for commercial HVAC equipment and Metasys building automation systems as needed.