Plant Manager – Boiler & Operations

360 Talent Avenue • Bakersfield, CA

1d • $100,000

About The Position

Bring your skills into the future with a career in industrial utilities and sustainable operations!
360 Talent Avenue has partnered with an innovative leader in industrial facility operations to hire a Plant Manager – Boiler & Operations in Bakersfield, CA. This position is a direct hire with our client.
Compensation: $100,000 per year + comprehensive benefits package
The Plant Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all utility and water/wastewater systems in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in industrial utilities or facility operations (boilers, compressed air, cooling systems)
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Associate’s degree in Industrial Technology, Mechanical Technology, or related technical field
• Experience supporting 24/7 continuous operations, preferably in food or industrial manufacturing
• Working knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, including RO systems and chemical treatment programs
• Familiarity with SCADA, PLCs, CMMS, and industrial control systems
• Strong understanding of industrial safety standards and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

• Oversee industrial utilities including boiler plants, compressed air systems, cooling towers, potable water, wastewater treatment, and onsite laboratory operations
• Provide leadership, coaching, and supervision to a team of utility and water/wastewater operators across rotating shifts
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Optimize system performance, reliability, and energy efficiency through data analysis, trending, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage boiler operations including combustion efficiency, boiler chemistry, fuel usage, inspections, and certifications
• Oversee compressed air systems, cooling water chemistry, and water treatment processes
• Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance activities with internal maintenance teams and third-party contractors
• Lead capital projects, equipment upgrades, and vendor management efforts
• Prepare and manage operating budgets, monitor expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Support plant safety programs, emergency response planning, and regulatory audits

Benefits

• Benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, paid time off, and a 401K matching retirement program
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree