About the position
McKee Foods is seeking a Boiler/Plumber to join our plant engineering team. The Boiler/Plumber maintains all piping systems; troubleshoot, diagnose and make necessary repairs on plumbing related equipment; and hot water systems at all McKee Collegedale Facilities. Participates in projects and installations with other departments; work additional times as needed with 'on call' requirements. Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on boilers, gas-fired hot water systems, and related piping and plumbing systems. Ensure boiler systems are operating safely and efficiently in compliance with all regulatory and safety standards. Conduct annual boiler teardowns for state inspections. Support plumbing-related service calls as needed. Collaborate with other departments on new installations and facility improvement projects. Participate in on-call rotations and work additional hours as required. Continuously develop and expand technical knowledge and skillsets related to boiler systems.
Responsibilities
- Maintain all piping systems.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and make necessary repairs on plumbing related equipment.
- Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on boilers and gas-fired hot water systems.
- Ensure boiler systems are operating safely and efficiently in compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
- Conduct annual boiler teardowns for state inspections.
- Support plumbing-related service calls as needed.
- Collaborate with other departments on new installations and facility improvement projects.
- Participate in on-call rotations and work additional hours as required.
- Continuously develop and expand technical knowledge and skillsets related to boiler systems.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of verifiable experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing high- and low-pressure piping systems.
- Experience in installing and maintaining gas-fired hot water systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and equipment manuals.
- Comfortable working at various heights using ladders or platform lifts.
- Proficient with computer-based systems and maintenance software.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation.
- Strong safety record and reliable attendance history.
- Ability to work flexible hours and extended shifts, including outdoor work in all weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet company vehicle operation requirements.
- Current lift truck certification or ability to obtain.
Nice-to-haves
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with steam and hot water boilers, burners, gas systems, associated controls, electrical circuits, and combustion systems.
- Experience with Kemco hot water systems.
- Functional knowledge of plumbing and steam maintenance troubleshooting techniques.
- Completion of a two-year degree in an industrial mechanical or vocational program, or a formal apprenticeship.
- Broad plumbing experience in a commercial or industrial setting.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Profit-sharing cash bonus program
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
- Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
- Supplemental plans, including life insurance
- Fully-paid parental leave
- Health Center and Pharmacy
- Tuition reimbursement
- Credit Union
- Exercise and recreation facility
- Wellness programs with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)
