Boiler Technician

Company: Joseph's Gourmet Pasta Company   Location: Haverhill MA  

POSITION TITLE: Boiler Operator

DEPARTMENT: Facilities

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:    

This is a Third Shift Position

We are looking for someone who wants to join a long-standing company who rewards hard work and dedication.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the supervision of the Chief Engineer, operate boilers and all auxiliary equipment necessary for the production of steam for heat and cooling for Process Plant and facilities.
• Inspect gauges, recorders and meters for safety and informational purposes. Maintain records and log of readings required for safe, efficient plant operation. Maintain and clean equipment and perform repairs as necessary.
• Direct and assist the work of other plant operators. Train new plant operators within scope of current or new operating procedures, testing, new equipment, or as directed by Chief Engineer.

• Test visual and audio alarms and safety valves according to established schedules and best engineering practices.
• Maintain all gauges and metering controls.
• Make general inspection of all equipment regularly including cooling towers and exhaust fans.
• Test and treat boiler water, chilled water, tower water, city water and any other such waters as required to comply with boiler and chemical companies’ range of operation.
• Have the ability to learn new equipment as necessary and to assist in plant repairs as needed.
• Must maintain Massachusetts State License certification through continuing education as required by State regulation.
• Other facilities duties as assigned in a remote monitoring environment

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have the ability to work as needed and work well in a team environment.
• Must have basic MS Office Suite knowledge and attention to detail with record keeping.
• Must be able to operate independently within the scope of Department policies, practices and requirements, respond to and resolve operating problems of the plant. Review unusual situations or problems with Chief Engineer.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• License: By the State of Massachusetts
• 2nd Class Fireman (Preferred)
• 1-3 years’ experience (Preferred)
• OHSA certification and fork truck experience are a plus.

 

 

*Job Descriptions are not intended to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills or efforts. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the position involves and what is required to perform it. Joseph’s Gourmet Pasta Company reserves the right to change, modify or add to any position at any time.