Boiler Operator

Minnesota Licensed 1st Class B Boiler Operator position

Responsibilities include:

• Safely operate and adjust high pressure gas boilers in the steam generating plant.
• Observing boiler plant operations using control and monitoring software from the control room.
• Adjusting furnace draft measurement and control.
• Adjusting for steam demand and firing rate control.
• Adjusting steam and reheat steam temperature control.
• Maintaining maximum boiler efficiency by adjusting, reading, and interpreting gauges, indicators, and steam flow meters.
• Setting up and tuning boiler control loops.
• Conducting flue gas analysis and adjusting fuel combustion trimming controls accordingly.
• Operating and maintaining boiler & cooling water support systems including: Make up water system, water softening system, reverse osmosis system, deaeration system and chemical treatment systems and cooling water systems including the cooling tower.
• Operating and maintaining the wastewater and wastewater treatment system and components.
• Performing firewater system maintenance and monitoring.
• Performing water quality test for all water carrying systems including boiler makeup water, condensate, waste, cooling, fire water, and reverse osmosis.
• Maintaining gas valves and distribution system.
• Monitoring over-pressurization devices and steam traps.
• Maintaining various records and reports relative to steam plant operations.
• Recognizing the importance of boiler safety control and start-up interlocks.
• Conducting essential maintenance interventions by:
• Performing routine rounds and inspections documenting results and issues.
• Making necessary adjustments to minimize operating issues (hence, maintenance issues).
• Performing routine preventive maintenance interventions (PMs).
• Applying lubrication consistent with asset lubrication schedules.
• Repairing assets using best maintenance practices.
• Troubleshooting assets performing poorly or exhibiting deteriorating conditions

Qualifications:

• Minnesota 1st Class B Boiler License
• Experience with operation, maintenance and control of the boilers, boiler plant system including water testing, water flows, understand the function of the softeners, transfer pumps, and feed water pumps.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

Wage & Benefits Offered:

• Starting is $34.20 for 1A or 1B. Class II is starting at $32.20. Another $1.50 typically within the first 6-9 months. Annual comp adjustments Jan 1.
• 120 hours a year of PTO to start. 16 hours paid volunteer time. 24 hours floating holiday.
• Pension plan, 401k match, annual variable pay, normally 5%, up to 10%, bonus up to 5%.
• Medical, dental and vision plans. Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN.
• Life Insurance, Health and Day Care Savings Accounts, Long and Short-Term Disability, Tuition reimbursement, and Adoption assistance.

US Navy Veterans are encouraged to apply.