Steam Plant Operator I

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL:

Under specific direction, this position assists in the production of, and maintaining of a uniform flow of steam by operating high-pressure boilers and maintaining all equipment in the boiler room.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Assist in the operation and maintenance of a high pressure gas/oil fired boiler plant along with all associated equipment on a 24/7 based schedule to including weekends and holidays.
• Control and adjust boiler fuel air mixture, pump pressure, tank levels, and other boiler plant related systems and equipment via automated control systems to ensure good-safe operation while maximizing boiler efficiency.
• Assist maintenance staff with cleaning, repair and maintenance of boilers and associated equipment. Includes fireside and waterside cleaning along with other maintenance duties assigned.
• Make entries into a daily shift log, updating fuel usage and maintenance reports. Use of personal computer for maintenance records and data entry. All other duties assigned.
• Subject to call back to maintain shift coverage and overall plant operation.
• Selects and lays out required materials per work orders or verbal instructions.
• Sets up and operates tools and machines incidental to operations.
• May be required to assist with requisitioning new supplies and equipment.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures and adhere to company standards.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Must be a team player committed to working in a quality environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of a two year technical degree or equivalent, or a minimum of two years' experience in the Maintenance and Operation field.
• Requires knowledge of trade fundamentals sufficient to perform specialized service and repair work.
• Requires ability to work in a team oriented atmosphere while being able to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Must be physically able to perform basic maintenance tasks to the highest caliber, which includes ability to: climb ladders, work in confined spaces, lift heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs., etc.
• Must be able to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays as needed. subject to callbacks seven day a week, 24 hours a day
• Required to use a variety of hand and power tools or forklift.
• May be required to possess a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED:

• Equivalent to a Special Class Minnesota Boiler Operator's License or higher
• Ability to work from drawing, diagrams, and sketches