About the role
Job Description
The primary purpose of the Boiler Operator’s position is to perform all assigned process tasks, including but not limited to, the safe operation of all Energy Systems & Water Treatment equipment and controls. Additionally, the operator will be required to perform basic, routine equipment maintenance and cleaning on all machinery and workspaces in the assigned area of responsibility. The operator will be required to understand and manipulate computer software related to the management of Energy Plant & Water Treatment operations. The operator will also be required to identify conditions in the process or equipment which may lead to substandard production levels and initiate the proper corrective action. Further duties include assisting maintenance personnel in the troubleshooting, repair, or preventive maintenance of equipment
* Follow standard operating procedures for the start up, operation, and shut down of all equipment related to Energy Plant operations. * Meet or exceed all quality, and productivity measurements in order to achieve optimum combustion levels. * Maximize the use of wood dust and waste to fuel the wood fired Energy Plants. * Assist in providing job coverage in the event of absence * Bleed the Energy Plant system as necessary. * Conduct shift change procedures at the end of each shift with the oncoming operator. * Operate a variety of equipment such as valves, pumping systems, chemical feeders, measuring and control systems, and filtration systems as needed to ensure required water quality levels are maintained * Record and enter data into computers, make entries into plant maintenance systems, and prepare a variety of reports * Load and unload chemicals * Collect samples and perform basic laboratory analytical tests on effluent wastewater * May operate heavy equipment * Assist in installation of all new equipment, components, and systems according to plans and specifications. * Perform routine mechanical and quality inspections including the thermal oil circuit, fire suppression system, water treatment, and feed water system. * Assist in the installation of all new equipment, components, and systems, or the improvement of existing equipment, components, and systems as required. * Perform or assist with preventive maintenance procedures and repairs as scheduled or directed. * Conduct filter changes on the thermal oil system. * Maintain proper housekeeping conditions within the work area.
Qualifications
* The ability to read and comprehend work instructions of a technical nature. * The ability to operate or learn to operate heavy machinery, front end loaders and fork lifts. * The ability to work with electric, pneumatic, or hand tools. * The ability to work effectively with other members of the facility team. * The ability to work without constant supervision. * The ability to creatively problem-solve, individually or as part of a group. * The ability to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance. * 1-3 years in a composite panel or wood panel production site * C1_English * Basic computer skills * High School graduate or equivalent
Additional Information
As a company dedicated to its associates, we offer numerous benefits and advantages: - Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products - Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world - A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans - Company paid life and short & long term disability plans - Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family - 401 (k) retirement plan with company match - Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days - “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy - Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools Together we work, together we win.
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