Boiler Operator

POSITION: Boiler Operator

DEPARTMENT: FOMSS at Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Alabama

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years or more of Technical Training.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Perform boiler operations for a year-round, 24-hour per day, 7 days per week operating environment along with operation of portable boilers on an as-required basis. Must be able to adjust a wide variety of boilers, ranging from small electric type boilers to large natural gas fired units, for maximum operational efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or be able to secure a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within one month of hire date.
• Must be physically able to obtain certifications required to perform job duties.
• Craftsmen will be expected to maintain a high level of efficiency and productivity with minimum amount of supervision.
• ***Subject to background/security check.***

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Essential Responsibilities:
• Monitor boiler feed water to ensure proper water conditions to prevent mineral deposits and corrosion in the boiler.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine operational checks of each boiler in operation every two hours while on shift.
• Perform advanced operational and safety checks of each boiler in operation once per 8-hour shift, including blowing water columns, flame check, and checks of safety lockout devices.
• Perform preventive maintenance actions and perform boiler fueling operations.
• Employ instrumentation and trouble-shooting skills to detect and resolve boiler operational problems.
• Perform fuel transfer operations.
• Sample boiler water chemistry to ensure Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) levels are maintained within specified range.
• Assist Boiler Mechanics in major maintenance operations and annual boiler inspections.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Physical Requirements:

• Typical maintenance environment with associated hazards, including chemical hazards, high level noise areas, and routine work in areas associated with elevated heat.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication along with constant mental alertness.
• Must be physically able to obtain certifications required to perform job duties.
• Must be able to work in locations as high as 100 ft. above ground level.
• Must possess knowledge and experience to be able to perform all assigned duties in particular area of expertise.

STATUS:

Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE:

Per CBA

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.93 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person