What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boiler/Dry Kiln Operator position at Rex Lumber, Bristol, LLC?
Rex Lumber, Bristol, LLC is needing highly motivated individuals that want a long term career in industrial manufacturing! We are looking for a career seeking individual with experience operating industrial boilers and its components. Are you looking for a long term career with dedication and time? If you answered "yes" then we want you as a part of our team!
We are willing to train the right candidate! Are you a highly motivated individual with a willingness to learn?
If you want to be a part of our team, apply today!
Job Type: Full Time (40 hrs. a week) 12hr. rotating shift including weekends and holidays.
Job Description:
This is a full-time position that consists of operating and tending to our industrial boilers to produce steam for our continuous kilns. The Boiler Operator is someone that has initiative and a willingness to work with little to no supervision with a responsibility for monitoring boiler systems water levels, steam pressure, and steam output. Industrial Boilers are water-containing vessels that generate steam with the help of a heat source. The steam is then transferred to the lumber kilns in order to dry the lumber that is produced from the sawmill.
Essential duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for keeping water tank levels within standard operating procedure requirements.
- Responsible for monitoring steam levels assuring they are within standard operating procedure requirements for continuous drying.
- Assist with cleaning of the boiler’s quarters and confined spaces.
- Assist with daily preventative maintenance of assigned equipment.
- Responsible for clean-up around the boiler areas and reporting of any potential dangers.
- Transport of materials to and from work areas manually or using carts, hand trucks, or hoists.
- Accurately report/document daily well readings.
- Assist boiler helper and maintenance as needed.
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Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements: - Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors.
- Ability to work a 12-hr. rotating shift schedule with overtime and occasional call-ins.
- Capable of managing critical events and prioritize in an emergency providing clear direction.
- Perform a variety of duties which may often change.
- Evaluate information using measurable standards.
- Repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure.
- Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time.
- Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs.
- Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to complete daily reports as required.
- Understand basic mathematical skills.
- Understand basic machine components and operation.
- Excellent eye-hand-foot coordination.
- Solid decision-making skills.
Safety:
- Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc…as required.
- Do not enter restricted areas.
- Report immediately to supervisor any piece of equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly.
- Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge.
- Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating.
- Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible.
- Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers.
- Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling, and lifting with your legs and not your back.
- Never approach a saw while it is still running.
- Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company.
COMPANY BENEFITS
We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience. If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.
We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:
- Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Employee Referral Program
- Personify Health Rewards Program
Additionally, we offer:
- Safety Incentives
- Accident and Critical Care Insurance
- Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
- Conditional Relocation Assistance
- Conditional Tuition Assistance
- On-the-Job Training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Potential for additional Paid Time Off hours
- Uniform Rental and Boot Purchase Program
- Overtime