Boiler Operator - Springfield Plywood

Job Description:

Springfield Plywood and Veneer

Position Title: Boiler Operator      Reports to: Boiler Supervisor       Department: SPW Plywood Boiler

Wage: Level 4 $23.77                                             Shift: Fri-Mon GYD 6p-6a                                  

PPE Required:

_x_ Eye Protection

_x_ Hearing Protection

_x_ Gloves

_x_ Boots

Anything over 50 lbs.:             Environment:           Maximum # lifted          Maximum # carried           Maximum # push/pull

2 people required                   Outside 20%             without assistance:       without assistance:           without assistance:

                                                  Inside 80%                50 lbs.                             50 lbs.                                 50 lbs.

 

 

 

Purpose of Position:  Responsible for the continuous monitoring, operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the

boiler.

Essential Functions: These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job

1.

Monitor computer readout

2.

Monitor boiler equipment/gauges/valves

3.

Mix boiler chemicals

4.

Clean boiler cells by using proper cell procedures

5.

Maintain fuel pile

6.

Operate front-end loader/bobcat

7.

Operate cranes/hoists/lifting slings

8.

Comply with Federal, State, and Company rules, policies and procedures

9.

Fire Watch

10.

Other duties as assigned

 

 

 

Non Essential Functions:  These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential.

1.

The worker may be required to rotate to different positions for cross training purposes or to facilitate

production.

Job duties for other positions are outlined in their individual job descriptions.

2.

Assist Co-Workers or maintenance personnel in basic maintenance and upkeep of machine.

3.

Cleanup as needed.

Working Environment: (1) Environmental exposure - Inside 80% of the time:  Average temperature 65 degrees, high 110 degrees, and low 50 degrees.  Outside 20% of the time:  Average temperature 65 degrees, high 110 degrees, and low 30 degrees.  (2) Noise or Vibration - Boiler, Loader, Bobcat and other machine noises, forklift noise and similar heavy equipment found in the area.  (3) Atmospheric conditions - Potential for:  Dust, Fumes, Extreme Heat, Steam.

Physical Demands:  See the Physical Capabilities as listed below.  Worker will bend, twist, squat, push/pull (back legs) using waist, shoulders, arms, hands, and wrists to manipulate a variety of hand tools.  Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Climb ladders and stand for long periods of time.

Must be able to concentrate in a noisy environment, deal with frequent interruptions, juggle multiple...