• Boiler Operator

    Hunt Forest Products (Winnfield, LA)


    Hunt Forest Products – Winnfield is seeking a qualified and experienced Boiler Operator. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring boiler systems run safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include monitoring system performance, inspecting equipment, checking temperature and pressure levels, and performing routine cleaning and maintenance. In case of emergencies, the operator must act quickly to fix issues and prevent safety risks or disruptions.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    + Responsible for personal and team safety throughout the shift.

    + Follow all company safety rules and PPE use.

    + Follow all company rules and procedures regarding daily work activity.

    + Eliminate unsafe conditions and report same to supervisor.

    + Proficient in operating wood and gas boilers, and capable of resolving emergency situations

    + Comply with recording requirements such as filling out log sheets, charts, and reports.

    + Maintain a comprehensive cleaning program on grates, boilers and buildings.

    + Comply with the current boiler preventive maintenance schedule.

    + Monitor and maintain a correct mixture of fuel and air resulting in maximum efficiency and minimum emissions.

    + Boiler operator must be physically capable of performing above-mentioned duties in some cases at extreme heights.

    + Perform any additional duties required by Management.

    + Interacts with others and performs work in a professional manner.

    Education and Requirements:

    + High school diploma or equivalent minimum; higher education and/or certifications preferred.

    + Must mechanically be inclined

    + Previous experience with heavy equipment operation

    + Ability to utilize equipment necessary for water analysis

    + Utilize and monitor a tachometer

    + Visually evaluate emissions.

    + Must be willing to work in 12-hour shifts; rotating days/nights and weekends/holidays and on call; as needed.

    + Must successfully pass pre-employment testing and background check if given a conditional job offer.

    Physical Demands:

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    + Position is associated with pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, reaching, stretching, and working in tight positions.

    + The employee is frequently required to lift 10 to 50 pounds and occasionally required to lift over 50 pounds, unassisted.

    + The employee is frequently required to carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally required to carry over 50 pounds, unassisted.

    + Inside Conditions: Extremes of heat (100+ seasonal), humidity, working in tight areas, and noise (from production machinery).

    + Must be able to work in an environment that is dusty, dirty, oily, noisy, hot, and humid.

     

    Hunt Forest Products offers a competitive salary, health insurance beginning day one, 401K retirement with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, disability insurance, and more.

     

    Hunt Forest Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), disability, religion, national origin, or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.