Boiler-Kiln Operator (Moyie Springs)

Position Summary

The Boiler/Kiln Operator maintains a wood fueled boiler to produce lumber with specified moisture content by kiln drying.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs
• Operate boiler by maintaining required pressure and steam flow
• Monitor fuel in silo and be able to keep it at certain levels
• Dry lumber of all sorts using computer to control kiln
• Operate forklift to load and unload kilns, change kilns, and dump hopper
• Monitor kilns throughout shift and make adjustments as needed
• Cover sawmill/planer drivers when necessary
• Help with new hire training and cross training of existing team members
• Perform consistent work at acceptable production levels
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Forklift Certification
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check
• Valid driver's license

Preferred:

• Previous boiler/kiln experience
• Boiler license

Physical Requirements

• Move safely, quickly, and perform duties with repetitious movement
• Sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull, maintain balance, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distances, and climb stairs
• Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, vibrations, and airborne particles (sawdust)

Pay

$26.83–$31.17 per hour, depending on experience. $2.00 per hour shift differential where applicable.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision after 30 days
• 401K with 5% company match

Additional Information

• The Boiler-Kiln Operator is a work-up step position. Work-up steps/Apprentice levels available.