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.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs.
• Operate boiler by maintaining required pressure and steam flow.
• Maintain fuel levels in silo.
• Dry lumber using computerized kiln control.
• Operate forklift for loading/unloading kilns, changing kilns, and dumping hoppers.
• Monitor kilns 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.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test, pre-employment physical, and background check.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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).

Pre-employment Requirements

• Criminal background check.
• Drug and substance test.
• Reference check.
• Prior work verification.
• Driving history (MVR).
• Education verification.
• Aptitude/skills testing.
• Credit checks.

Why Join Ifg

Ifg - Idaho Forest Group

Idaho Forest Group employees are the engine that drives our company’s culture and success. We value the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and identities that team members bring to the job and recognize that it is often these experiences that fuel innovation. We are committed to building a workplace where diversity of thought, life experience, and family history are welcomed. We recognize and highly value America’s veterans and especially believe the talents and ingenuity acquired through military service can help our company grow and thrive.

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law. If you are an individual with disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 208-762-6630 and/or hr@ifg.co