Weekend Boiler Watchman

Weekend Boiler Watchman

About the Position

We are seeking dependable individuals to monitor and feed the boiler that supplies heat to our lumber-drying kilns. This position helps keep our drying operation running safely and consistently throughout the weekend. The ideal candidate is attentive, safety-minded, and comfortable working independently. Reliable attendance and the ability to respond promptly to equipment concerns are essential.

Schedule: Friday through Sunday, 12-hour shifts, 36 scheduled hours per week.

Openings: One day-shift position and one night-shift position.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor boiler operation, fuel supply, gauges, water levels, and alarms.
• Feed fuel into the boiler system and keep fuel feeding consistently.
• Perform routine checks of the boiler, kiln system, and related equipment.
• Record operating readings and communicate concerns to maintenance or management.
• Follow established procedures when responding to alarms or abnormal conditions.
• Perform routine cleanup and remove ash as directed.
• Keep the work area clean and free of hazards.
• Communicate equipment status and outstanding concerns during shift changes.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout when applicable.

Qualifications:

• Dependable attendance and availability every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
• Ability to remain alert and attentive throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to follow instructions, complete logs, and recognize unusual equipment conditions.
• Comfortable working independently and communicating with the team.
• Ability to perform duties that involve walking, standing, stairs, bending, and working around heat, dust, and noise, with reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to operate forklifts, ability to operate loader/skid steer to load dust.
• Perform PMs on machinery throughout the facility.

• Previous boiler, kiln, sawmill, manufacturing, or equipment experience preferred.

Pay & Benefits:

• Competitive Hourly Pay - $16-18 per hour.
• Full Time Hours
• Full Plan of Benefits