Job Description

Hunt Forest Products in Pollock, LA is seeking an experienced Boiler Operator. This full-time position is just the start to a vast and long-term career in wood manufacturing. Hunt Forest Products offers many benefits and promotional opportunities. We seek those who demonstrate a strong work ethic, positive attitude, safety mindset, attention to detail, strong attendance and continued development of skill sets. This position is only for previous or current boiler operators with a safe work record. This is not a boilermaker position.

Interested candidates should upload an up-to-date resume that accurately demonstrates previous work history and valid skill sets. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for personal and team safety throughout the shift.

• Eliminate unsafe conditions and report same to supervisor.

• Proficient in operating wood and gas boilers, be 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 building.

• 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 supervisors.

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

• Follow all company safety rules and PPE use.

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

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 and Safety Requirements: (This is a safety sensitive position)

• Ability to work in an industrial environment that includes heat, cold, noise and strong smell of pine.

• Safely operate assigned tools and equipment.

• Safely maneuver around moving machinery, uneven ground, steps, ladders and stairs.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.

• Adherence to consistent hydration schedule.

• Ability to lift, push, pull and have exposure to various weights of veneer, plywood, landscape timbers, bark and sawdust.

• Ability to lift over shoulder/head height

• Ability to stoop, walk, stand, push, pull, bend, kneel, climb as to demonstrate a range of motion needed to complete assigned work during 12-hour shifts.

• Must be able to hear, read and see directions; instructions and/or signals.

• Clearly communicate safety issues and concerns as they appear.

EOE/M/F/V/D

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance

• Vision insurance

• Dental insurance

• Sign-on bonus

• Company paid life insurance

• Voluntary life insurance

• Employee Referral program

• Tuition reimbursement

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Employee assistance program

• Weekly pay

• Additional benefits

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

• Night Shift (Required)

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift,

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