Boiler/Kiln Operator - Bemidji, Mn

Operate boiler systems to achieve safe and environmentally sound steam production to meet plant heat and drying needs.  Operate kilns to maximize lumber grade quality, ALS certification standards, and meet mill production needs.

The hourly rate of pay for this position is $39.0784.

Key Activities/Tasks:

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  Apply lumber drying concepts and work with boiler/kiln and mill teams to improve drying results and meet quality goals.

  
  
  
  
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    Monitoring and communicating with forklift, planer, and coordinators on drying issues and results.

    
    
  
  
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    Utilize kiln control systems to consistently achieve drying goals and improve results.

    
    
  
  
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    Enter results in various spreadsheets and monitor drying results and trends against goals.

    
    
  
  
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    Troubleshoot kiln and boiler operating problems.

    
    
  
  
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    Comply with best practices as specified in the Improve ® system for achieving kiln excellence.

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Enter all in-process lumber inventory daily and at month end into the kiln report.

  
  


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  Manually clean grates and cycle and dump ash as necessary.

  
  


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  Maintain auxiliary backup equipment.

  
  


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  Do preventive maintenance and work on related equipment daily and weekly.  Utilize Maintenance Management System (AX) and write work orders as needed.

  
  


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  Monitor, record, and respond to boiler operations relative to MPCA operating permits, and operating and maintenance plans for pollution prevention.

  
  


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  Operate forklift and front-end loader to load kilns, clean ash, and load fuel.

  
  


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  Maintain good housekeeping habits.

  
  


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  Monitor fuel storage bin.

  
  


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  Inspect all fire protection systems; follow procedures as outlined on the Boiler Fire System Checklist.

  
  


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  Learn proper usage of all chemicals including appropriate PPE requirements and what to do in case of a spill or emergency.

  
  


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  Learn and have a basic understanding of the fire suppression system.

  
  


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  Maintain 5S/Total Productive Maintenance standards.

  
  


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  Assist in planning and executing semi-annual shutdowns.

  
  

Requirements:

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  MUST POSSESS a Minnesota Class 1B boiler operator license or above.

  
  


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  Ability to work independently and solely make important operating decisions directly affecting product quality and boiler operations.

  
  


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  Ability to learn and apply lumber drying concepts.

  
  


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  Ability to operate equipment safely including various types of mobile equipment (i.e. forklift, front-end loader).

  
  


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  Strong mechanical aptitude.

  
  

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  Basic knowledge of electrical systems and components.

  
  


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  Ability to coordinate, prioritize, and control multiple tasks.

  
  


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  Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.

  
  


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  Capable of working in a boiler/sawmill environment with exposure to heat, noise, moving equipment, dust, and various weather conditions (heat, humidity, snow, and extreme cold).

  
  


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  Capable of climbing stairs and ladders, bending on a regular basis; lifting of up to 60 pounds occasionally.

  
  


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  Must be responsible, dependable, and very safety conscious.

  
  

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and disability insurance, paid time off, and additional voluntary benefits.

PotlatchDeltic is an EEO/Veteran/Disabled Employer.