Boiler Operator 1

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent.

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

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We are seeking a qualified Boiler Operator 1 for our operations in Whitmire, SC. This role will operate automatically fired boilers to generate steam that supplies heat or power for building or industrial processes by performing the following duties:
 

***$2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS* Available

Principal Responsibilities: 

• Maintains temperatures.
• Observes and notates meters/gauges.
• Dry wood to required specification.
• Drill sample cores from charges for moisture content.
• Operate mobile equipment to ensure boiler feed stock levels are maintained.
• Maintain clean working area.
• Participates and contributes to company safety program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Boiler Operator 2 will be trained for the qualifications and proficiency of a Boiler Operator 1.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualifications:    

• Education: High school diploma or GED 
• Experience:  Three to six months related experience and/or training 
• License/Certification: NA 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to deal with problems involving variable in standardized situations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral or diagram form. 

Employee Benefits: 

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
• Comprehensive total benefits package
• Several company-paid benefits including:
  
  • Dental and Vision coverage
  • Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities 
• Ability to purchase Company stock 

Click to apply and start the process to join the Stella-Jones team! 

Sign-on bonus* details:

• $1,250 paid on payroll following thirty days of employment. Employee must be in good standing.
• $1,250 paid on payroll following six months of employment. Employee must be in good standing.
• Minimum of 12 months of employment or prorated repayment is required.
• Rehires do not qualify for sign-on bonus.
• The offering of a sign-on bonus will be reviewed periodically and may be discontinued at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled