Boiler/Kiln Lift/Loader Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Swift Lumber, Inc. is seeking an individual to fill the position of Boiler/Kiln Lift/Loader operator . This person will need to be team oriented, be able to operate the boilers and kilns in an efficient and safe manner. This position is day or night shift. Applicant must be able to work either shift

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Equipment operation such as large forklift, front end loader, man lift, skid steer will be required.

• Reading Instruments and Gauges maintaining fuel piles cleaning grates maintaining appropriate documentation of boiler log,
• General maintenance tracking.
• In a downtime situation, you must be able to use your skills to analyze cause of breakdown with equipment. Then you will determine and carry out maintenance or repair actions required to return the equipment to effective operating conditions.
• All workers at Swift Lumber, Inc. must follow and adhere to safety lockout procedures and strictly adhere to plant safety rules as well as follow excellent housekeeping practices to help maintain a clean work environment.
• You must be able to work independently as well as in a group, good communication is always essential. Applicant must be a motivated self-starting individual with a good work ethic and flexible schedule.

Occasional lifting of Lumber is required. Equipment operating such as forklift, front end loader, man lift, skid steer will be required.

Applicant must be able to communicate across departments and with other operators and supervisors about kiln schedules and quality and with millwrights regarding maintenance needs.