BOEING Hiring for Power Plant Operator (Seattle) at Seattle, WA Full Time

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The Boeing Facilities and Asset Management (F&AM) team is seeking a Power Plant Operator to support our Seattle, WA site.

The Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators control and maintain one to four boilers, and may control stationary engines, or other mechanical equipment to provide utilities for buildings or for industrial and manufacturing purposes. The Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators typically do the following: Operate boilers, and may operate engines and boiler associated auxiliary equipment. Industrial plants often have additional facilities to provide electrical power, steam, or other services.

The role may control and maintain these systems, which include boilers, pumps, compressors, and may also include air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, turbines, and generators. Stationary engineers and boiler operators start up, regulate, repair, and shut down equipment. You will monitor meters, gauges, and computerized controls to ensure that equipment operates safely and within established limits. You will use sophisticated electrical and electronic test equipment when servicing, troubleshooting, repairing, and monitoring heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

You will also regularly perform routine maintenance. You may do a complete overhaul or replace defective valves, gaskets, or bearings. In addition, stationary engineers and boiler operators lubricate moving parts, replace filters, and remove soot and corrosion that can make a boiler less efficient. Most large office buildings, malls, warehouses, and other commercial facilities have extensive heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems that maintain comfortable temperatures all year long.

Position Responsibilities:

• Read gauges, meters, and charts to track boiler operations

• Monitor boiler water, chemical, and fuel levels

• Activate valves to change the amount of water, air, and fuel in boilers

• Fire coal furnaces or feed boilers, using gas feeds or oil pumps Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure that it is operating efficiently

• Check safety devices and perform environmental checks routinely

• Record data and keep logs of operation, maintenance, and safety activity

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Seattle, WA.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience with Boiler Operations

• Valid state driver’s license

• City of Seattle Steam Engineer’s License Grade 1

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience repairing and maintaining high pressure steam boilers and air compressors

• High school graduate or GED

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

This posting supports positions for multiple shifts.

Union:

This is an hourly position governed by the IUOE 302 Collective Bargaining agreement.

Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $53.31per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.