Plants Boiler Operator Apprentice

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Kodiak Support Services (KSS) is seeking a Plants Boiler Operator Apprentice at the U.S. Coast Guard Base in Kodiak, Alaska.
The Plants Boiler Operator Apprentice is a multi-year, multi-position training opportunity intended to combine on-the-job-training and on-line course work that will allow a semi-skilled worker to become a licensed journeyman Boiler Operator. All requirements will be specified in the Qualification Card. Card is available for review for interested candidates. This position carries with it a 2 year probationary period to ensure that the candidate is serious about completing the apprenticeship..
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:
During the initial phase the Apprentice will work under the direction of a Journeyman Boiler Operator while doing work at the Central Heating Plant and Bldg 614 and portable boilers as a Laborer, he will be learning the operations and systems of the Boiler Plants, and when repairs are required will work with a mechanic, to take advantage of the time to troubleshoot the items with the Apprentice providing knowledge of troubleshooting and correction and repairs. During the First 6 months, the Apprentice will be expected to:
Successfully pass the State of Alaska Department of Mechanical inspections Boiler Class 4.
Complete the initial portion of the Qualification Card which will qualify the Apprentice for advancement to Helper Wages.
During first year, the Apprentice will be expected to study Boiler Operations and Steam systems, and receive knowledge check-outs by Boiler Operators. Also the candidate will be expected to study for the State of Alaska Boiler class 3 Operator licensing Exams.
Once the hours are met per the State of Alaska requirements for Boiler Class 3, the Apprentice will be expected to:
Have achieved the hours necessary to apply for, take and successfully pass the Boiler Class 3 Operators Licensing Exam.
Have successfully completed a High Pressure Power Engineering course in Steam Generation.
At the completion of these requirements, this will qualify the Apprentice for the next pay increase of $1.80 per compensable hour for “Call-out pay”. All requirements must be completed in the phase prior to the pay increase.
The Apprentice will continue work under the supervision of a Journeyman Operator and be paid at the above rates until the completion of:
2 years of apprenticeship program.
Passing of the State of Alaska Boiler Class 2 Operator licensing Exams.
Recommendation of the Boiler Lead and the Journeyman Operators
Upon completion of these above requirements the Apprenticeship phase will be complete and the Apprentice will be promoted to a journeyman Boiler Operator. The Wage rate will be Current Union Scale IAW the CBA for a Boiler Operator. That wage rate is currently $34.88.
The Schooling associated with this Apprenticeship Program will be reimbursed by the company following successful completion of Each Course. When a Course is successfully completed, the certificate and the receipt for that course will be submitted to the company for reimbursement.
Job Description includes, but not limited to:
This position will train the Apprentice to: Operate a steam generation plant containing 4 oil-fired 800 horsepower boilers producing 80 psi. steam on a 24 hour per day- 365 day per year basis. Duty includes twelve hour work shifts at the plant on a rotating basis (days and nights) approximately 40 hrs weekly. Also operate remote boilers of approximately 50 and 150 horsepower one a semi-routine nature. The boiler tender must be able to tend one or more boilers to produce steam to be supplied to a steam utility to heat and supply hot water to a variety of military facilities. Tasks include, but are not limited to, firing and shutting down boilers; observing and interpreting readings on gauges, meters, and charts relating to various aspects of steam plant operation; assisting in the fueling of the plant; and, performing rounds to monitor the operation of the plant. The boiler tender must be able to make adjustments to controls to: meet changing demands for steam; insure safety; and, to maximize fuel efficiency. Other tasks include maintaining and trending log(s) to record data pertinent to plant and equipment operations and performing operational maintenance including cleaning, lubrication inspection, and performance of minor repairs of the plant and associated equipment. The boiler tender analyzes chemistry of makeup, condensate return, and boiler water and treats the water with chemicals based upon the results of the analysis.
The Central Heating Plant (CHP) serves as a dispatch and communication center for KSS for periods outside of normal operating hours and on holidays and weekends. Collateral duties include making contact with on-call crews, providing welfare checks, checking out keys to KSS personnel, assisting with confined space entry logs, burn permits, and also assists with communications and dispatch during off-hour emergencies
NON - ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements :
Required (Minimum) Qualifications:
High School Completion or GED Equivalent.
HAZWOPPER certification desired
Valid Alaska Driver’s License
Must be able to clearly communicate (orally and written) in the English language
Must pass a pre-employment urinalysis & background check
Must have good documentation and organizational skills
Must be able to respond to calls for work outside of normal working hours
Must be able to clearly communicate by radio
Must be able to pass background check,
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (minimum qualifications):
Demonstrated mechanical ability and a willingness to complete the program.
Operators at Boiler Plants are required to work with high energy Steam systems, and as such need to be constantly aware of plant conditions and situations that could cause harm to themselves or to the equipment.
Must meet the requirements of an annual physical that will include pulmonary function testing and will require the occasional use of a respirator.
Should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook programs. Should be ready to learn PLC based controls. Good computer skills
This is a represented position.
Application for this position must be filled out electronically on a web-site to be named upon notification of interest.
Preferred:
Previous experience in the field
State of Alaska Painters Card (Recommended but not required)
Mechanical repair experience and mechanical aptitude highly recommended
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent squatting standing or kneeling position with frequent opportunity to move about. Sitting is less that 10% of the day.The apprentice must be able to lift up to 55# at times with constant lifting of parts and tools at up to 20#.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Job is performed in an outside setting with exposure sewage, chemicals and related products
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS
As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain a secret security clearance.
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Offer Relocation :
No
# of Openings :
1
% of Travel Required :
None
Job Code :
812

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