Boiler Operator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking a Boiler Operator to join our team.  This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located at Promontory Utah.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals.  Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible to monitor and operate day-to-day activities of several high-pressure steam boilers, hot water boilers, water pump stations, water towers, water storage tanks, plant water systems, plant compressed air systems, and building process / environmental monitoring.

• Performs daily logbook / check sheet entries, water/chemical samples of boilers, equipment and status checks.

• Perform minor maintenance repairs including preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on boilers, boiler ancillary systems and steam traps.

• Performs Housekeeping and 5S at all facilities maintained and monitored by powerhouse personnel, including restrooms, vehicles, and surrounding areas.

Basic Qualifications:

This position can be filled at either a level 3 or level 4.

Basic Qualifications for a level 3:

• High School diploma and 4 years of boiler operator work experience, or comparable mechanical maintenance experience.

• Must be a self-starter, with basic math and reading skills and good verbal and written communication.

• Physically able to work in an industrial environment, which includes climbing ladders and stairs, opening and closing valves, lifting up to 50 lbs., able to tolerate hot and cold environments to include working outside.

• Must be able to perform shift work, including weekends and holidays (support 24-7 operation), and work overtime as required.

• Knowledge and experience with maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of high-pressure steam systems, Boiler burner systems, compressed air systems, water pumps and basic mechanical knowledge.

• Ability to assist other crafts with maintenance repairs.

• General knowledge of industrial machines, mechanical / electronic devices, and basic computer skills.

Basic Qualifications for a level 4:

• High School diploma and 6 years of boiler operator work experience, or comparable mechanical maintenance experience.

• Must be a self-starter, with basic math and reading skills and good verbal and written communication.

• Physically able to work in an industrial environment, which includes climbing ladders and stairs, opening and closing valves, lifting up to 50 lbs., able to tolerate hot and cold environments to include working outside.

• Must be able to perform shift work, including weekends and holidays (support 24-7 operation), and work overtime as required.

• Knowledge and experience with maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of high-pressure steam systems, Boiler burner systems, compressed air systems, water pumps and basic mechanical knowledge.

• Ability to assist other crafts with maintenance repairs.

• General knowledge of industrial machines, mechanical / electronic devices, and basic computer skills.

Preferred Requirements:

• 12 months direct experience performing maintenance responsibilities including annual boiler tear downs and associated preventative maintenance tasks.

• 12 months direct experience performing minor maintenance tasks such as minor leak repairs, sight glass replacements, filter replacements, auto condensate drain repairs/replacement and adding oil to air compressors.

• Post-high school education in a maintenance craft.

Competencies for Success:

• Safety First attitude and personal work behavior.

• Actively engages in continuous improvement efforts of Maintenance activities and duties.

• Demonstrates initiative and ambition to become proficient in all job duties.

• Able to work to performance standards with little or no supervision

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401K

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health and Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Salary Range: $60,800.00 - $101,400.00Salary Range 2: $72,200.00 - $120,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.