Boiler Operator - Utility Operations

360 Talent Avenue•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

360 Talent Avenue has partnered with a leading industrial food manufacturing facility to hire a Boiler Operator – Utility Operations in Bakersfield,CA. This is a direct-hire, permanent position with our client, supporting a 24/7 production environment. Schedule: 12-hour day shifts (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM) Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday The Boiler Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of industrial utility systems, ensuring continuous support for manufacturing operations.

Requirements

2–3+ years of experience in boiler operations, power plant operations, or industrial utilities
Required certifications within 1 year of employment: California Boiler Operator License, California Water Distribution Operator Certification – D1, California Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification – Grade I
Experience operating high-pressure steam boilers in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Experience with compressed air systems, cooling towers, and water treatment
Familiarity with SCADA, automated control systems, and utility monitoring platforms
High School diploma or GED
Ability to work independently on 12-hour shifts in a 24/7 facility

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor high-pressure industrial boiler systems to maintain continuous steam production
Perform boiler startups, shutdowns, load changes, and emergency response procedures
Monitor combustion efficiency, fuel usage, oxygen levels, steam pressure, and temperature
Manage feedwater, condensate, deaerators, and boiler chemical treatment programs
Conduct routine water chemistry testing, blowdown operations, and chemical feed adjustments
Operate and optimize compressed air systems, including compressors, dryers, and dew point control
Operate and maintain cooling tower systems, circulation pumps, and cooling water chemistry
Monitor systems through SCADA and automated control platforms, responding to alarms and abnormal conditions
Complete hourly inspections, logs, and shift turnover documentation
Support water treatment and wastewater operations through cross-training and backup coverage
Perform minor maintenance tasks and coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs
Maintain compliance with ASME Boiler Code, state regulations, and facility safety standards
Follow all safety programs including lockout/tagout, confined space, and PPE requirements