Boiler Operator

Location:

Lima, OH, United States
Date Posted:
Nov 24, 2025
Category:
Skilled Trades/Mechanics/Technicians

Requisition

Career Level:

Junior
Remote Work Options:
On-Site
Clearance Type:
None

Must be a Journeyman with a 4-Year State-approved apprenticeship or 8 years of documented experience in the Trade

Ability to work any shift including Swing Shift

Job Description

This UAW-represented position is responsible for the operation of high-pressure boilers and related powerhouse equipment under the supervision of a licensed steam engineer or powerhouse equipment under the supervision of a licensed steam engineer or Powerhouse Supervisor (Team Advisor).

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Read dials, gauges, and meters, such as feed-water meter, and make appropriate adjustments to maintain proper powerhouse operation.
• Responsible for the operation of boiler feed pumps, hot wall pumps, service pumps, etc.
• Perform minor repairs to equipment in the employee’s charge and advise engineer of other repairs which may be necessary.

Position Requirements:

• Must have and be able to maintain a State of Ohio 3 rd Class Stationary Steam Engineer’s license; or, have a current State of Ohio High Pressure Boiler Operators license and successfully obtain a State of Ohio 3 rd Class Stationary Steam Engineer license and maintain said license.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain unescorted facility access via the vetting process as administered by the Department of Army Police.
• Must be willing and able to work any and all shifts as required.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime as required.

Working Conditions & Environment:

• Climb stairs and ladders.
• Work in and around dust, fumes, oils, mists and in areas with a high noise volume.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Work in inclement weather.
• Work in extreme heat and cold.
• Wearing all personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing, including but not limited to a respirator, is mandatory.
• Bending, kneeling, stooping and crawling.
• Potential for walking and standing on uneven surfaces.
• May be assigned to work any shift.

Work overtime as required.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems (“GDLS”) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

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