State of Washington Abolished Job Specification

• BOILER OPERATOR
• Class Code: 602O
• Category: MAINTENANCE TRADES & LABOR
• Salary Range: 40G
• Abolished Effective: 08-14-2009

Definition

Perform maintenance and fueling of high-pressure steam boilers and related plant equipment.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Positions in this class perform routine operation, maintenance and cleaning of power plant equipment under supervision.

Typical Work

Fires boilers with natural gas, coal, or oil as selected by operating engineers;

Inspects water level gauges on boilers;

Changes recording charts and takes fuel and steam readings;

Assists in disassembling and repairing boilers and power plant equipment for cleaning and replacement of working parts;

Cleans and oils firing equipment;

Inspects fuel consumption; changes adjustment on fuel burners for best efficiency;

Performs related duties as required.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification.  It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Desirable Qualifications

One year of experience in firing high-pressure boilers or equivalent training and all necessary applicable city/municipal licensing.

Class Specification History

Class Specification History
New class adopted January 3, 1973.
Revise class.  Revises title; adopted October 12, 1973.
Revise class.  Revises minimum qualifications; adopted July 2, 1990.
Revise class.  Revises class code (formerly 5330), general revision; adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.