Assistant Boiler Operator Jobs in Spring, TX (NOW HIRING)

This position is responsible for the preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and safe operation of production and facility equipment, including boiler and utility systems. This position supports equipment reliability, plant safety, and operational efficiency within a fast-paced industrial environment. The role is hands-on and works closely with operations, safety, and outside vendors to ensure equipment uptime, regulatory compliance, and a clean, well-maintained facility.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime
• Operate, monitor, inspect, and maintain boiler systems in compliance with Texas boiler regulations and company safety standards
• Ensure boiler certifications, inspections, and maintenance schedules are current and properly documented
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems
• Maintain and repair industrial equipment including conveyors, motors, pumps, valves, and plumbing systems
• Troubleshoot electrical systems including PLCs, 480V equipment, and control panels
• Utilize company-provided Preventive Maintenance (PM) software to document work orders, inspections, and repairs
• Inspect, operate, and maintain steam, heating, cooling, and water treatment systems throughout the facility
• Support facility cleanliness, organization, and general building maintenance to protect company assets
• Follow and enforce all safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, PPE requirements, and exposure control procedures
• Assist with coordination of chemical inventory and proper titration in partnership with chemical vendors (e.g., Ecolab)
• Communicate equipment issues, parts needs, and repair recommendations to Maintenance Leadership
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with company requirements
• Participate in scheduled shutdowns, emergency repairs, and on-call coverage as required
• Complete all required maintenance documentation in accordance with company guidelines
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Valid Texas Boiler Operator or Boiler License (as applicable)

• 3-7 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or commercial facility
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Boiler operations and steam systems
• Electrical systems including PLCs and 480V equipment
• Mechanical systems, conveyors, motors, and pumps
• Plumbing, steam, and water treatment systems
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and maintaining accurate maintenance records
• Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and safe handling procedures
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, rotating shifts, and on-call schedules as needed
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Basic computer literacy (CMMS/PM system, email, and documentation)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Complete all necessary documentation as described under company guidelines
• Must comply with all company safety rules and policies
• Additional duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the commercial laundry services industry
• Bilingual - English/Spanish
• Experience working in high-speed or continuous-process manufacturing environments

Physical Requirements

This position requires constant walking throughout the service center, carrying of tools and equipment of up to 75 pounds on occasion.

• Constant walking, standing stooping to access and repair, diagnose and work on various machinery and equipment.
• Frequent transporting of objects and materials or equipment weighting up to 50 lbs through buildings and plant facilities to setup equipment, perform installations, etc.
• Frequent operation of hand and power tools to make repairs to equipment and machinery.
• Frequent twisting and bending of the neck and at the waist, kneeling crawling to access equipment to maintain, inspect and repair machinery and equipment.
• Frequent work at heights such as ladders or scaffolding and accessing roof
• Frequent ability to perform work in small tight areas such as permit required confined spaces
• Ability to frequently wear required personal protective equipment that can include facemask, respirators, earplugs, gloves, protective safety eyewear, etc.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Required to wear and use personal protective equipment as required by job task based on hazard assessment.
• Ability to hear for safety and awareness of surroundings.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands for the entire shift.

Work Environment

Production areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, which includes working with and around large machinery, variations in temperature (non-air-conditioned work area), noise, humidity, odors, biological hazards and other hazards. Frequent exposure to hazards including confined spaces, chemicals, steam under pressure, climbing, working in positions above and under equipment and throughout/outside of the facility.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: Salaried

Shift: 1st Shift

EEO Statement

Employees of Division Laundry and Cleaning, Inc. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Employees of Division Laundry and Cleaning, Inc. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Division Laundry and Cleaning, Inc. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.