Boiler Inspector Jobs in Minneapolis, MN (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a results-driven, innovative, and solutions-oriented Maintenance & Boiler Operator to join our team. The Maintenance & Boiler Operator is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing production equipment, facility systems, and boiler operations to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This position plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting preventative maintenance programs, and maintaining the overall reliability of equipment and utilities throughout the facility. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong mechanical aptitude and experience operating and maintaining industrial boiler systems in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions, Key objectives, and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment, facility systems, and utilities.

• Adhere to all Health, Safety, and GMP requirements while promoting safe work practices throughout the facility.

• Operate, monitor, inspect, and maintain boiler systems to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation.

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems to minimize downtime.

• Monitor boiler water chemistry, safety controls, and operating conditions to ensure regulatory compliance and system efficiency.

• Maintain accurate boiler logs, maintenance records, inspections, and compliance documentation.

• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and performance.

• Install, modify, repair, and upgrade manufacturing and facility equipment as needed.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical specifications.

• Support production operations through equipment setup, changeovers, and troubleshooting assistance.

• Utilize hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and maintenance diagnostic tools safely and effectively.

• Maintain work orders and maintenance activities within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Safety teams to support continuous improvement, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Competencies:

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.

• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, and boiler systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals, and equipment drawings.

• Knowledge of preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices.

• Problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions.

• Communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.

• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.

• Advanced fabrication skills including MIG/TIG welding.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Minnesota Boiler Operator License required.

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial boiler systems required.

• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems required.

• Technical school, trade school certification, or equivalent maintenance training preferred.

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) preferred.

• Experience in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.