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3M

Assistant Boiler Operator

Maplewood, MN · On-site

$43.59/hr

Job Title Assistant Boiler Operator Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing ... Incumbent must possess and maintain a current State of Minnesota Second Class A Engineers License

3M

Assistant Boiler Operator

Maplewood, MN · On-site

$43.59/hr

Job Title Assistant Boiler Operator Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing ... Incumbent must possess and maintain a current State of Minnesota Second Class A Engineers License

Archer Daniels Midland

Boiler Operator - 2nd Class C Boiler's License - Mankato, MN This is a full-time, hourly position ... Benefits Start First Day * Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance * Health and ...

Mayo Clinic

Boiler Engineer

Mankato, MN

$34.47 - $38.02/hr

As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees ... Current Class 1B Minnesota Boiler License required. Licensure & Certification: Minnesota Boiler ...

Mayo Clinic

Boiler Engineer

Mankato, MN · On-site

Current Class 1B Minnesota Boiler License required. Licensure & Certification: Minnesota Boiler ... As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees ...

Sprung Services, Inc.

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Facility Maintenance Mechanic - Alexandria, MN

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$36 - $38/hr

Help develop and maintain standard operating procedures and equipment maintenance history. Support ... Qualifications Minnesota 1st Class Boiler License required. Ability to work a rotating 12-hour ...

North Freeze Dry LLC

Maintenance Tech

Little Falls, MN · On-site

$31 - $36/hr

Our ideal candidate possesses a 2nd Class Grade B Boiler Operator License. However, Special ... your first day and Paid Personal Days. * 7 Company Paid Holidays. Work Environment & Physical ...

Mercy

Energy Center Operator III - Evenings

Anoka, MN · On-site

Mercy OKC Hospital requires Class II Boiler Operator's License administered by Oklahoma City where boilers are installed. Incumbents must have license. New hires must obtain licensure within 1 year ...

Mercy

Energy Center Operator I - FT, Days

Anoka, MN · On-site

Incumbents must have required licensure prior to advancing to Energy Center Operator II Mercy OKC Hospital requires Class II Boiler Operator's License administered by Oklahoma City where boilers are ...

Essentia Health

Maintenance Engineer II

Virginia, MN

$27.25 - $35.62/hr

... or C, 1st class license or chief A, B or C boiler operator's license license) or higher (such as 1st class license or chief A, B or C license) within 18 months of hire or transfer. Must meet the ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for first class boiler operator in Minnesota is $28.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $32.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a first class boiler operator?

A First Class Boiler Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting high-capacity steam boilers in industrial facilities. They ensure boilers are running efficiently, monitor pressure and temperature levels, and perform routine safety checks. Their role includes adhering to safety regulations, conducting preventive maintenance, and responding to system malfunctions. This position requires specialized training and a First Class Boiler Operator license, demonstrating expertise in handling high-pressure boilers.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a first class boiler operator?

As a First Class Boiler Operator, your typical day involves monitoring and adjusting boiler controls, performing routine inspections, and troubleshooting any operational issues to maintain optimal performance. You'll also be responsible for recording operational data, conducting water quality tests, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. The role often requires collaboration with maintenance staff, engineers, and facility managers to address repairs and coordinate preventive maintenance. Being proactive with system monitoring and quick to respond to alarms or irregularities is crucial to prevent downtime and ensure facility safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a first class boiler operator?

A First Class Boiler Operator must possess strong mechanical aptitude, in-depth knowledge of boiler operations, and a valid First Class Boiler Operator license, often supported by several years of hands-on experience. Familiarity with control systems, safety protocols, water treatment equipment, and computerized diagnostic tools is usually required. Attention to detail, sharp problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with maintenance teams are valuable soft skills for this role. These skills are vital to ensure safe, efficient operation and maintenance of boilers in compliance with strict regulatory standards.

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Infographic showing various First Class Boiler Operator job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,731 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Boiler Operator / Technician

Michael Foods Inc.

Chaska, MN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Michael Foods rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

198th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Business Unit Overview
Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in Food.
Location Description
Michael foods, Inc. located in Chaska, Minnesota is known as the "best small town in Minnesota" with a highly rated school system and home of the PGA Tournament in 2018! As our community grows, we strive to preserve the small town atmosphere. Minutes away from beautiful lakes, major highways, shopping malls and the Twin Cities, it is the perfect location to work!. Our location produces a variety of potato products. For over 100 years, the Michael Foods family of businesses has leveraged quality ingredients and innovative processes to offer the finest products and solutions to our customers and to food-loving consumers.
Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Boiler Chief, the Boiler Operator is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of boiler/refrigeration equipment and systems, and for coordinating the activities of the Department's personnel as required.
Schedule: 6pm-6am 2-2-3 schedule. This role is for a night position. .
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Perform all responsibilities in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures, practices, and safety rules as well as appropriate industry and regulatory guidelines, rules, and regulations.
  2. Responsible for responding to chemical (including ammonia) leaks/spills; will be on the plant Emergency Response Team.
  3. Communicate with the equipment manufacturers/vendors on any problems and follow-up on getting the right parts needed to correct the problems.
  4. Must work with various refrigerants, chemicals, solvents, paints, fuels and lubricants.
  5. Ensures that each system is operated in a safe manner and that all components of the system are in compliance with OSHA and other agencies.
  6. Comply to and monitor operation for compliance with all 14 elements of the "Process Safety Management Program".
  7. Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance plans and work orders using SAP.
  8. Operate and maintain all engine room and other equipment including ammonia refrigeration, boilers, pumps, compressors, condensers, and electrical systems. Help develop and follow established standard operating procedures for safety, health, environment, and production.
  9. Performs routine boiler water analysis and maintenance as required.
  10. Demonstrates ability to manipulate valves, pumps, and various auxiliary machinery.
  11. Operate facility fire monitoring system.
  12. Read and understand equipment and system drawings.
  13. Maintains, adjusts, and repairs utility systems and facility support equipment controls in assigned areas of responsibility.
  14. Monitor and maintain plant steam production, ammonia refrigeration system, and the plant compressed air system.
  15. Document all maintenance and inspection activity in accordance with Northern Star Co. Mechanical Integrity Program.
  16. Adhere to safe work practices, complete monthly safety audits/observations, follow GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained.
  17. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
  18. Responsible for initiatives in the following areas: Lean Manufacturing, Cost Reduction and Mechanical Downtime reduction.
  19. Assists in the coordination of activities in the Department.
  20. Requires active participation in Emergency Response Team.
  21. Consult with Management on issues on boiler / refrigeration equipment and systems
  22. Lend knowledge and ideas to the solution of problems involving the plant, boiler, and steam system.
  23. Train new hires and existing employees as needed.
  24. Adhere to GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained.
  25. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
  26. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
  27. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
EXPERIENCE:
Three years strong industrial utility systems maintenance background in a manufacturing environment (food processing plant preferred). Experience in electrical, welding and pneumatics helpful.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
In order to promote a manufacturing environment that is safe and efficient for both personnel and food, the ability to effectively communicate in basic English (both verbal and written) is required. This includes the ability to speak, read and comprehend safety instructions, rules and warnings for self and others in both normal and emergency situations.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups, customers/vendors or employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS:
Examples of licenses, certificates, and registrations required:
  1. Minnesota Boiler Class 1B or above is REQUIRED.
  2. Boiler, HVAC, and HAZMAT training REQUIRED.
  3. Electrical license (preferred).
  4. 2 year degree in Electrical/HVAC Ammonia and/or Building Maintenance (preferred).
  5. Ability to become HAZWOPER certified.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  1. Ability to Read, Write and Speak English.
  2. Working knowledge of SAP functions preferred.
  3. Forklift Experience preferred.
  4. Microsoft Office skills strongly preferred.
The pay range for this position is $34.68 to $43.86 per hour.

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About Michael Foods

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While our Michael Foods name has only been around since 1987, our true origins date all the way back to 1908 on a small family farm in New England. Over the past century, our capabilities have grown into innovative food offerings that reduce food safety risk, naturally extended shelf life and simplify food preparation and processing for foodservice kitchens and food manufacturers alike. Today, Michael Foods is a multi-billion-dollar supplier of foodservice, food ingredient and retail offerings that specializes in value-added eggs, and refrigerated potatoes. What’s our secret recipe? Great people, make real great food. Not only in our farms, facilities and offices across the country, but in the communities where we live and work. Explore more about who we are and how we strive to be First in Food for you by clicking below.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minnetonka, MN, US

Year founded

1908

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