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Who We Are and What We Do
Farmer Focus's mission is to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to consistently producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is rooted in servant leadership, and we live by our Farmer Focus CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship.
Boiler Operator Job Description
Job Details
Job Title: Boiler Operator
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Head of Maintenance
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: On Plant / Assigned Location(s)
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Shift / Schedule: Full-time
Travel Requirements: Less than 10%
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Overview / Purpose and Scope
The Boiler Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting boilers, steam systems, and related equipment to support safe and efficient plant operations. This role helps ensure boilers and steam systems operate at appropriate pressure and temperature levels while following safety regulations, preventive maintenance schedules, operational procedures, and company standards.
The Boiler Operator plays an important role in supporting production needs, equipment reliability, energy efficiency, safety compliance, and overall plant performance in a manufacturing and poultry production environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boilers, steam generators, steam systems, and related equipment.

• Maintain optimal pressure, temperature, and operating levels to support production and plant operations.

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs to help prevent equipment failures.

• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, operational, or system issues.

• Coordinate repairs or additional maintenance support when needed.

• Record and analyze boiler readings, adjusting controls as needed to maintain safe and efficient operation.

• Maintain accurate logs, reports, records, and documentation related to boiler operations.

• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and operational procedures.

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

• Support safe work practices and report hazards, equipment concerns, or abnormal operating conditions.

• Assist with energy conservation initiatives, system improvements, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Use appropriate tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment when performing assigned duties.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation
Compensation Range: $33.00 - $40.00 an hour
Additional Compensation: Potential to earn additional incentive-based compensation.
The posted compensation range for this role should reflect the minimum and maximum amount Farmer Focus in good faith expects to pay at the time of posting, based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, market data, and the budgeted amount available for the position.
Benefits: Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members' health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, HSA and FSA, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.
All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.
Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience in boiler operation, boiler maintenance, utilities, or a related industrial environment.

• Knowledge of boiler systems, steam systems, mechanical systems, safety standards, and preventive maintenance procedures.

• Ability to operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain boilers, steam generators, and related equipment.

• Ability to record and interpret boiler readings and make appropriate adjustments to support safe and efficient operation.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to follow safety, environmental, regulatory, and operational requirements.

• Ability to maintain accurate logs, reports, and documentation.

• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing for long periods, climbing ladders, and lifting heavy objects.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing and poultry production environment.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification or training in boiler operations.

• State or local boiler operator license, if required.

• Prior experience in a food processing, poultry processing, manufacturing, or production environment.

• Experience supporting energy conservation initiatives, system improvements, or preventive maintenance programs.

• Familiarity with maintenance documentation, work orders, and plant safety programs.

New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel
Work is conducted primarily in a manufacturing and poultry production environment. This role requires access to boiler areas, utility areas, maintenance areas, and the poultry production environment. The team member must be able to tolerate varying heat, wet, and chill conditions within the plant. Hearing and eye protective equipment are required in the production area. Hair and beard nets are required in the production area. Additional personal protective equipment may be required based on task, location, and safety requirements. This position may require standing for long periods, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, lifting heavy objects, working near machinery, and working around boilers, steam systems, mechanical equipment, and production operations.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position does not have an application deadline. Farmer Focus will recruit until the role is filled.
Recruiter and Agency Disclaimer
Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted by staffing agencies, recruiters, or search firms to any Farmer Focus employee without a current written agreement and an active, role-specific request from the Recruiting team will be considered the property of Farmer Focus. Farmer Focus will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume or candidate profile.
All external recruiters and agency partners supporting Farmer Focus searches must comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including compensation transparency requirements and restrictions on seeking salary history where applicable.
About Farmer Focus
Farmer Focus exists to promote and protect generational family farms by shifting farm-level decision-making and chicken ownership back to farmers and empowering them to farm the way they know is best. We are committed to producing 100% organic and humanely raised chicken that is better for people, the planet, and animals. Our culture is grounded in servant leadership and guided by our CARES values: Community, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. Our top priorities are people, safety, and quality. At Farmer Focus, our vision is to disrupt the status quo by creating bold opportunities for people who demand more and deserve better.
EOE, including disability/vets
Farmer Focus is committed to the principles of equal employment and to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is inclusive and equitable, free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation based upon an individual's age, race (including traits historically associated with race, which includes hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity, or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), military status (including status as a uniformed servicemember, a veteran, or dependent of a servicemember), or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. Farmer Focus is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.