Internship Control Room Operator Jobs in Florida

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assistant Boiler Operator is responsible for the efficient operation of the steam generation plant by assisting the Boiler Operator in controlling the operations of the Boiler station and by closely monitoring boilers and associated plant, undertaking duties which will ensure that the plant is both safe and reliable and maintain good housekeeping in the boiler area. During repair season the assistant boiler operator assist mechanics in the maintenance, and repairs of boilers

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES: N/A

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Inspection on proper fuel burning on boiler furnace.
• Operation of Boiler Soot blowers.
• Check Rounds on proper operation of bagasse conveyors.
• Check for proper operation on bagasse feeders.
• Keep clean and proper operation of boiler grates.
• Register operation records in report sheets approved.
• Assist in boiler light up and shut down.
• Monitor and check all boiler station auxiliary equipment including bagasse handling system; troubleshoot malfunctions, pumps, valves, gauges, burners, and other components of boilers.
• Providing mechanical assistance – repair and maintenance – to the Boiler Room operation, including, but not limited to general repair, and maintenance of all Boiler Room equipment – boilers, bagasse equipment (conveyors, payloader, etc.) and other related equipment.
• As well, and importantly, should have good knowledge and skill set of the maintenance and operation of the scrubbers and flush system.
• Relieve the Water attendant/Control Room Operator as needed.
• Assist in boiler light up and shut down.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and performs all work per established safety procedures.
• Performs other related projects and assignments as business dictates.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must have intermediate mechanical aptitude.
• Able to safely operate a forklift, use various hand and power tools, drill press, measuring tape and level.
• Effective communication skills are required and must understand mechanical systems as well as the ability to read schematics and diagrams.
• Must have basic computer skills and intermediate welding and cutting skills.
• Bilingual and Biliterate – English and Spanish, preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED (or equivalent experience), mechanically inclined with intermediate level skills with one (1) year of previous boiler assistance or maintenance experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular attendance is required during your scheduled shift.
• Must be able to work in hot, cold, wet, humid, dusty, and foggy working conditions depending on weather.
• Must be able to work in all positions (bending, climbing steps, kneeling, reaching, and crawling) and be able to continuously lift from 25 to 50 pounds.

FIRST-CLASS BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Health, dental, vision
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Employee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)
• 401(k) program with highly competitive match
• Tuition reimbursement

COMPANY VISION:

SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others that are equally as passionate.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org. 

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.