Perdue AgriBusiness is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. An international agricultural products and services company, we handle agricultural commodities and have a diverse portfolio of products and businesses.

Summary

Perdue AgriBusiness has an exciting opportunity for a Boiler Operator at our facility located in Salisbury, MD .

This position is responsible for performing assigned boiler duties within scope of classification to include equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, emergency breakdown, and equipment failure.

Working hours are 6pm-6am

This position has a target wage of $29.20 - $43.80 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on boiler equipment

• Diagnose failures to boiler equipment and make repairs

• Rebuild boiler equipment

• Maintain records and logs as required

• Compile and complete paperwork relative to include but not limited to work orders, timecards and job cards

• Perform all work within safety guidelines established by local, state, and federal agencies as well as company policies

• Perform assigned tasks as assigned

Minimum Education

• High School or equivalent preferred

• Advanced technical training preferred

• Maryland State Stationary Engineer Level 1 License

Experience Requirements

• Professional Boiler operator experience 5+ years

• Boiler Operator Certification (Maryland Stationary Engineer Level 1 License)

• Valid driver's license

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Able to move freely throughout the Agribusiness facility

• Walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, working with arms above shoulder level

• Climbing vertical heights (0-180')

• carrying tools and equipment (0-50 pounds)

• Exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit)

• Humidity, (0-100%)

• Noise (50db to 100db)

• Must be able to wear protective equipment to include self-contained breathing apparatus

• May be required to travel to remote AgriBusiness facilities

Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.