Bring your skills into the future with a career in industrial utilities and critical manufacturing operations

360 Talent Avenue has partnered with a leading industrial food manufacturing facility to hire a Boiler Operator – Utility Operations in Bakersfield,CA. This is a direct-hire, permanent position with our client, supporting a 24/7 production environment.

Schedule:
12-hour day shifts (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday

The Boiler Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of industrial utility systems, ensuring continuous support for manufacturing operations.

• Operate and monitor high-pressure industrial boiler systems to maintain continuous steam production
• Perform boiler startups, shutdowns, load changes, and emergency response procedures
• Monitor combustion efficiency, fuel usage, oxygen levels, steam pressure, and temperature
• Manage feedwater, condensate, deaerators, and boiler chemical treatment programs
• Conduct routine water chemistry testing, blowdown operations, and chemical feed adjustments
• Operate and optimize compressed air systems, including compressors, dryers, and dew point control
• Operate and maintain cooling tower systems, circulation pumps, and cooling water chemistry
• Monitor systems through SCADA and automated control platforms, responding to alarms and abnormal conditions
• Complete hourly inspections, logs, and shift turnover documentation
• Support water treatment and wastewater operations through cross-training and backup coverage
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs
• Maintain compliance with ASME Boiler Code, state regulations, and facility safety standards
• Follow all safety programs including lockout/tagout, confined space, and PPE requirements
  

• 2–3+ years of experience in boiler operations, power plant operations, or industrial utilities
• Required certifications within 1 year of employment: California Boiler Operator License, California Water Distribution Operator Certification – D1, California Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification – Grade I
• Experience operating high-pressure steam boilers in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Experience with compressed air systems, cooling towers, and water treatment
• Familiarity with SCADA, automated control systems, and utility monitoring platforms
• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to work independently on 12-hour shifts in a 24/7 facility

Why you’ll love working here:

• Benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, paid time off, and a 401K matching retirement program
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Ready to make an impact?
Submit your resume today to 360 Talent Avenue for immediate consideration. We’re excited to connect you with this outstanding opportunity in industrial utility operations!

360 Talent Avenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran, status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.