Job Title
ITI Boiler Attendant / Boiler Operator – Water Tube Gas Boiler
Job Purpose
Operate and maintain the water tube gas-fired boiler safely to ensure continuous steam supply as per production requirement, with proper safety checks and logbook records.
Key Responsibilities
Start, operate, monitor, and shut down the water tube gas boiler as per SOP.
Maintain required steam pressure, temperature, and water level continuously.
Monitor and control:
Gas burner operation, flame stability, burner sequence
Feed water pump, deaerator (if any), steam line valves
Boiler drum level, pressure gauges, temperature readings
Ensure safety systems are working:
Low water level cut-off, pressure controls, alarms, interlocks
Safety valve condition and testing as per schedule
Perform routine checks for leakage, abnormal noise, pressure fluctuations, overheating.
Do boiler blowdown (as per schedule) and ensure safe disposal.
Maintain feed water quality and support chemical dosing / water softener operation:
Check hardness/TDS/pH (as applicable) and record results
Coordinate with production team for steam demand and load changes.
Assist in preventive maintenance and breakdown handling with the maintenance team.
Maintain boiler area cleanliness and follow 5S.
Keep daily records:
Boiler logbook (pressure, temperature, water level, run hours)
Gas consumption (if tracked), blowdown log, water test log
Maintenance checklist and incident/near-miss reporting
Safety & Compliance
Follow all safety rules, PPE, and emergency shutdown procedure.
Do not run boiler if any critical safety device/interlock is not functioning.
Support inspection/audit readiness and keep records updated.
Qualification
ITI (Boiler attendant)
Boiler operation certificate (if applicable as per local rules) preferred
Experience
0–3 years preferred (freshers can be considered as trainee)
Skills Required
Knowledge of water tube boiler operation basics
Gas burner & safety interlock understanding
Basic mechanical + electrical awareness (pumps, valves, panels)
Strong discipline in logbook and safety practices