Cushman Boiler Technician

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Cushman Boiler Guard (2026)

Requirements 

The Boiler Guard is responsible for  monitoring, reporting, and record keeping for state and federal regulations and per company policies.  This includes audits, inspections, and documentation of boiler and chiller operations. The boiler guard is responsible for providing expedient service to the facility’s equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and quality performance. They are responsible for ensuring the security of the visitors and associates of the Cushman Plant. This position is located at the Cushman Plant in Williamston, SC, and reports to the Engineering Services Manager.

Essential Functions 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• The position is responsible for the following key equipment: boilers and chillers. 
• Maintain building conditions for the boiler and refrigeration room. 
• This position requires knowledge of general building maintenance (minor mechanical and electrical repairs) heat pump units, booster pumps, lift pumps, fire systems, power failure recovery, natural gas systems, steam and condensate systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment 
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required equipment service. 
• Assist other associates to perform work as required.
• Inform appropriate management and maintenance associates of potential mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved .

• Conduct periodic monitoring and patrol of auxiliary facilities on scheduled shift.
• Serve as a guard to patrol the Cushman Plant during planned and unplanned shutdowns.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental policies.
• Associate may also be trained to work in other auxiliary areas at Cushman. 
• Job will require associate to work in high paced work environment.

Competencies 

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems 
• Able to use hand tools and power tools 
• Able to work well and communicate with others to assist with repairs and troubleshooting 
• Able to interact with people of varying backgrounds and communicate effectively in person and over the phone

Work Environment 

This job operates across the entire plant to some degree and includes a boiler house. The boiler house is an isolated work area.  There is only one boiler guard per shift.  This role routinely uses hand tools, power tools, and powered industrial equipment.

Physical Demands 

This position requires the ability to lift and move objects of 50 pounds and be capable of using motorized equipment (fork trucks, tuggers, etc). The position requires frequent walking, climbing stairs, and using ladders.  

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time position. The position is made of 10-hour shifts on a rotating schedule (6a-4p, 6p-4a).

During full plant shutdowns, at minimum 6 days throughout a year, the position is on 12-hour rotating shifts (6a-6p, 6p-6a).

Being on call is a requirement of this position.  

Travel 

No travel is expected for this position.  

Preferred Education and Experience 

Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or equivalent experience in a mechanical or electrical related field 

Knowledge of boiler and steam systems operation

Additional Eligibility Qualifications 

None required for this position. 

Work Authorization/Security Clearance  

N/A  

AA/Disability/Vet/EEO 

Other Duties 

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.