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  • 13/06/2023

Steam Plant Operator (Peoria, IL, US)

It’s time to take charge of your future and begin your career at Liberty Steel & Wire!

Do you like working with your hands?
Do you like fixing things or taking them apart to see how they work?
Do you have an understanding of how a steam system and boilers work?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, a career path in our Steam Plant Operations may be a good fit for you.
We offer a team environment where you are provided the opportunity to create your own future. Established in 1889, we are proud to be one of the only steel and wire companies that is 100% American made.
We are looking for motivated individuals willing to train to become Steam Plant Operators within our Steel Works operations team. As a Steam Plant Operator, you will start and stop pumps, operate boilers and the steam system, and become a part of the Independent Steel Workers’ Alliance (ISWA) Union.
Required Qualifications Include:

Ability to pass drug screening (THC testing is included), physical, eye/hearing exam, and background check
High School diploma or GED
Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift; overtime as required
Weekend/Holiday availability (premium rates apply!)
Strong mechanical aptitude
Positive, team-oriented mentality
Understanding of how a steam system and boilers work

Additional Preferred Qualifications Include:

Experience in an industrial environment
Passionate learner
Motivation to take on challenges
Work experience around boilers
Some knowledge of chemistry

Base starting pay = $18.39/hour.
If you meet minimum requirements, you will be contacted to come sit for a basic Steam Plant Operator test consisting of 40 multiple-choice, true/false, and matching questions related to generalized Steam Plant knowledge and vocabulary.
If you require accommodations, please contact a member of our HR team for assistance. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse workforce in which all social groups are represented. Women and veterans are encouraged to apply.
With the help of our skillful teams throughout the country, we produce the best quality steel in the industry. End your year with the potential to start a career, not just land another job.
Join us, and become part of the legacy.