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YOU ARE… an influencer, critical thinker, and collaborator to your stakeholders. You are passionate about safety, developing people, and your background in [wood sciences, wood products, manufacturing, etc.] is a powerful combination. You understand the importance of maximizing operational excellence, while continuing to maintain our company’s reputation.
WE ARE…a safety first, safety always-focused team with a culture that fosters inclusion and empowers everyone to have a voice. We understand the goals and have the knowledge, skills and training to effectively perform our jobs. Success is the responsibility of the collective team, and our Core Values and People Principles guide our business decisions and how we operate every day.
Weyerhaeuser is searching for Powerhouse Assistant Engineers (Assistant Boiler Operators) to join our new TimberStrand facility in Monticello, AR. This is a full-time, hourly position that reports to the Heat/Energy Supervisor.
The Powerhouse Assistant Engineer is a licensed Arkansas boiler operator who serves as the primary field presence for the Powerhouse on shift. This position is responsible for the safe, environmentally compliant, and reliable operation of the Powerhouse systems and equipment, as detailed below.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all site safety requirements.
- Properly execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hot work permit, confined space, and other applicable safety procedures.
- Keep your Arkansas High Pressure Boiler Operator License current and in good standing.
- Safely, reliably, and efficiently operate Powerhouse systems and equipment, including:
- Fluidized bed boiler
- Wet and dry fuel-feed systems
- Gas burners
- Boiler water treatment systems
- Treated-water systems for the boiler and vat heaters
- Heat exchangers
- Air compressors and compressed air systems
- Bark and dust-handling systems
- Baghouse
- Urea injection system
- Environmental stack-monitoring equipment
- Fire water system
- Learn and qualify on the safe operation of the Siemens turbine generator.
- Monitor equipment performance and operating conditions.
- Maintain boiler water chemistry within established operating limits.
- Perform routine equipment blowdowns and operational rounds.
- Support boiler startup, shutdown, commissioning, and operational activities.
- Support mill uptime through effective communication and coordination with Operations.
- Perform Operator Driven Reliability (ODR) inspections, equipment walkdowns, and condition monitoring activities.
- Enter SAP notifications for equipment deficiencies and reliability concerns.
- Work closely with maintenance personnel during repairs and maintenance activities.
- Provide day-to-day work direction and mentoring to Utility Operators.
- Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration across all plant departments.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Hold a valid Arkansas high-pressure boiler operator license (required).
- Have a minimum of one year of experience operating a high-pressure boiler.
- Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and environmental compliance.
- Ability to learn and safely operate Powerhouse equipment and systems.
- Ability to learn Siemens Steam Turbine Generator operations.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn boiler water chemistry requirements.
- Ability to perform structured troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Ability to complete ODR inspections and reliability tasks.
- Ability to effectively communicate with Operations, Maintenance, and leadership teams.
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
- Ability to maintain accurate documentation and operating records.
- Ability to lead by example and mentor less experienced team members.
- Ability to fill in for the Shift Engineer as needed.
Working Requirements:
- Work a rotating 12-hour schedule that includes both day and night shifts.
- Work safely in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive operating environment.
- Work in hot, noisy, dusty, and non-climate-controlled conditions.
- Climb stairs and ladders throughout the Powerhouse, including climbing up to six stories as required.
- Walk, stand, bend, reach, and perform other essential movements required to inspect and operate equipment.
- Assist with the safe removal of bark and fuel-system jams as required.
- Use an air hose and other approved equipment to complete required blowdowns and cleaning activities.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment.
Compensation: We are targeting an hourly range of $30.00 to $35.00, based on your skills, qualifications, and experience. This role is also eligible for our annual gainshare program. All hourly non-production and hourly production employees are eligible for overtime pay for work in excess of forty (40) hours in any one (1) work week.
Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation: Vacation time is available on the 91st day of employment. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours.
About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
Education
Required- High School or Equivalent (GED) or better
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
YOU ARE… an influencer, critical thinker, and collaborator to your stakeholders. You are passionate about safety, developing people, and your background in [wood sciences, wood products, manufacturing, etc.] is a powerful combination. You understand the importance of maximizing operational excellence, while continuing to maintain our company’s reputation.
WE ARE…a safety first, safety always-focused team with a culture that fosters inclusion and empowers everyone to have a voice. We understand the goals and have the knowledge, skills and training to effectively perform our jobs. Success is the responsibility of the collective team, and our Core Values and People Principles guide our business decisions and how we operate every day.
Weyerhaeuser is searching for Powerhouse Assistant Engineers (Assistant Boiler Operators) to join our new TimberStrand facility in Monticello, AR. This is a full-time, hourly position that reports to the Heat/Energy Supervisor.
The Powerhouse Assistant Engineer is a licensed Arkansas boiler operator who serves as the primary field presence for the Powerhouse on shift. This position is responsible for the safe, environmentally compliant, and reliable operation of the Powerhouse systems and equipment, as detailed below.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all site safety requirements.
- Properly execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hot work permit, confined space, and other applicable safety procedures.
- Keep your Arkansas High Pressure Boiler Operator License current and in good standing.
- Safely, reliably, and efficiently operate Powerhouse systems and equipment, including:
- Fluidized bed boiler
- Wet and dry fuel-feed systems
- Gas burners
- Boiler water treatment systems
- Treated-water systems for the boiler and vat heaters
- Heat exchangers
- Air compressors and compressed air systems
- Bark and dust-handling systems
- Baghouse
- Urea injection system
- Environmental stack-monitoring equipment
- Fire water system
- Learn and qualify on the safe operation of the Siemens turbine generator.
- Monitor equipment performance and operating conditions.
- Maintain boiler water chemistry within established operating limits.
- Perform routine equipment blowdowns and operational rounds.
- Support boiler startup, shutdown, commissioning, and operational activities.
- Support mill uptime through effective communication and coordination with Operations.
- Perform Operator Driven Reliability (ODR) inspections, equipment walkdowns, and condition monitoring activities.
- Enter SAP notifications for equipment deficiencies and reliability concerns.
- Work closely with maintenance personnel during repairs and maintenance activities.
- Provide day-to-day work direction and mentoring to Utility Operators.
- Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration across all plant departments.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Hold a valid Arkansas high-pressure boiler operator license (required).
- Have a minimum of one year of experience operating a high-pressure boiler.
- Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and environmental compliance.
- Ability to learn and safely operate Powerhouse equipment and systems.
- Ability to learn Siemens Steam Turbine Generator operations.
- Knowledge of or ability to learn boiler water chemistry requirements.
- Ability to perform structured troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Ability to complete ODR inspections and reliability tasks.
- Ability to effectively communicate with Operations, Maintenance, and leadership teams.
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness.
- Ability to maintain accurate documentation and operating records.
- Ability to lead by example and mentor less experienced team members.
- Ability to fill in for the Shift Engineer as needed.
Working Requirements:
- Work a rotating 12-hour schedule that includes both day and night shifts.
- Work safely in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive operating environment.
- Work in hot, noisy, dusty, and non-climate-controlled conditions.
- Climb stairs and ladders throughout the Powerhouse, including climbing up to six stories as required.
- Walk, stand, bend, reach, and perform other essential movements required to inspect and operate equipment.
- Assist with the safe removal of bark and fuel-system jams as required.
- Use an air hose and other approved equipment to complete required blowdowns and cleaning activities.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment.
Compensation: We are targeting an hourly range of $30.00 to $35.00, based on your skills, qualifications, and experience. This role is also eligible for our annual gainshare program. All hourly non-production and hourly production employees are eligible for overtime pay for work in excess of forty (40) hours in any one (1) work week.
Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.
Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.
Paid Time Off or Vacation: Vacation time is available on the 91st day of employment. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours.
About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
Education
Required- High School or Equivalent (GED) or better
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant operator jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with one or more years of manufacturing or industrial experience
- Ability to operate and monitor production equipment safely and according to standard operating procedures
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and willingness to maintain a safe work environment
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in variable conditions
- Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and report equipment malfunctions
- Availability for rotating shifts including nights, weekends, or on-call scheduling as required
Tips for Your Assistant Operator Job Search
Tailor your resume to equipment types
List the specific machinery, control systems, or production lines you've operated by name. Hiring managers for assistant operator roles scan resumes for equipment familiarity first, so generic language like 'operated machinery' won't get you far.
Highlight certifications on your application
If you hold a forklift license, OSHA 10 or 30 card, or any process-specific certification, put it near the top of your resume. Many assistant operator postings list these as minimum requirements, and missing them will push your application down the stack.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your shift experience
Many assistant operator roles require rotating shifts, nights, or weekend availability. If you've worked non-standard schedules before, call that out explicitly in your application so employers don't screen you out assuming you're unavailable.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many employers put assistant operator candidates through a practical test before or during the interview, asking you to demonstrate safe equipment startup, shutdown, or basic troubleshooting. Brush up on the specific processes listed in the job description before you go in.
Negotiate based on shift differential and overtime
Base pay is only part of your total compensation as an assistant operator. Ask specifically about shift differential rates, overtime frequency, and whether the role regularly offers additional hours, since these can add substantially to your actual take-home.
Assistant Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant operators?
Halliburton, BD, and GCC are hiring the most assistant operators right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to be highest at large-scale manufacturers, utilities, and food and beverage producers with continuous production schedules.
How many assistant operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of assistant operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. The small share of remote-eligible positions tends to be in process monitoring, control room operations, or coordination roles where physical presence on the floor is not required every shift.
How do you become an assistant operator?
Most assistant operators start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then apply for entry-level production, line, or plant positions that offer on-the-job training. From there you build equipment-specific knowledge, earn relevant safety certifications like OSHA 10, and demonstrate reliable performance before moving into a formal assistant operator role.
Can you get hired as an assistant operator with little or no experience?
Yes, many employers hire for assistant operator roles with no prior industrial experience as long as you can show mechanical aptitude and a strong safety record. Applying to companies that advertise paid training programs, highlighting any hands-on work from trade school or vocational courses, and being upfront about your shift availability all improve your chances when your resume is light on direct experience.
What does the assistant operator interview process look like?
Most assistant operator interviews start with a phone or video screen focused on your availability, work history, and familiarity with safety procedures. An in-person interview typically follows, often including a plant floor tour and a practical skills or safety knowledge assessment. Some employers also conduct a background check and drug screen before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to assistant operator jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience, location, and availability, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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