Boiler Operator Mock Interview

36 Boiler Operator Interview Questions with 20+ User Answer Examples

1. 1.

   Tell me about your apprenticeship as a boiler operator. What was the most valuable thing you learned?

2. 2.

   Tell me about your post-secondary education. What was your most challenging course, and why?

3. 3.

   Describe a time when you made a suggestion to improve efficiency in the workplace.

   User-Submitted Answers

   1. Whenever I see an opportunity.
   2. I suggested making a night shift so that work can be done on a 24 hour work schudule.
   3. When I suggest that daily log book recording should be digital by imputing into computer for referral purposes .
   4. I came up with an idea to make our water sampling station more ergonomically friendly.

4. 4.

   Tell me three of your top abilities as a boiler operator.

   User-Submitted Answers

   1. I'm familiar with the boiler operation, I was trained to fix and install boiler. I am a good trouble shooter and a good operator.
   2. Ability to work with little supervision ability to communicate ability to work under pressure.

5. 5.

   How do you ensure efficiency with your time, on the job?

   User-Submitted Answers

   1. If everything goes as planned.

6. 6.

   What are you hoping to gain from this position that you are not receiving from your current employer?

7. 7.

   On a scale from 1-5 how do you rate your communication skills? Explain your rating.

8. 8.

   Why do you want a career as a boiler operator?

9. 9.

   Are you a good problem-solver?

   User-Submitted Answers

   1. When I suggest that daily log book recording should be digital by imputing into computer for referral purposes .
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   3. I believe I am a good problem solver. I will use strategies I have learnt to my capabilities to solve to the best of my ability if I am unsure I will endeavour to work through the problem, for example consult the policy and procedure or supervisor.

10. 10.

    What are your two favorite things about being a boiler operator?

    User-Submitted Answers

    1. It is pretty interesting.
    2. Because it has always be my area of interest.

11. 11.

    Give me a specific example of a time when you used good judgement and logic in solving a problem.

    User-Submitted Answers

    1. Fuel problem versus low water.
    2. When the boss wants to rebuilt a motor instead of buying a new one.

12. 12.

    Tell me about your post-secondary education. What was your best course?

13. 13.

    What are your long term career goals as a boiler operator?

    User-Submitted Answers

    1. I hope to be working for a company that I can count on to be stable and provides me with challenging opportunities so that I can continue to improve on my skills.
    2. Hopefully va stays open and working here.
    3. As an expertise and a guru in boiler operations.

14. 14.

    How would you describe your work style?

15. 15.

    Give two examples of how you demonstrate your willingness to work hard.

16. 16.

    If you could have changed anything about your previous job, what would you have done?

17. 17.

    What makes you the best boiler operator for our facility?

    User-Submitted Answers

    1. I'm a good worker, fast learner, easy to work with and I'm an experience boiler operator.

18. 18.

    By providing examples, convince me that you can adapt to a wide variety of people, situations and environments.

    User-Submitted Answers

    1. Swithching from oil to propane.

19. 19.

    What do you feel is an acceptable work attendance record?

    User-Submitted Answers

    1. Not being late, come to work 30 mins. Earlier than the schedule time of duty to have time to discuss the issue or the problem that needs to be fixed.
    2. I believe one or two sick days a year is acceptable.
    3. The general safety of the plant, myself and coworkers.

20. 20.

    Are you a detail oriented person?

21. 21.

    Do you have previous experience as a Boiler Operator?

22. 22.

    If you were the successful candidate, what is the first thing you would do to make an impact as our new boiler operator?

23. 23.

    Would you ever consider relocation?

24. 24.

    How do you keep your operations manager informed about what is being done in your work area?

25. 25.

    Tell me about a time when you built rapport with someone very quickly despite being under difficult work conditions.

26. 26.

    Tell me about a crisis you encountered, as a boiler operator, and how you handled it.

27. 27.

    How would others describe you?

28. 28.

    Have you ever had to juggle two or more projects at the same time?

29. 29.

    What are your short term career goals as a boiler operator?

30. 30.

    What was your favorite aspect of your most recent position?

31. 31.

    Do you possess strong math skills?

32. 32.

    Do you have a valid State license?

33. 33.

    In this position you will be responsible for working on low-pressure boilers and high-pressure boilers, power boilers, steam boilers and hot water heating systems. Which of these are you most experienced in? Least experienced in?

34. 34.

    Are you available to work evenings, weekends, and overtime as required?

35. 35.

    As a boiler operator you may need to crawl inside boilers during inspections. Are you able and willing to crawl into tight spaces?

36. 36.

    As a boiler operator, you will be on your feet for much of the day. Are you okay with being in a very physical role?