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Boiler Operator Job Interview Questions and Answers

1 :: Do you have any questions for us, then plz ask?

Your job with them will be to play a role leading from the front. Ask them about what all opportunities will you get with this job. Also ask them about what safety measures the company take does for an employer such as insurances, medical expenses, etc. incase if there is a hazard in the power plant.

2 :: Explain the abilities you have in order to work with us as a Boiler Operator?

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.

3 :: Explain how important is safety to you?

Safety in this profession is very important for every worker working inside the plant. A small mistake can lead to a big hazard and hence every minor chance of a mistake should be taken seriously.

4 :: Explain what is the difference between an induced draft and forced draft?

Forced draft installed to force the air inside the plant while the induced draft fetches and pulls the air inside the air.

5 :: The object of producing draught in a boiler is
A. to provide an adequate supply of air for the fuel combustion
B. to exhaust the gases of combustion from the combustion chamber
C. to discharge the gases of combustion to the atmosphere through the chimney
D. all of the above

D. all of the above

6 :: Tell me what do you feel is an acceptable work attendance record?

Safety driven and self directed, I can and do work with minimal supervision and always put my plant and co- workers safety above all else.

7 :: Tell me where do you see yourself in 5 years as Boiler Operator?

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.

8 :: Tell me do you remember you steam tables?

Say yes only if you are confident enough with them, they will surely ask you some cross questions on this topic.

9 :: Explain how independently can you work with the power plant?

Tell that you have proper knowledge about using the power plant and you can also fix almost majority of the technical issues related to it which helps you work independently inside the power plant.

10 :: When the speed of the crankshaft is between 100 r.p.m. and 250 r.p.m., the engine said to be a
A. slow speed engine
B. medium speed steam engine
C. high speed steam engine
D. none of these

B. medium speed steam engine

11 :: Explain when will the ENGINE FAIL message appear on the PFD?

If actual thrust is less than commanded thrust during takeoff with airspeed between 65kts and V1-6kts. FCOM 1 70.20.16

12 :: Do you know what is lock out tag out?

It is a procedure that is used for the protection of the workers and the equipments during the maintenance or repair of the power plant.

13 :: Explain a time when you made a suggestion to improve the work in your organization?

I came up with an idea to make our water sampling station more ergonomically friendly.

14 :: Which of the following statement is correct for a compound steam engine?
A. The cost of the engine, for the same power and economy, is more than that of a simple steam engine.
B. The forces in the working parts are increased as the forces are distributed over more parts.
C. The ratio of expansion is reduced, thus reducing the length of stroke.
D. The temperature range per cylinder is increased, with corresponding increase in condensation

C. The ratio of expansion is reduced, thus reducing the length of stroke.

15 :: Tell me are you a good problem-solver?

Please share your experience.

16 :: Explain why is a block of coal crushed into powder before burn?

A block of coal takes a lot of time to burn and give out the energy, but the powdered coal burns uniformly faster and since it is in its powdered form the entire coal burns and there is no waste of coal which leads in achieving greater calorific value.

17 :: Tell me which rotor vibration is most likely to cause tactile vibration?

N1. FCOM 1 70.2016

18 :: The function of a connecting rod is not to convert reciprocating motion of the piston into rotary motion.
A. True
B. False

B. False

19 :: Tell me are you a detail oriented person?

Please share your answers.

20 :: La-mont boiler, is a high pressure water tube steam boiler working on forced circulation.
A. Agree
B. Disagree

A. Agree

21 :: Give us a specific example of a time when you used good judgement and logic in solving a problem?

When the boss wants to rebuilt a motor instead of buying a new one.

22 :: Do you know and can you comment why some cooling towers are 300 feet tall and others are like 30x30 cubicle on top of a building?

It depends on the type of plant and the application the tower has to deal with it.

23 :: Loeffler boiler is a water tube boiler using a forced circulation of water.
A. True
B. False

A. True

24 :: Explain and convince me that you can adapt to a wide variety of people, situations and environments?

Swithching from oil to propane.

25 :: In water tube boilers
A. water passes through the tubes which are surrounded by flames and hot gases
B. the flames and hot gases pass through the tubes which are surrounded by water
C. forced circulation takes place
D. none of these

A. water passes through the tubes which are surrounded by flames and hot gases