Gary Stokosa

Experienced Boiler Operator with over 10 years of industrial experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting high-pressure boiler systems and auxiliary equipment. Strong knowledge of boiler safety procedures, water treatment, preventive maintenance, environmental compliance, and system efficiency. Proven ability to monitor complex plant operations, maintain accurate operating records, coordinate with maintenance teams and third-party contractors, and ensure reliable, safe, and efficient plant performance.

High Pressure Boiler Operator at Cleveland Cliffs (2003-10 – 2025-08)

• Operated and maintained two Babcock & Wilcox water tube boilers and all associated auxiliary equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Operated and maintained three zeolite water softeners while performing daily water chemistry testing on feedwater and condensate return systems.
• Operated and monitored four induced draft (ID) fans and controlled plant emissions through the electrostatic precipitator.
• Performed boiler and electrostatic precipitator startup, shutdown, and outage procedures, including draining, cleaning, and refilling two deaerator (DA) tanks.

High Pressure Boiler Operator at Immaculate Heart of Mary Powerhouse (1999-12 – 2003-08)

• Operated and maintained two Zurn two-drum bent-tube high-pressure boilers with a combined capacity of 30,000 pounds of steam per hour, ensuring safe and efficient steam production.
• Operated and maintained air compressors and air dryers to provide reliable, compressed air for facility equipment and processes.
• Conducted routine water chemistry testing to monitor boiler water quality and maintain proper chemical treatment levels.
• Performed daily inspections of powerhouse equipment, identifying potential issues and reporting maintenance needs to prevent equipment failures.

Grocery Receiver/Hi-lo Driver at Meijer Inc. (1988-09 – 2006-09)

• Received, inspected, and unloaded grocery shipments, ensuring accurate inventory counts and timely product processing.
• Operated electric and propane-powered forklifts (hi-lo) to safely transport, stage, and organize merchandise throughout the facility and receiving areas.
• Utilized warehouse management and inventory computer systems to process shipments, maintain accurate records, and track inventory movement.
• Maintained forklift certification and consistently followed safe material handling practices to prevent product damage and workplace accidents.

– Henry Ford Community College

High School Diploma – St. Alphonsus