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Plumbing & Heating Technician

Company: Keystoker

Location: Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday (Occasional overtime/on-call as needed)

About Keystoker

For over 70 years, Keystoker has been a trusted leader in manufacturing high-efficiency anthracite coal stoves, furnaces, and boilers right here in Schuylkill County. We pride ourselves on superior craftsmanship, dependable American-made products, and dedicated service to our regional customers and dealer network.

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable, skilled Plumbing & Heating Technician to join our team in Schuylkill Haven, PA. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and maintaining residential and commercial hydronic heating systems, boilers, furnaces, and associated plumbing equipment.

Whether working on field service calls, customer installations, or assisting with factory testing and technical support, you will serve as a key technical hands-on expert for our heating products.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation & Servicing: Install, maintain, and repair hot water boilers, steam boilers, warm air furnaces, and stoker heating systems (coal/oil/gas).
• Plumbing Maintenance: Pipe fitting, valve replacement, circulator pump installation, expansion tank setup, and hydronic loop wiring/piping.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and plumbing issues on heating controls, motors, feed systems, blowers, and thermostats.
• Customer & Dealer Support: Provide clear, professional technical assistance and guidance to customers, home heating contractors, and dealers.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to local plumbing and building codes, EPA safety guidelines, and company procedures.
• Documentation: Keep accurate records of service calls, parts inventory, work orders, and safety inspections.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in residential or commercial plumbing and hydronic/forced-air heating system service and installation.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of hydronic heating systems, piping layouts, low-voltage control circuits, wiring schematics, and combustion principles.
• License/Certification: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record required. Journeyman Plumbing/Heating license or EPA certification is a strong plus.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs, work in confined spaces (basements, utility closets), stand for extended periods, and comfortably use ladders and hand/power tools.
• Soft Skills: Professional customer service attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with anthracite coal stoker equipment, automatic coal boilers/furnaces, or multi-fuel heating systems.
• Trade school degree or apprenticeship completion in HVAC, Plumbing, or Heating Technology.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Based on experience ($20.00 – $24.00+ / hour)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, and dental insurance options
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching
• Paid Leave: Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Work Environment: Steady year-round work with a established, family-oriented local manufacturer
• Tools & Gear: Company vehicle provided for field service calls, plus ongoing product training
• Training: Paid training and continued Career Opportunities

Welcome to Keystoker
Quality Materials, Workmanship and Service Only The Sun Does It Better!
Over 70 Years experience in producing anthracite coal heating equipment to provide an economical solution to high cost of today’s energy.