Combustion & Controls

Description:

The Boiler Service Technician III is responsible for servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial and industrial boilers, burners, and associated systems. This role demands both technical expertise and a strong commitment to safety and customer satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and service light commercial to large industrial watertube and firetube boilers.
• Perform combustion setup, analysis, and adjustments on burners ranging from 0.5 to 30 million BTU/HR.
• Diagnose and repair industrial burners and combustion systems.
• Conduct internal and external inspections of boilers and associated control systems.
• Replace and repair gaskets, valves, and various boiler components.
• Evaluate steam and hydronic systems to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Work with boiler support equipment including deaerators, feedwater systems, economizers, and blowdown systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as thermocouples, loop controllers, transmitters, and other process controls.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested.

Relocation assistance is offered to eligible candidates located outside the region.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years’ experience servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial and industrial boilers, burners, and associated systems.
• A valid driver’s license is required with a clean record. Must be insurable with no major infractions. Job will require travel.
• Must pass pre-employment background and an initial and subsequent random drug screening tests.
• Self-motivated individual who works independently, as well as in a team atmosphere.
• Good customer service skills are mandatory
• Present a positive professional image with customers.
• Must be able to operate independently and communicate efficiently and effectively with both customers and management.
• Detail-oriented in completing work orders, all required forms, summaries, and checklists.
• Must have strong language skills as well as industry specific vocabulary.
• Basic mathematics, algebra, and formula knowledge are required.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Tier 3 Advanced Application and Programming:

• Technician understands programming and configuring basic standalone burner controls (e.g., Fireye, Honeywell RM/7800).
• Technician understands replacing and calibrating sensors and transmitters (temperature, pressure, flow).
• Technician understands advanced combustion analysis, including tuning for various fuel types.
• Technician understands replacing and aligning centrifugal or end-suction pumps, including shaft seal and bearing service.
• Technician understands wiring and programming boiler lead/lag systems and staging controls.
• Technician understands electrical troubleshooting using multimeters, amp clamps, and loop calibrators.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and climb frequently.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Able to push/pull heavy equipment and maneuver tubing and materials.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated areas.
• Working with hot steam, liquids, tight spaces, and other conditions depending on customer site(s).
• Must pass a physical (fit test), hearing and eye exam.

Required Education:

• Completed High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of technical school, community college or trade school.
• Computer knowledge a plus.