Experienced Industrial Boiler Technician

Job Summary
The Industrial Boiler Technician is a highly skilled specialist responsible for the full lifecycle of industrial and commercial boiler systems—ranging from installation and commissioning to routine maintenance, complex repairs, and technical upgrades. A core focus of this role includes burner system installation, tuning, and service, as well as advanced knowledge of combustion, electrical systems, controls, and automation. This position supports mission-critical heating, steam and sterilization systems and requires a high level of technical expertise, professionalism, and independent judgment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, and service burners on steam and hot water boilers, including gas, oil, and dual-fuel systems.
• Perform combustion tuning and emissions testing using flue gas analyzers; adjust air-fuel ratios to meet efficiency and compliance standards.
• Commission newly installed boilers and burners, ensuring system integration and control compatibility.
• Diagnose burner ignition problems, flame failure issues, and control faults using multimeters, analyzers, and interface software.
• Install, wire, and program burner management systems (BMS) and flame safeguard controls such as Fireye, Honeywell, Siemens, and Autoflame.
• Replace burner components including nozzles, igniters, electrodes, gas valves, linkages, mod motors, actuators, and blowers.
• Read, interpret, and modify electrical wiring diagrams, combustion schematics, and gas piping layouts.
• Interface burner control systems with PLCs, VFDs, BAS/BMS, and SCADA platforms.
• Ensure all burner installations and repairs meet NFPA 85, ASME CSD-1, and local code requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to junior technicians on-site for burner installations and routine maintenance.
• Maintain clear and accurate service records, tuning logs, and compliance reports.

Core Responsibilities:

Boiler Systems (Installation & Service):

• Install, repair, and commission steam and hot water boilers, including firetube, water tube, and modular units.
• Perform hydrostatic tests, refractory repair, gasket sealing, and vessel cleaning.
• Conduct routine and emergency service calls involving pressure vessels, valves, feedwater systems, and controls.
• Perform annual boiler inspections and PMs in line with ASME and local code compliance.
• Interpret P&IDs, pressure control diagrams, and mechanical blueprints.
• Integrate boiler systems with building automation, feedwater systems, and economizers.

Burner Systems (Installation & Service):

• Install and set up gas, oil, and dual-fuel burners; align fuel trains, flue ducts, and draft systems.
• Calibrate and tune burners to maximize efficiency and meet emissions standards using combustion analyzers.
• Troubleshoot and repair ignition failures, flame signal loss, and fuel-air modulation issues.
• Install and wire burner management systems (BMS) including Fireye, Honeywell, Siemens, Autoflame, and Limpsfield.
• Replace burner components such as gas valves, actuators, linkages, mod motors, blowers, igniters, and sensors.
• Integrate burners with PLCs, VFDs, BAS, and safety interlock circuits

General Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate documentation of service work, including job reports, tuning sheets, and time logs.
• Maintain a clean, professional work environment at all times—on-site and in vehicles.
• Follow all applicable safety policies and regulatory requirements (OSHA, NFPA, ASME, local code).
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergency service requests.
• Participate in mandatory safety training classes and courses.
• Train and mentor junior technicians when needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or vocational training in mechanical or electrical fields preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of hands-on field experience with boiler and burner systems.
• Proven expertise in burner installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair (gas, oil, and dual-fuel).
• Solid understanding of air/fuel ratio principles and combustion system dynamics.
• Strong electrical skills including wiring, diagnostics, and familiarity with control voltages (24V to 480V).
• Experience with flame safeguard systems (Fireye, Honeywell, Siemens, etc.).
• Familiarity with ASME, NEC, NFPA 70/85, and applicable local/state boiler codes.
• Clean and valid driver’s license; ability to travel to job sites and work overtime or on-call as needed.
• Background checks and drug screening required upon hire as well as periodic screening.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in confined spaces, on ladders, rooftops, and in mechanical rooms.
• Tolerance for heat, noise, and industrial working conditions.
• Must be able to pass safety training including confined space, fall protection, and lockout/tagout procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Texas Boiler Operator or Installer License
• Electrical Journeyman or Master License (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with Cleaver-Brooks, Sellers, Hurst, Superior, Sellers, and Miura boilers
• Experience with major burner brands such as Power Flame, Weishaupt, Limpsfield, and Cleaver-Brooks
• PLC programming and control integration (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E certification
• Project leadership or mentoring experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person