Experienced Boiler Controls Technician

Job Summary

The Industrial Boiler Controls 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

Pay commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

Work Location: In person