Boiler Technician

Perform routine maintenance and complex repairs on controls systems for large, commercial HVAC boilers (gas-fired hot water boilers, gas-fired steam boilers, and electric-fired steam boilers), steam boiler experience is a plus not mandatory. and on related equipment. Understand equipment and process flow and effectively troubleshoot problems to ensure everything is working properly, efficiently, and affordably.

Southland Industries is a signatory contractor of the Local Union 250.

• Inspect, maintain, and repair all components of boiler systems and associated
• mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair control systems, electrical circuitry, deaerators, gasand fuel pressure lines, feedwater pumps, compressors, motors, heatexchangers, and other related equipment.
• Effectively use combustion analyzer, electric multi-meter, and other related test equipment to test and analyze systems and equipment.
• Perform calibrations and checkouts to basic instrumentation such as gauges,pressure transmitters, flow meters, pneumatic and electronic drive units,variable speed motor controls (VFDs), etc.
• Follow preventative maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance and repair, including disassembly, cleaning, and re-assembly functions, fire tube maintenance, water side maintenance, boiler controls disassembly and the repair and rebuilding of controls.
• Monitor systems and perform safety inspections to ensure compliance with established safety requirements of EPA and SCAQMD regulations.
• Document preventive maintenance and repair as required.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and materials used. Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis and support for retrofits, control upgrades and enhancements to existing equipment.
• Assist with estimating time and material costs.
• Perform all work within the confines of Southland’s safety rules and regulations.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

• At least 5 years’ experience in the repair, maintenance, and operation of large commercial boilers and steam generation systems and or technical schooling
• Valid California Driver License to meet Southland Driving policy
• OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Basic working knowledge of computers, micro-processor technology with computer-based building control systems and computerized preventative maintenance programs
• Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests.
• Must be available to be on stand‑by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite‑specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southland’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.
For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.
In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

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