Boiler Inspector

Position Details

• Full‑time, 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday
• Hybrid work opportunity
• Office located at 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford

• Conduct detailed inspections of boilers and pressure vessels to ensure compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
• Identify potential risks and flaws in boiler systems and provide actionable recommendations to address these issues.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections, findings, and any corrective actions taken.
• Collaborate with other state departments and collaborators to ensure seamless communication and effective resolution of any boiler‑related concerns.
• Provide expert advice and mentorship on boiler maintenance and safety practices to facility managers and other relevant personnel.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay up to date with industry standards.

• Performs internal and external inspections of boilers.
• Witnesses hydrostatic tests on boilers.
• Examines piping systems.
• Inspects for presence of cracked, burned or bagged tubes.
• Examines boiler accessories.
• Inspects repairs and replacements of steam boilers.
• Consults with boiler repairers and approves type of repairs to be made.
• Writes reports and recommends abatements.
• Testifies at hearings and in court.
• May collect overdue fees for boiler operating certificates.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Five (5) years of experience in the construction, installation, repair and maintenance of steam boilers.

• College training in mechanical engineering or a closely related field may be substituted for the general experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one‑half (½) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.

• Experience with cast, welded, or riveted pressure vessels or boilers.
• Experience in pressure vessel repair or in‑service inspection.
• Experience installing or repairing boilers and hot water heaters.
• Experience performing boiler inspections on behalf of an insurance company.
• Experience with the Jurisdiction Online inspection software or other boiler inspection software.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications or software including Outlook and Word.

• Knowledge of: methods and procedures used in manufacture and operation of all types of riveted and welded steam boilers; relevant state laws, statutes, regulations and American Society of Mechanical Engineers codes; inspection methods and techniques.
• Skills: interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
• Abilities: compute allowable pressure and strength requirements using standard formulas; read technical drawings, designs and specifications; utilize computer software.

• Must possess and maintain, at time of appointment and during employment, a National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors license or a current Connecticut license in one of the following categories: S‑1, S‑2, S‑3, or S‑4.
• May be required to travel.
• May be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

• May be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions and some risk of injury.

• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

As defined by Sec. 5‑196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.