Boiler Mechanic

** Position Summary*
* 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) and on related equipment. Understand equipment and process flow and effectively troubleshoot problems to ensure everything is working properly, efficiently, and affordably.  

** Position Details*
* + Inspect, maintain, and repair all components of boiler systems and associated mechanical equipment.   

+ Troubleshoot and repair control systems, electrical circuitry, deaerators, gas and fuel pressure lines, feedwater pumps, compressors, motors, heat exchangers, 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 and EPA 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.

** Qualifications*
* + Successful completion of a 4-year apprenticeship program or technical schooling

+ At least 5 years' experience in the repair, maintenance, and operation of large commercial boilers and steam generation systems

+ Valid Texas Driver License and clean driving record

+ 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.

** Benefits*
* 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…