Boiler Tech

Boiler Technician

This position performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of campus boiler, steam distribution, heating, and water treatment systems, as well as associated mechanical equipment. This position works alongside and takes direction from higher-level boiler technicians to maintain reliable utility services supporting the university's academic, residential, athletic, and administrative facilities.

Boiler and Heating System Operations (55%)

• Operates, monitors, maintains, and assists in the repair of campus boiler systems and associated equipment.
• Assists higher-level boiler technicians with the operation and maintenance of steam, hot water, hydronic, and radiant heating systems.
• Monitors boiler combustion, draft controls, feedwater systems, condensate return systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Performs boiler blowdowns, soot blowing, water column maintenance, and related operational procedures.
• Assists with troubleshooting and repair of pneumatic, electronic, and solid-state control systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, heat exchangers, piping systems, and related mechanical equipment.
• Prepares boilers and associated equipment for inspections and regulatory compliance testing.
• Monitors system performance and recommends corrective actions to improve efficiency and reliability.

Water Treatment and Utility Systems (20%)

• Operates and maintains open and closed-loop water systems.
• Performs water testing and chemical analysis for boiler water, condensate systems, fountains, and related systems.
• Safely mixes, handles, and applies water treatment chemicals in accordance with university, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitors potable water systems and maintains proper pressure and disinfection levels.
• Maintains accurate operational records, water quality logs, and chemical treatment documentation.

Mechanical Maintenance and Support (15%)

• Performs minor pipe fitting, equipment repairs, lubrication, and mechanical maintenance.
• Assists with installation, replacement, and repair of pumps, motors, valves, piping, and support equipment.
• Coordinates with maintenance personnel and contractors as required.
• Supports campus maintenance activities and emergency response operations.

Safety, Training, and Compliance (10%)

• Conducts routine safety inspections of boilers, mechanical rooms, and utility equipment.
• Completes all required environmental, safety, and regulatory training, including departmental training programs and continuing education opportunities.
• Follows lockout/tagout procedures and all applicable safety regulations.
• Maintains compliance with applicable boiler, pressure vessel, water treatment, and environmental regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• A high school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training, trade school, apprenticeship, military training, or coursework in boiler operations, HVAC, mechanical systems, industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.

Education may be substituted for experience, or experience for education, based on the following: AA or 60 credit hours = 2 years of experience; BA/BS or 120 credit hours = 4 years of experience; MAIMS = 6 years of experience.

Experience:

• One (1) year of industrial and/or mechanical plant experience, or equivalent experience where machine operation has been emphasized, is required.
• Prior boiler plant experience, mechanical maintenance, industrial plant operations, HVAC systems, and utilities preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of boiler operations, steam systems, heating systems, and water treatment processes.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs involving pumps, motors, valves, and piping systems.
• Ability to operate boilers and associated auxiliary equipment, water treatment and testing equipment, combustion analyzers and diagnostic instruments, and computerized maintenance management systems, hand tools, power tools, and specialized trade equipment, and operate…