Commissioned Boiler Inspector Trainee

THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry is currently in search of a Commissioned Boiler Inspector Trainee. This unique opportunity allows you to work from the comfort of your own home and for the most part, offers the flexibility to set your own schedule. As an essential part of the Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety, you will contribute to public safety by ensuring a secure environment for all.

As part of the program, successful candidates will be assigned to Montgomery or Philadelphia County. Take your career up a notch with Boiler District 1!

The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct technical field inspections on boilers, unfired pressure vessels, liquefied petroleum gas installations, as well as flammable and combustible liquid installations. These inspections are crucial in ensuring compliance with the State Boiler Law, the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Law, the Flammable and Combustible Liquid Law, and accepted national standards. Following inspections, you will have the opportunity to assist the Inspector with preparing detailed reports of findings, conducting follow-up inspections, and investigating reported accidents.

As part of the program, successful candidates will be assigned to Montgomery or Philadelphia County. It is important to note that relocation to one of these counties within six months of certification is a mandatory requirement for employment.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• This position is home headquartered. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience in the design, construction, installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, or repair of boilers, unfired pressure vessels, electronic equipment, electrical systems, heavy machinery, motors, engines, drives or hydraulic systems;
  or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires employees to obtain, within the probationary period, a valid National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector Commission, and a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector Commission.
• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must live in or be willing to relocate to Philadelphia or Montgomery County.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
  * 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about…