Associate Machinery Specialist

Starr; California (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr Boiler and Machinery Division is hiring for Associate Machinery Specialist apprenticeships. Open to candidates with an engineering degree or a high school diploma plus boiler experience; travel and overnight stays are required.

Successful applicants will undergo thorough inspections, regulatory training, and hands-on learning under supervision. Responsibilities include learning boiler operations, regulatory compliance, and performing inspections, with a goal to pass the National Board exam

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or HS diploma with boiler experience required.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license; background check required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to interact with clients and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic boiler and pressure vessel operations.
• Learn ASME, NBIC, and regulatory requirements through instruction and study.
• Act as apprentice conducting jurisdictional inspections of boilers and pressure vessels; ensure safety compliance.
• Perform 300 boiler and pressure vessel inspections under supervision.
• Complete knowledge checks and practical applications for in-service inspections.
• Demonstrate effective communication.
• Pass National Board exam to obtain IS designation within 12 months.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Self-starter

Clean driving record

Education

Engineering degree

High school diploma with 3 years boiler experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Grow your career at Starr Insurance Companies, our best talent comes from within!

Associate Machinery Specialist

Position Overview: Starr Boiler and Machinery Division is seeking qualified and motivated applicants to fill apprenticeship positions for our Associate Machinery Specialist positions. This full‑time role is open to candidates residing within the U.S. holding an engineering degree, or High school diploma with 3 years’ experience in boiler servicing and/or operation of high‑pressure boilers.

Successful candidates will have a clean driving record with a valid driver’s license, pass a background check, be a motivated self‑starter with good organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with clients and coworkers. They will be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. They will be capable of performing internal boiler inspections, with the ability to pass a fit‑for‑duty evaluation.

Travel and overnight stays are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn basic boiler and pressure vessel operations and mechanical principles.
• Learn ASME, NBIC, and jurisdictional regulations through guided instruction and self‑study.
• Act as an apprentice to conduct jurisdictional inspections of regulated boilers and pressure vessels, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Perform 300 boiler and pressure vessel inspections under instruction.
• Complete knowledge checks and perform practical applications in conducting boiler and pressure vessel in‑service inspections.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively.
• Pass the National Board exam to obtain an “IS” designation within 12 months of employment.

Disclosure

The salary range for this position is between $95,000.00 - $110,000.00

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.