Boiler Automation & Instrumentation Lead

Cleaver-Brooks Manufacturing; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Cash-matching 401(k)

PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Cleaver-Brooks Sales & Service, based in Dallas, TX, seeks a Boiler Automation & Instrumentation Lead to own the controls lifecycle—from wiring and panel build to field start-ups on watertube and firetube boilers. You will troubleshoot, train teammates, and ensure safe, efficient operation of rental units.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2+ years in electrical troubleshooting, ability to read blueprints, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years in electrical troubleshooting/technical roles.
• Valid driver's license and strong safety record.
• Comfort reading blueprints/schematics and following written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Wire controls and build/test control panels from engineering schematics and layouts.
• Assemble and test fuel skids, condensate tanks, and deaerators; rebuild control valves and regulators.
• Fire boilers and set combustion using pneumatic and electrical controls, including systems with superheaters and economizers.
• Trim out watertube and firetube boilers; perform field start-ups for rental units.
• Read blueprints and wiring schematics; troubleshoot and coach teammates on operations and controls.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Written and verbal communication

Safety orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boiler Automation & Instrumentation LeadBased in Dallas, TXPicture this: You arrive onsite to commission a rental boiler. The panel you built last week checked out perfectly in the shop. Today, you’ll verify every interlock, tune the fuel/air curve, and leave the customer with smooth, efficient, and safe operation. If that scenario excites you, read on.Your missionOwn the controls lifecycle—build, test, trim, commission, and train—across watertube and firetube platforms and their auxiliary systems.Core impact areasControls build & wiring: Wire controls and motors; build/test control panels from engineering schematics and layouts.Fuel & feedwater systems: Assemble and test fuel skids, condensate tanks, and deaerators; rebuild control valves and regulators.Combustion expertise: Fire boilers and set combustion using pneumatic and electrical controls, including systems incorporating superheaters, desuperheaters, and economizers.Readiness & reliability: Trim out watertube and firetube boilers; perform field start-ups for rental units.Technical leadership: Read blueprints and wiring schematics, troubleshoot even without complete drawings, and coach teammates on operations and controls.Operational excellence: Care for tools and analyzers; support cross-functional initiatives; meet efficiency and cost targets while adhering to company policies.Signing bonus1–5 years’ relevant boiler experience: $2,500 ( $1,500 at hire; $1,000 at 90 days )5+ years’ relevant boiler experience: $5,000 ( $3,000 at hire; $2,000 at 90 days )What you need to succeedHigh school diploma or equivalent.At least two (2) years in electrical troubleshooting/technical roles.Valid driver’s license and strong safety record.Comfort with blueprints/schematics and both written and verbal instructions.Mechanical and electrical strength; able to diagnose without the correct schematic.Physical realitiesStooping, climbing, bending, crawling; lift up to 50 lbs; extended standing.Work in confined and elevated spaces within plant environments; safety orientation and precautions required.May encounter brief unpleasant conditions; minimal exposure to hazardous situations.Rewards and supportCompetitive salaryComprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, maternity supportDiscounted virtual physician visits; voluntary Critical Illness, Hospital Care, Accidental InjuryFSA and HSA optionsLife insurance; short- and long-term disabilityCash-matching 401(k)EAPPet insurance and employee discountsTuition assistancePTO plus 11 paid holidaysCompensation noteAny salary estimate displayed by a job board may not align with our internal pay approach. Apply to speak with a Talent Acquisition Partner for specifics.Who we areCleaver-Brooks Sales & Service (CBSS) delivers integrated boiler and burner solutions—new systems, installations, rentals, retrofits, repairs, parts, and ongoing service. We help customers improve efficiency, cut costs, save space, and enhance safety and sustainability. Our team operates with a 24/7, customer-driven mindset.This description outlines the general nature and level of work performed. It is not exhaustive, and management may modify, add, or reassign responsibilities as needed.