Boiler Combustion & Controls Technician

EMCOR Group, Inc.; Bakersfield, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Group, Inc. is seeking a skilled Boiler Technician in Bakersfield, CA. You will fire boilers, perform startup, troubleshoot field service calls, and perform basic electrical and mechanical repairs on boiler systems.

You will interpret instructions, document work with field service reports, and maintain strong customer relations while promoting our energy solutions and services. Occasional overnight travel and overtime may be required; requires punctuality and self-starting attitude.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; four years related experience and/or training.
• Electrical and/or mechanical engineering studies preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in industrial steam and power plant operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors and team members.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Apps on tablet/smartphone.

Responsibilities

• Fire boilers and related equipment to ensure proper operation during install.
• Perform independent startup of boiler systems.
• Interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
• Conduct field service calls for startup, troubleshooting, or service work.
• Perform basic electrical and mechanical repairs on boiler equipment.
• Complete field service reports documenting work and hours.

Skills

Boiler startup

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Customer communication

Tool usage

Field service

Education

High school diploma / GED

Electrical/Mechanical engineering studies preferred

Tools

Combustion analyzers

Multimeters

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

About Us

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilizes test equipment, meters, and one’s mechanical and electrical abilities to fire boilers and related equipment to ensure proper operation prior to and during installation.
• Perform independent start-up of boiler and related equipment.
• Interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Assists the Service team in conducting field service calls to perform start-up, troubleshooting, or other service-related activities as needed.
• Perform basic electrical and mechanical repairs on boiler and auxiliary equipment.
• Communicates well to new and existing customers to determine the nature of boiler-specific problems, provide equipment training, explain services and operations, and provide engineering support.
• Completes required field service reports, which document work performed, nature of problem, hours worked, etc.
• Problem-solving and ability to address issues and concerns.
• Develops and maintains good customer relations and rapport. Look for new sales opportunities and equipment improvements. Promotes our products and services and associates favorably.
• Ability to use hand and power tools, combustion analyzers, and multimeters.
• May require some overnight travel and overtime.
• Must be punctual, flexible, trainable, and a self-starter. Able to think outside of the box and follow detailed directions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); at least four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering studies preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in industrial steam and power plant operations and familiarity with electrical and mechanical testing equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, contractors, sales personnel, and other shop & service employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute ratio and percent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google App programs and use of a tablet and/or smartphone.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range: $45 - $65 per hour The hourly rate is determined by the CBA/rate sheet and test results. Benefits are provided through local labor union aligned with collective bargaining agreement.