Boiler Combustion & Controls Technician

EMCOR Group, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 66,689 - 90,219; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical services provider in California seeks a Combustion & Controls Technician. You will ensure proper operation of boilers and equipment, perform start-ups, and handle basic repairs. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma/GED and extensive experience with electrical and mechanical systems. Compensation ranges from $48.41 to $65.49 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least four years related experience and/or training required.
• Ability to compute ratios and percentages.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes test equipment to fire boilers and related equipment.
• Perform start‑up of boiler and related equipment.
• Document work performed and nature of problems.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Ability to use hand and power tools

Punctuality and flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering studies

Tools

Test equipment and meters

Microsoft Office

Google App programs

Job description

Mesa Energy Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, and operations and maintenance. Mesa Energy Systems is a HVAC mechanical services company that provides fully integrated solutions for preventative maintenance and repair, upgrading existing mechanical, electrical, and controls systems to provide the most efficient economic solutions to meet customer expectations.

Job Title

Combustion & Controls Technician

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilizes test equipment, meters, and 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.
• Assist 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.
• Communicate 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.
• Complete required field service reports, which document work performed, nature of problem, hours worked, etc.
• Problem‑solving and ability to address issues and concerns.
• Develop and maintain good customer relations and rapport. Look for new sales opportunities and equipment improvements. Promote 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.

Job Specifications (Qualifications)

• High school diploma or 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 frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee 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 occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Compensation Range

$48.41 – $65.49 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EMCOR Group and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Veterans/disabled. Not a fraud. Please confirm authenticity on the official EMCOR Group career portal.