Boiler Controls Technician

Cleaver-Brooks; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Boiler Controls Technician to join their dynamic team in Chicago. This role involves wiring, testing, and troubleshooting boiler systems, ensuring customer equipment readiness, and providing essential training to peers. With a focus on safety and efficiency, this position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment while utilizing your expertise in boiler controls and electrical systems. The company is committed to delivering top-notch solutions and provides comprehensive benefits, including a signing bonus for qualified candidates. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the boiler industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Cash Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Maternity Support Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of boiler experience in electrical and control environments.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Wire and test controls for various boiler systems.
• Troubleshoot and set combustion on all types of boilers.
• Train employees on boiler operations and controls.

Skills

Boiler Controls Knowledge

Troubleshooting Skills

Blueprint Reading

Electrical Knowledge

PLC Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Control Panels

Wiring Schematics

Boiler Equipment

Job description

Boiler Controls Technician (Signing Bonus!)

Job Category: Operation & Manufacturing

Requisition Number: BOILE004598

Posted: January 8, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA

Description

Cleaver Brooks Sales and Service is looking for a Boiler Controls Technician to join our team in Chicago, IL. The Boiler Controls Technician is responsible for wiring, firing, and testing boilers in the shop & field. This position is responsible for the readiness of the customer equipment.

Salary Estimations: Any salary estimation specified in this job board may or may not be aligned with our organization’s pay philosophy. Apply to connect with a Talent Acquisition Partner who can provide you more details!

Job Location: Chicago, IL (Relocation assistance provided, if needed)

• Qualified Technician candidates with 1-5 years of relevant boiler experience will receive a $2500 signing bonus! ($1500 paid upon hire, and $1000 paid after 90 days)
• Qualified Technician with +5 years of relevant boiler experience will receive a $5000 signing bonus! ($3000 paid upon hire, $2000 paid after 90 days)

Essential Functions:

• Wire all controls and motors for watertube and firetube boilers and auxiliary equipment.
• Rebuild control valves and regulators.
• Build and test control panel using Engineering wiring schematic and layout.
• Build and test fuel skids using Engineering wiring schematic and layout.
• Build and test condensate tanks and deaerators.
• Trim out firetube and watertube boilers.
• Perform start-up of Rental boilers in field.
• Assist departments as required.
• Read blueprints and wiring schematics.
• Troubleshoot, fire, and set combustion on all types of boilers, including those with superheaters, desuperheaters, and economizers.
• Determine valve trim, regulator size and spring, oil gun length and size, and all other parts and accessories needed to fire any boiler.
• Fire and set combustion on boilers with all types of pneumatic and electrical controls.
• Train other employees on the operation and controls of boilers.
• Maintain condition of and inventory of all tools and monitors.
• Apply intellect, creativity, adaptability, judgment, and management skills to achieve required results.
• Ensure duties and company projects are accomplished in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Support peers and management with internal and external projects.
• Adhere to company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) years of boiler experience in the electrical and control environment.

Other Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Must be knowledgeable of PLCs, transformers, transmitters, and other boiler controls.
• Must be able to read and work from blueprints and schematics.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must have the ability and knowledge to troubleshoot systems without the appropriate schematic.

Physical Skill & Effort:

Requires stooping, climbing, bending, crawling, and lifting 50 pounds, working in confined and elevated areas, and prolonged standing.

Working Conditions and Hazards:

Some work in physical plant environment where plant orientation may be required and safety precautions are necessary. May encounter some unpleasant working conditions of brief duration. Little to no contact with hazardous conditions.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, maternity support program, discounted virtual physician visits, voluntary medical benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, and Accidental Injury), FSA, HSA, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Cash matching 401(k) plan.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employee discount program.
• Tuition assistance.
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays.

About Cleaver-Brooks Sales & Service:

Cleaver-Brooks Sales and Service, Inc. (CBSS) is a market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. CBSS offers a full range of capabilities from new equipment, installation, rentals, retrofits, repairs, parts, and service. We deliver, install, and upgrade boiler room solutions that improve efficiency, reduce cost, and optimize space. CBSS delivers the most efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. We are a 24/7 customer-driven operation.

This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper.