Position Details
- Full‑time, 40 hours per week
- Monday – Friday
- Hybrid work opportunity
- Office located at 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford
Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed inspections of boilers and pressure vessels to ensure compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
- Identify potential risks and flaws in boiler systems and provide actionable recommendations to address these issues.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections, findings, and any corrective actions taken.
- Collaborate with other state departments and collaborators to ensure seamless communication and effective resolution of any boiler‑related concerns.
- Provide expert advice and mentorship on boiler maintenance and safety practices to facility managers and other relevant personnel.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay up to date with industry standards.
Examples of Duties
- Performs internal and external inspections of boilers.
- Witnesses hydrostatic tests on boilers.
- Examines piping systems.
- Inspects for presence of cracked, burned or bagged tubes.
- Examines boiler accessories.
- Inspects repairs and replacements of steam boilers.
- Consults with boiler repairers and approves type of repairs to be made.
- Writes reports and recommends abatements.
- Testifies at hearings and in court.
- May collect overdue fees for boiler operating certificates.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Five (5) years of experience in the construction, installation, repair and maintenance of steam boilers.
Substitutions Allowed
- College training in mechanical engineering or a closely related field may be substituted for the general experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one‑half (½) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cast, welded, or riveted pressure vessels or boilers.
- Experience in pressure vessel repair or in‑service inspection.
- Experience installing or repairing boilers and hot water heaters.
- Experience performing boiler inspections on behalf of an insurance company.
- Experience with the Jurisdiction Online inspection software or other boiler inspection software.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications or software including Outlook and Word.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of: methods and procedures used in manufacture and operation of all types of riveted and welded steam boilers; relevant state laws, statutes, regulations and American Society of Mechanical Engineers codes; inspection methods and techniques.
- Skills: interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
- Abilities: compute allowable pressure and strength requirements using standard formulas; read technical drawings, designs and specifications; utilize computer software.
Special Requirements
- Must possess and maintain, at time of appointment and during employment, a National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors license or a current Connecticut license in one of the following categories: S‑1, S‑2, S‑3, or S‑4.
- May be required to travel.
- May be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Working Conditions
- May be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions and some risk of injury.
Benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Acknowledgement
As defined by Sec. 5‑196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.