Boiler Inspector

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,244 - 71,581; Full time

Job summary

City of New York is seeking an Inspector (Boilers) to perform technical inspections of steam boilers and pressure vessels to ensure compliance with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, and approved plans. The role includes testing, reports, and potential testimony.

The position requires knowledge of NYC Construction Codes, a boiler trade background, and licenses, with assignments citywide and potential shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NYC Construction Codes and related laws is essential.
• Ability to review drawings and perform inspections of boilers and pressure vessels.
• Experience with hydrostatic testing, safety valves, and inspection of boiler rooms.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical inspections of boilers and pressure vessels for compliance with NYC Construction Code and rules.
• Respond to incidents and complaints; investigate and report findings.
• Inspect boiler shells, tubes, braces, and connections for defects and corrosion.
• Issue violations, summonses and stop work orders; verify licenses of onsite workers.
• Maintain records and prepare reports; testify as needed in proceedings.

Skills

NYC Construction Codes knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

60 credits towards mechanical engineering or engineering technology

Completion of an boiler trade apprentice program (3 years) and additional experience

High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer’s License (NYC-DBB)

Boiler Inspector Certificate of Competency (NY State)

Professional engineer license (NY State Education Law)

Education/experience equivalent to qualifications 1–3

Job description

The NYC Department of Buildings is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency and professionalism. We are committed to becoming a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. We are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable and transparent.

This position performs work in the inspection of the condition, design, operation and installation of steam boilers and other pressure vessels for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.

Under General Supervision

• Performs technical inspections of the condition, design, operation and installation of steam boilers and other pressure vessels for compliance with the NYC Construction Code, Zoning Resolution, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.
• Responds to, reports and investigates accidents, incidents and complaints for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.
• Examines boiler shells, tubes, rivets, braces and steam domes and connections for defects, scale and corrosion.
• Calculates the strength of braces.
• Makes hydrostatic tests to determine safe working pressures.
• Inspects arches and furnace walls.
• Tests injectors, safety valves and other equipment.
• Checks the safety condition of runways, ladders and stairways in boiler rooms.
• Inspects new installations of boilers and auxiliary equipment.
• Studies drawings to obtain details for inspections.
• Issues violations, summonses and stop work orders.
• Verifies licenses of onsite workers.
• When issuing violations, advises the recipient of the nature of the violating condition.
• Testifies as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court.
• Maintains records and makes reports.
• Explains and enforces laws and rules relevant to the field.
• May assign, supervise, review and evaluate work of subordinates.
• May train subordinates in their duties.
• May review applications relevant to the field.
• May assist supervisor.
• May operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.

Some of the physical activities performed by Inspectors (Boilers) and environmental conditions experienced are: driving vehicles to and from inspection sites; walking to and from inspection sites and during inspections; climbing and descending ladders and stairs to get to areas which must be inspected; standing for extended periods of time; maintaining balance while walking over narrow walkways or areas that are elevated; climbing around and over various objects; and working in areas that may be damp, dusty, dark, smoky or acrid.

Special Working Conditions

Inspectors may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Additional Information

Candidates must successfully pass a drug screening to be appointed.

At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

At the time of appointment, all candidates residing in New York City must apply to receive Special Patrolman status.

Work Location - Citywide: Unit assignment and work location are based on operational need. Transfers may occur at any time with sufficient notice.

INSPECTOR (BOILERS) - 31620

Minimum Qualifications

• Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as a boiler maker; a stationary fireman on high pressure boilers; a high pressure plant operator; an inspector, an installer and/or repairer of boilers; or an operator or maintainer of boilers under the supervision of a licensed High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer; or
• Three years of experience as described in “1” above, and sixty (60) credits towards a degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university; or
• Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of three years in length, in the boiler trade or boiler inspection and one of the following: (a) Two years of experience as described in “1” above; or (b) 60 credits as described in “2” above; or
• A valid High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer’s License issued by the New York City Department of Buildings; or
• A valid Boiler Inspector Certificate of Competency issued by the New York State Department of Labor; or
• A license as a professional engineer issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “2,” or “3” above.
• To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level II, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineers or those with a valid Boiler Inspector Certificate of Competency must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, at least one additional year of experience as described in “1” above.
• To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level III, individuals other than licensed professional engineers must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level II above, at least one year of experience as described in “1” above in a supervisory capacity.

Preferred Skills

• Working knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes
• Computer literacy

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $62,244.00 – $71,581.00