Boiler Technician

TEEMA; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Company vehicle

Phone

Tools

Training opportunities

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a skilled Boiler Service Technician to support commercial and industrial customers across Southern Michigan and the Detroit area. The role involves troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and combustion-related issues on steam and hot-water boiler systems, with on-site work and potential overtime travel.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform boiler start-ups, testing, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs.
• Service natural gas, fuel oil, and light oil-fired boiler systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, burner, and control-system issues.
• Perform combustion testing and adjust fuel-to-air ratios for efficiency and performance.
• Read technical manuals, electrical schematics, and CAD drawings.
• Maintain accurate service reports, work orders, and safety documentation.
• Follow applicable safety standards, including NFPA and CSD-1 requirements.
• Communicate directly with customers regarding service needs and system issues.
• Identify opportunities for upgrades, repairs, and replacement parts.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency service and occasional overtime/travel.

Job description

Location: Southern Michigan / Detroit Area
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Boiler Service Technician to support commercial and industrial customers throughout Southern Michigan and the Detroit area.

This is a hands-on field service role for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, working independently, and solving complex mechanical, electrical, and combustion-related issues. You will support steam and hot-water boiler systems across commercial, industrial, and institutional environments while helping customers improve system reliability, safety, and efficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Perform boiler start-ups, testing, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs.
• Service natural gas, fuel oil, and light oil-fired boiler systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, burner, and control-system issues.
• Perform combustion testing and adjust fuel-to-air ratios for efficiency and performance.
• Read technical manuals, electrical schematics, and CAD drawings.
• Maintain accurate service reports, work orders, and safety documentation.
• Follow applicable safety standards, including NFPA and CSD-1 requirements.
• Communicate directly with customers regarding service needs and system issues.
• Identify opportunities for upgrades, repairs, and replacement parts.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency service and occasional overtime/travel.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with boilers, combustion systems, industrial equipment, or maintenance strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with gas/oil combustion, electrical controls, and diagnostic equipment is a plus.
• Ability to work independently in industrial environments.
• Preferred: Experience with linkage-less controls such as AutoFlame, Siemens, or Fireye.

Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, paid holidays, company vehicle, phone, tools, and training opportunities.