Boiler Technician

Southland Industries; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Company-sponsored career advancement

Wellness resources

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a skilled technician to perform routine maintenance and complex repairs on controls systems for large commercial HVAC boilers in California. This role involves troubleshooting, testing with analyzers and meters, and performing preventive maintenance while ensuring safety compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in boiler operation/maintenance, OSHA-10, a valid CA driver license, and the ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in repair, maintenance, and operation of large commercial boilers.
• OSHA-10 certification (within 6 months if not current).
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and layout plans.
• Proven ability to manage time and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair boiler systems and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot control systems, electrical circuitry, gas/fuel lines, pumps, motors, and heat exchangers.
• Test using combustion analyzer and meters; calibrate instrumentation.
• Document preventive maintenance and repairs; maintain records and paperwork.
• Assist Service Sales with scope development, analysis, and retrofits.

Skills

Driver license

Blueprints reading

Wiring diagrams

Time management

Communication

Education

OSHA-10 certification

Tools

Combustion analyzer

Electric multi-meter

Test instrumentation

VFDs

Job description

Position Summary

Perform routine maintenance and complex repairs on controls systems for large, commercial HVAC boilers (gas-fired hot water boilers, gas-fired steam boilers, and electric-fired steam boilers), steam boiler experience is a plus not mandatory. and on related equipment. Understand equipment and process flow and effectively troubleshoot problems to ensure everything is working properly, efficiently, and affordably. Southland Industries is a signatory contractor of the Local Union 250.

Position Details

• Inspect, maintain, and repair all components of boiler systems and associated
• mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair control systems, electrical circuitry, deaerators, gas and fuel pressure lines, feedwater pumps, compressors, motors, heat exchangers, and other related equipment.
• Effectively use combustion analyzer, electric multi-meter, and other related test equipment to test and analyze systems and equipment.
• Perform calibrations and checkouts to basic instrumentation such as gauges, pressure transmitters, flow meters, pneumatic and electronic drive units, variable speed motor controls (VFDs), etc.
• Follow preventative maintenance schedules and perform routine maintenance and repair, including disassembly, cleaning, and re-assembly functions, fire tube maintenance, water side maintenance, boiler controls disassembly and the repair and rebuilding of controls.
• Monitor systems and perform safety inspections to ensure compliance with established safety requirements of EPA and SCAQMD regulations.
• Document preventive maintenance and repair as required.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and materials used. Complete all necessary paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis and support for retrofits, control upgrades and enhancements to existing equipment.
• Assist with estimating time and material costs.
• Perform all work within the confines of Southland’s safety rules and regulations.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in the repair, maintenance, and operation of large commercial boilers and steam generation systems and or technical schooling
• Valid California Driver License to meet Southland Driving policy
• OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Basic working knowledge of computers, micro-processor technology with computer-based building control systems and computerized preventative maintenance programs
• Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests.
• Must be available to be on stand-by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southland’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.
For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.
In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay:

Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For California this ranges from $28.00/hour – $65.00/hour plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.