Boiler Technician

ACIS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ACIS in Houston is seeking an experienced boiler and controls technician to maintain and repair large commercial boilers and related equipment. You will troubleshoot control systems, perform calibrations, and ensure compliance with safety and EPA regulations.

The role requires 5+ years in service of boilers, a high school diploma, and familiarity with Siemens, Honeywell, Fireye, Autoflame controls. Valid driver's license and OSHA-10 certification (within 6 months) are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of service experience in the repair, maintenance, and operation of large commercial boilers and steam generation systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent education credit.
• Experience with Siemens, Honeywell, Fireye, Autoflame, and similar controls.
• Advanced combustion controls, including use of VFD, O2 Trim, Low NOx combustion.
• Valid driver’s license.
• OSHA-10 certification (must be obtained within 6 months from date of hire).
• Basic working knowledge of computers, micro-processor tech with building control systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to manage time and complete delegated work within timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair boiler systems and associated mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair control systems, electrical circuitry, pumps, and related equipment.
• Use combustion analyzer, digital multimeter, and test equipment to diagnose issues.
• Perform calibrations and checks of instrumentation (gauges, pressure transmitters, flow meters, VFDs).
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and document work.
• Monitor safety inspections to ensure EPA compliance and safety standards.
• Document preventive maintenance and repairs with precise records.
• Assist Service Sales with scope development, technical analysis, and retrofit support.
• Estimate time and material costs for service jobs.

Skills

Boiler maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Combustion controls

VFD control

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Documentation

Blueprint reading

EPA compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Siemens

Honeywell

Fireye

Autoflame

Job description

Description

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) and on related equipment. Understand equipment and process flow and effectively troubleshoot problems to ensure everything is working properly, efficiently, and affordably.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 and EPA 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.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of service experience in the repair, maintenance, and operation of large commercial boilers and steam generation systems
• High school diploma or equal education credit
• Experience with Siemens, Honeywell, Fireye, Autoflame, and similar controls.
• Advanced combustion controls, including use of VFD, O2 Trim, Low NOx combustion
• Valid driver’s license
• 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.