Campus Boiler Technician: Maintenance & Systems Expert

University of Central Missouri; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Central Missouri is seeking a skilled Boiler Technician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair campus boiler, steam distribution, heating, and water treatment systems. This role supports academic, residential, athletic, and administrative facilities.

You will work with higher-level boiler technicians, perform preventive maintenance, monitor system performance, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Evening/weekend on-call may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in boiler operations, HVAC, or related field preferred.
• One year of industrial/mechanical plant experience required.
• Prior boiler plant experience or utilities experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and repair campus boiler systems and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, valves, heat exchangers, and piping systems.
• Assist with troubleshooting pneumatic, electronic, and solid-state control systems.
• Maintain operation records, water quality logs, and chemical treatment documentation.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel and contractors; support emergency operations.

Skills

Boiler operations knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Mechanical aptitude

Gauges & schematics

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in boiler/HVAC

Tools

Water testing equipment

Combustion analyzers

Diagnostic instruments

CMMS

Hand tools

Power tools

Specialized trade equipment

Job description

The University of Central Missouri is seeking a skilled Boiler Technician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair campus boiler, steam distribution, heating, and water treatment systems. This role supports academic, residential, athletic, and administrative facilities.

You will work with higher-level boiler technicians, perform preventive maintenance, monitor system performance, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Evening/weekend on-call may be required.