Combustion Technician

Goodwin Recruiting; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Excellent benefits program

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting seeks a Combustion Technician for an industrial manufacturing environment. You will oversee the safe, efficient operation of combustion systems, including furnaces, burners, and gas trains.

The role requires strong electrical troubleshooting skills, knowledge of emissions monitoring, and a background in heavy industry. Overtime and a robust benefits program are available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with industrial combustion systems (steel or heavy manufacturing preferred).
• Strong knowledge of natural gas, combustion controls, and emissions monitoring.
• Leadership and team training experience a plus.
• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize combustion systems for maximum efficiency and uptime.
• Lead troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on burners, controls, and gas trains.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and NFPA standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Industrial furnaces

Gas trains

Combustion controls

Job description

Combustion Technician – Industrial Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced Combustion Technician to oversee the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of combustion systems, including furnaces and auxiliary heating equipment, in a heavy manufacturing environment. This role requires strong electrical troubleshooting skills and a background in industrial furnaces, burners, and fuel systems.

Overtime and double-time eligible! Excellent benefits program.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize combustion systems for maximum efficiency and uptime
• Lead troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on burners, controls, and gas trains
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and NFPA standards
• Support process improvements and energy-saving initiatives

Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience with industrial combustion systems (steel or heavy manufacturing preferred)
• Strong knowledge of natural gas, combustion controls, and emissions monitoring
• Leadership and team training experience a plus
• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical background preferred