District Engineering Inspector

The Peterson School; Stow (MA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule

Job summary

The Department of Fire Services in Stow, MA is seeking a District Engineering Inspector III to inspect boilers and pressure vessels and ensure compliance with state laws, ASME, NBIC, and manufacturer specs. The role involves tests, investigations, and issuing certificate decisions, with responsibilities including examiner duties for licenses and potential travel across Hampden and Hampshire counties.

This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and regular hours 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Current and valid First Class Stationary Engineers License issued by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services (A) and one of: National Association of Amusement Rides Safety Officials (NAARSO) certification.
• Current and valid National Board Commission or ability to obtain a Commission within two years of hire.
• Incumbents may be required to possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections of boilers and pressure vessels to ensure safety standards are met.
• Inspects materials, safety devices, piping, welding quality and calculations.
• Reviews repair methods, welding procedures, and witnesses hydrostatic tests.
• Performs tests such as ultrasonic and hydrostatic tests to verify condition of boilers.
• Confers with engineers and owners to correct nonconformance and violations.
• Maintains records and prepares summaries of inspections for legal use.
• Keeps knowledge updated on rules, policies, and codes (ASME, NBIC).
• Examiners for licenses and certifications as required by statute or regulation.

Education

First Class Stationary Engineers License

NAARSO certification

National Board Commission

Job description

Company: Department of Fire Services Location: 1 State Road, Stow, Massachusetts

District Engineering Inspector - (26000255)

Description

The Department of Fire Services (DFS) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of District Engineering Inspector III at our Stow, Massachusetts facility. The Department of Fire Services is an agency within the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security and is responsible for fire related education, prevention, investigation, inspections of boilers and pressure vessels, licensing of steam firemen and engineers and emergency response.

The District Engineering Inspector III provides support to the Boiler and Pressure Vessel unit (BPV) by performing inspections, investigations, and testing of boilers and pressure vessels to determine compliance with applicable state laws and regulations, national codes (ASME & NBIC), and/or manufacturer’s specifications, and renders decisions regarding equipment safety; makes recommendations regarding certificates of inspection issuance. Perform the function as examiners of applicants for certificates of competency to inspect boilers, and for licenses as steam firemen or engineers. The primary district assignment intended to be in Hampden and Hampshire counties, with a satellite office in Springfield, MA.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and are not all inclusive):

• Conducts inspections of boilers and pressure vessels to determine if the equipment and related safety valves, and other related appurtenances are in proper working order and meet the standards under existing laws, regulations and rules to ensure safety of life, and property of the public.
• Inspects materials used in the construction of boilers and pressure vessels, safety devices, piping, inspects construction quality, welding, pitting, corrosion, cracking, safety valve operation, and other factors affecting the condition and operation of the equipment.
• Reviews repair and alteration methods, welding procedures, welder’s qualifications and calculations; sets inspection and hold points to be witnessed; witnesses final hydrostatic test.
• Performs standard tests such as accumulation, ultrasonic and hydrostatic tests to verify condition of boilers and other vessels. Calculating allowable limits of pressure, strength, and stress.
• Confers with engineers, manufacturers, contractors, owners, and operators concerning nonconformance in construction, operation, and repair of boilers, pressure vessels and accessories as necessary to correct violations.
• Identifies deficiencies/defects and/or operational or equipment issues and condemns boilers or pressure vessels subsequent to declaring them unsafe or disqualified by legal requirements. Maintains computerized reports and records and prepares summaries of inspections and investigations for legal and administrative use; ensures that all boilers and pressure vessels are inspected on an appropriate schedule.
• Maintains updated knowledge of rules, policies and procedures and of construction, installation, inspection and repair of boilers and other pressure vessels; informs owners/users and installers on aspects of the laws and regulations and ASME, NBIC and other applicable codes.
• Perform the function as examiner for all oil burner technicians, steam firemen and engineers, authorized in-service inspectors, and nuclear power plant operators, and other licenses or certifications as required by statute or regulation.
• Represents the agency at hearings before legislative bodies and/or various public and private boards, commissions, committees and in court to provide official policy and expert opinion.
• District Engineering Inspectors may work under exposure to hazards associated with construction sites, boilers, pressure vessels, moving machinery, electrical systems, etc.; work in all types of weather; travel for job related purposes; stand for long periods of time and may be subject to being on standby (on call) work status; may work alone in isolated areas; may work under exposure to toxic fumes, gases, chemicals and or excessive heat and noise.

This is a full-time position with regular work hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday subject to standby and callback work status. Where appropriate, DFS offers a hybrid work model, consisting of in-office, field work, and teleworking to further enhance the work/life balance of its employees.

Qualifications

• Salary placement is determined by years of experience directly related to the position and the Human Resource Division’s and Bargaining Unit's recruiting guidelines. Generally, a substantial number of years’ experience is necessary to attain the higher end of the salary range. The State's current compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider towards your total compensation.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

• Applicants must possess (A) a current and valid First Class Stationary Engineers License issued by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services and (B) based on assignment one of the following:
• ' Current and valid National Association of Amusement Rides Safety Officials (NAARSO) certification
• ' Current and valid National Board Commission or have the ability to obtain a Commission within two years of date of hire
• Special Requirements: Incumbents may be required to possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affir­mative Action Employer.

Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title: District Engineering Insp III

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Stow-State Road

Job: Skilled Trades

Agency: Department of Fire Services

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day

Job Posting: Aug 20, 2026, 2:11:27 PM

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: 95,136.34 - 140,142.34 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affir­mative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Mary Travers - 9785673145

Bargaining Unit: 09-MOSES - Engineers/Scientists

Confidential: No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes