Field Technician, Boiler Instrumentation & Combustion Controls (Rental Systems)

Cleaver-Brooks Manufacturing; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Cleaver‑Brooks Sales & Service is seeking a Field Technician specializing in boiler instrumentation and combustion controls in the Dallas area. You will support our rental fleet and customer systems both on the bench and in the field, wiring controls, testing panels, and commissioning equipment on site.

The role requires 3+ years of boiler controls experience, PLC knowledge, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of boiler experience with PLCs, transformers, transmitters, and related control hardware.
• Fluency reading blueprints/schematics; able to follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Field retrofit experience and the ability to diagnose boilers and auxiliary equipment without prints.

Responsibilities

• Wire controls and motors for watertube and firetube packages plus auxiliary equipment.
• Rebuild control valves/regulators; select valve trims, regulator springs, and oil gun sizes and lengths.
• Fabricate, wire, and test control panels and fuel skids from engineering schematics/layouts.
• Build and function‑test condensate tanks and deaerators; complete boiler trim‑outs.
• Commission rental boilers at customer sites; tune for optimal combustion on pneumatic and electrical control architectures.
• Interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams; troubleshoot even without a schematic.
• Train colleagues and customers on system operation and controls best practices.
• Maintain tool/monitor inventories; support cross‑team projects; follow company policies; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Boiler controls

PLC experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Control hardware

Job description

City: Dallas, TXJoin a team that keeps industry running—anytime, anywhere.At Cleaver‑Brooks Sales & Service, we integrate boilers, burners, and controls to deliver safe, efficient steam. As a Field Technician specializing in boiler instrumentation and combustion controls, you’ll be the go‑to expert for our rental (mobile) fleet and customer systems—on the bench and in the field.What you’ll doWire controls and motors for watertube and firetube packages plus auxiliary equipment.Rebuild control valves/regulators; select valve trims, regulator springs, and oil gun sizes and lengths.Fabricate, wire, and test control panels and fuel skids from engineering schematics/layouts.Build and function‑test condensate tanks and deaerators; complete boiler trim‑outs.Commission rental boilers at customer sites; tune for optimal combustion on pneumatic and electrical control architectures.Interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams; troubleshoot even without a schematic.Train colleagues and customers on system operation and controls best practices.Maintain tool/monitor inventories; support cross‑team projects; follow company policies; other duties as assigned.Bring your expertiseHigh school diploma or equivalent.3+ years of boiler experience with PLCs, transformers, transmitters, and related control hardware.Valid, clean driver’s license with no restrictions.Fluency reading blueprints/schematics; able to follow written and verbal work instructions.Broad knowledge of boiler controls; strong mechanical and electrical foundation.Field retrofit experience and the ability to diagnose boilers and auxiliary equipment without prints.Physical & site realitiesFrequent stooping, climbing, bending, crawling, and standing for extended periods.Lift up to 50 pounds; work in confined and elevated spaces.Operate in plant environments requiring site orientations and strict safety practices; brief exposure to unpleasant conditions; minimal hazardous contact.Why you’ll love working hereCompetitive pay.Medical, dental, vision, maternity support, virtual physician access, voluntary medical (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, Accidental Injury), FSA/HSA, life, short‑ and long‑term disability.Cash‑matching 401(k).EAP, pet insurance, and employee discounts.Tuition assistance.Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays.Who we areCleaver‑Brooks Sales & Service leads the market in fully integrated boiler and burner systems—from new equipment and installs to rentals, retrofits, repairs, parts, and service. We deliver efficient, reliable, safe, and sustainable solutions. Our operation is 24/7 and customer driven.Good to knowAny salary estimation specified in this job board may or may not be aligned with our organization’s pay philosophy. Apply to connect with a Talent Acquisition Partner who can provide you more details!This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper.By applying for this job and providing your mobile number, you consent to receive an initial text message from a Cleaver Brooks Talent Team member. You will have the option to opt out upon receiving the message. Messages may include updates on your application, scheduling initial screenings or interviews, and similar communications. Standard message and data rates may apply, and message frequency may vary.