Industrial Steam Boiler I&C Technician

Cleaver-Brooks; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

FSA

Wellness program

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) with matching

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Cleaver-Brooks in Dallas, TX seeks a field-savvy boiler controls technician to wire, test, and commission boiler systems in the shop and at customer sites.

You will troubleshoot and retrofit controls, calibrate valves, assemble control panels, and train teammates, with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and efficient operation.

A solid ability to read blueprints and schematics, proficiency with PLCs and electrical systems, and a valid driver's license are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years with boiler controls, including PLCs, transformers, and transmitters.
• Fluency in reading blueprints and schematics; strong written/verbal follow‑through.
• Mechanical and electrical proficiency; broad boiler controls knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean, unrestricted driving record.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and retrofit systems in the field, even without schematics.

Responsibilities

• Wire and integrate controls/motors on watertube and firetube units, plus auxiliary equipment.
• Rebuild, size, and calibrate control valves and regulators; specify valve trim, springs, and oil gun dimensions.
• Build and test control panels from engineered layouts and wiring diagrams.
• Assemble and commission fuel skids, condensate tanks, and deaerators.
• Trim out boilers; perform rental boiler start-ups at customer sites.
• Set combustion across pneumatic and electrical platforms; commission systems with superheaters, desuperheaters, and economizers.
• Diagnose and resolve issues on boilers and auxiliaries; perform field retrofits of control systems.
• Train team members on boiler operation and controls; maintain tool/monitor inventory and condition.
• Support cross‑functional projects; follow company policies; deliver efficient, cost‑effective outcomes.
• Other related assignments as required.

Skills

Boiler controls

PLCs

Transformers

Transmitters

Blueprints & schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Location: Dallas, TX

Heads‑up: Third‑party salary estimates may not match our pay philosophy.

Is this you?

• Do you excel at reading prints and turning engineering schematics into clean, reliable control builds?
• Are you energized by field startups—tuning combustion and proving out safety systems?
• Can you troubleshoot a boiler and auxiliaries with or without complete documentation?

Core Impact

You’ll be the on‑the‑ground expert keeping customer equipment mission‑ready—wiring, firing, and testing both in our shop and in the field.

What You’ll Tackle

• Wire and integrate controls/motors on watertube and firetube units, plus auxiliary equipment.
• Rebuild, size, and calibrate control valves and regulators; specify valve trim, springs, and oil gun dimensions.
• Build and test control panels from engineered layouts and wiring diagrams.
• Assemble and commission fuel skids, condensate tanks, and deaerators.
• Trim out boilers; perform rental boiler start-ups at customer sites.
• Set combustion across pneumatic and electrical platforms; commission systems with superheaters, desuperheaters, and economizers.
• Diagnose and resolve issues on boilers and auxiliaries; perform field retrofits of control systems.
• Train team members on boiler operation and controls; maintain tool/monitor inventory and condition.
• Support cross‑functional projects; follow company policies; deliver efficient, cost‑effective outcomes.
• Other related assignments as required.

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma/equivalent; technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years with boiler controls, including PLCs, transformers, and transmitters.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean, unrestricted driving record.
• Fluency in reading blueprints and schematics; strong written/verbal follow‑through.
• Mechanical and electrical proficiency; broad boiler controls knowledge.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and retrofit systems in the field, even without schematics.

Physical & Environmental Realities

• Frequent stooping, climbing, bending, crawling, and standing for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.; work in confined and elevated spaces.
• Operate within plant environments following required orientations and safety procedures; occasional short‑term unpleasant conditions; minimal exposure to hazardous situations.

Total Rewards

Competitive compensation plus: medical, dental, vision, FSA, wellness benefits, life insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, cash‑matching 401(k), generous vacation, and 11 paid holidays.

Why Cleaver‑Brooks

We’re the authority in integrated boiler/burner systems. Our distribution network delivers deep expertise, service, training, and support. As the only single‑source manufacturer of boilers, burners, controls, and comprehensive ancillary/aftermarket solutions, we create integrated boiler rooms that cut total cost and optimize footprint—anchored by efficiency, reliability, safety, and sustainability. With 80+ years of commitment, we help customers achieve uncompromising performance.

Note: This posting outlines principal responsibilities but isn’t all‑inclusive. Management may adjust duties to meet evolving business needs.