LP Gas and Oil Burner Technician A

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH seeks an LP Gas and Oil Burner Technician A to install, service, and repair furnaces, boilers, and related controls across campus facilities. You will troubleshoot low-pressure boilers, incinerators, and multi-stage boiler systems, while maintaining cleaning/service schedules and safety records.

The role requires a high school diploma, ten years of relevant experience, NH/VT LP Gas Certification, and a valid driver's license. Schedule is 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ten years of relevant experience with oil burners and LP gas equipment.
• Current NH/VT LP Gas Certification for installing, cleaning and troubleshooting LP Gas systems.
• Proficient troubleshooting skills for LP Gas and oil fired equipment.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be qualified under Dartmouth policy.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, services, and maintains burners for operating efficiency.
• Maintains service records for furnaces and boilers.
• Replaces furnaces and boilers including hot water systems; installs burner components.
• Performs tests to determine problems and adjusts burners/ dampers for efficiency.
• Works with storage tanks and piping connections as required.

Skills

Oil burner maintenance

LP Gas systems

Boiler operation

Hydronic heating

Safety regulations

Troubleshooting

Driver license

Customer service

Education

High School or equivalency

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

09/28/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

0400301

Position Title

LP Gas and Oil Burner Technician A

Hiring Range Minimum

$40.52

Hiring Range Maximum

$40.52

Union Type

SEIU

SEIU Level

S

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Schedule: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday/Sunday off

Location of Position

Hanover, NH 03755

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

n/a

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Installs, services and repairs furnaces, boilers (steam and hotwater) and their controls in College facilities. Troubleshoots lowpressure boilers, incinerators, and multi-stage boilers. Adheres toannual cleaning and service schedules. Maintains records offurnaces cleaned to the best of ability. Troubleshoots and repairsLP gas appliances and commercial cooking equipment.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge andAbilities

• Ten years of relevant experience with both oil burners and LPGas equipment/appliances.
• In-depth knowledge of high and low fire burners andcontrols.
• In-depth knowledge of high and low pressure boilers associatedwith one and two pipe steam distribution systems.
• Significant skill in pipefitting, gas fitting, and hydronicheating systems.
• Knowledge of the LP gas and oil burner trade including burnercontrols, proper firing rates, wiring, applicable codes, and safetyand environmental regulations.
• Current NH/VT LP Gas Certification for installing, cleaning andtroubleshooting LP Gas systems.
• Proficient troubleshooting skills of LP Gas and Oil firedequipment.
• Willingness to work overtime when requested.
• Must have a valid drivers license be qualified under the termsof the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor VehiclePolicy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of a technical school with training in oil burnermaintenance, preferred.
• NH Electrical license preferred, but not required.
• High School graduate
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Strong commitment to a diverse working environment and toserving the needs of a large and diverse community.
• Must have successfully completed the following training priorto performing work to which the training relates: Driver Safety;Hazard Communication; Lock-out/Tag-out; Respirator Training;Confined Space, Asbestos, Fall Protection, PPE, Safe ElectricalPractices.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number

[e-mail]

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Nick Thurston, HVAC & Equipment Maintenance Manager

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federallaw. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, genderidentity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status,or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcomefrom all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to andsuccessful completion of a pre-employment background check, whichmay include a criminal background check, reference checks,verification of work history, conduct review, and verification ofany required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications,with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal convictionwill not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.Background check information will be used in a confidential,non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federallaw.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off roadvehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of thisjob?

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THEFIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITIONHAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLICAND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY . OPEN TO UNIONMEMBERS ONLY FROM 9/28 THROUGH 10/05.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy.

Smoking and the use oftobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibitedin all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operatedor occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details,please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Schedule: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday/Sunday off

Key Accountabilities

Job Duties

• Cleans, services, and maintains burners to ensure properoperating efficiency.
• Maintains records for furnaces and boilers that were servicedand repaired.
• Replaces furnaces and boilers when necessary, including hotwater systems designed for specific apartment complexes. Installsburner in furnaces and boilers. Seals space around burner withgasket. Inspects chimneys; installs barometric dampers inchimneys.
• Performs series of tests such as pump pressure, transformer,and safety control tests to determine problems. Uses Bacharach kitto determine efficiency. Examines flue draft, using Draft-o-Stat,and changes balance weight to adjust damper.
• Assembles and positions oil storage tank between furnace andwall of building. Drills hole in wall and affixes oil inlet andoutlet pipes from storage tank through holes to outside ofbuilding. Connects pipe to storage tank and burner to conveyoil.

Working Conditions

• Works from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms.
• Work requires bending and kneeling, standing, and climbing andworking in stretched, cramped or awkward positions.
• Work involves regular lifting and carrying, or holding, objectsweighing up to 150 pounds.
• Work is performed indoors, outdoors, in bad weather, in areasthat are dirty, or smoky and where fumes are present.
• Is exposed to cuts and bruises and more serious injuries whileworking on ladders, scaffolds, etc.
• Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such asaprons or Tyvek overalls, gloves, goggles, heating protection andrespirator.
• Is exposed to hazardous materials such as asbestos.
• Working around or near live, pressurized LP gas sources andpotential Carbon Monoxide exposure.

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place towork in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, wherethey can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. Wewant this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. Theway we treat one another should be the same way we treat ourcustomers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and cultural awarenessthrough actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division-wide CEB initiatives and training,including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness,Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability andRespect)
• Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas ofimproving culture and inclusion across the division.

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions,interactions, and communications with others appropriate to anenvironment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Additional Document #1