LP Gas and Oil Burner Technician A.

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH seeks an experienced LP Gas and Oil Burner Technician A to install, service, and repair furnaces, boilers, and their controls across campus facilities. The role requires thorough knowledge of burner systems, boiler distribution, and safety practices.

You will maintain service records, perform diagnostics, and assist with overtime as needed. This full-time onsite position offers union SEIU with 12 months/year and a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalency.
• Ten years of relevant experience with both oil burners and LP Gas equipment/appliances.
• In-depth knowledge of high and low fire burners and controls.
• Significant skill in pipefitting, gas fitting, and hydronic heating systems.
• Knowledge of LP gas and oil burner trade, burner controls, and safety regulations.
• Current NH/VT LP Gas Certification for installing, cleaning and troubleshooting LP Gas systems.

Responsibilities

• Installs, services and repairs furnaces, boilers and their controls.
• Troubleshoots low pressure boilers, incinerators, and multi-stage boilers.
• Maintains service records and adheres to cleaning schedules.
• Performs tests and uses diagnostic tools to determine problems.

Skills

Oil burner experience

LP gas equipment

Boiler knowledge

Pipefitting

Safety compliance

Driver's license

Education

High School or equivalency

Tools

NH/VT LP Gas Certification

NH Electrical license (preferred)

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 09/28/2026

Closing date

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 hot water) and their controls in College facilities. Troubleshoots low pressure boilers, incinerators, and multi-stage boilers. Adheres to annual cleaning and service schedules. Maintains records of furnaces cleaned to the best of ability. Troubleshoots and repairs LP gas appliances and commercial cooking equipment.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School or equivalency

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

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 federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

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

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

Yes

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy

Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or 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

• Cleans, services, and maintains burners to ensure proper operating efficiency.
• Maintains records for furnaces and boilers that were serviced and repaired.
• Replaces furnaces and boilers when necessary, including hot water systems designed for specific apartment complexes. Installs burner in furnaces and boilers. Seals space around burner with gasket. Inspects chimneys; installs barometric dampers in chimneys.
• Performs series of tests such as pump pressure, transformer, and safety control tests to determine problems. Uses Bacharach kit to determine efficiency. Examines flue draft, using Draft-o-Stat, and changes balance weight to adjust damper.
• Assembles and positions oil storage tank between furnace and wall of building. Drills hole in wall and affixes oil inlet and outlet pipes from storage tank through holes to outside of building. Connects pipe to storage tank and burner to convey oil.

Working Conditions

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

Culture and Employee Belonging

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

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness through 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 and Respect)
• Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of improving culture and inclusion across the division.

Percentage Of Time

• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned