Powerhouse Technician I

globalhr; Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Job summary

RTX/Collins Aerospace seeks a Boiler/Powerhouse Technician for onsite operation and maintenance in Windsor Locks, CT. This role supports boiler systems, water treatment, and fuel changeovers across multiple shifts to ensure safe, efficient power generation.

You will work from complex blueprints and operate standby equipment, with opportunities to contribute to plant reliability and process improvements in a fast paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years’ experience.
• Experience in Power plants, Powerhouses, engine rooms, engineering spaces, or similar.
• Experience with high pressure steam boilers and/or cogeneration plant.
• Experience working with complex blueprints, drawings, service manuals, charts, graphs or other written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, modify, repair and inspect boilers and equipment on and off site.
• Operate and adjust equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Take water samples on boilers and tower water systems; analyze results and take corrective action.
• Changeover boilers using alternate fuels, oils or gas under watch engineer guidance.
• Read complex blueprints, drawings, manuals, charts and instructions for powerhouse duties.
• Record daily performance of boiler operations and analysis; log sheets and records.

Skills

Power plant operations

Blueprints reading

Mechanical troubleshooting

Boiler water sampling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Building Management Systems

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-07-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This position will work onsite in Windsor Locks, CT.

This is a 4th Shift Position with a rotation that consists of: 1st Shift: 8:00am - 4:00pm (7 days on and 2 days off rotation.); 1st Shift: 7:30am – 3:30pm (5 days on and 3 days off rotation.); 2nd Shift: 4:00pm to 12:00am (7 days on and 2 days off rotation.) ; 3rd Shift:12:00am - 8:00am (7 days on and 2 days off rotation.)

What You Will Do:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, modify, repair and inspect a variety of boilers and associated equipment both on and off site.
• Operate and adjust equipment to provide maximum efficiency.
• Take water samples on boilers and tower water systems, analyze results and take corrective action.
• Under the direction of watch engineer, changeover boilers using alternate fuels, oils or gas.
• Work from complex blueprints, drawings manuals, charts, graphs and instructions to perform a variety of powerhouse duties.
• Record daily performance of boiler operations and analysis, log sheets and records.Take corrective action.
• Operate over the road vehicle and power industrial truck.
• Respond to emergencies such as malfunctioning of controls, boiler failures, tower and chiller water supply.May assume watch engineer responsibilities during normal operations.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a variety of boilers and controls.Update preventative maintenance requirements as needed.
• Maintain inventory and identify replacement parts, submit lists to supervisor.
• Start up and operate standby equipment or make temporary repairs to meet demand until permanent repairs can be completed.Shutdown or activate compressors as required.
• Monitor fire and security pumping system, run pumps and monitor fire tank
• Remain at the work station during evacuations unless there is imminent danger
• Knowledge in computer program for monitoring and controlling compressor systems, remote mechanical building systems and equipment.
• Supervise the delivery of fuel oil and ensure compliance with the Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan and Storm water Pollution Prevention (SWPP) requirements.
• Improve process and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support group.
• Keep equipment and surrounding areas neat and clean.
• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.
• Training may take place on 1st
• Requires valid license for motor vehicle
  

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years’ experience
• Experience in Power plants, Powerhouses, engine rooms, engineering spaces, or similar.
• Experience with high pressure steam boilers and/or cogeneration plant
• Experience working with complex blueprints, drawings, service manuals, charts, graphs or other written and verbal instructions.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Certificate heating, piping, cooling (HVAC-R, S1, S2, or OE2 License) or 2+ years trades training in power plant operations and maintenance
• Knowledge in the operation, maintenance and service of various heating and cooling systems, air equipment, and their associated controls and components.
• Familiar with overhaul and repair techniques of mechanical equipment.
• Certification in lock-out tag-out, confined space, respirators and hazardous material familiarization.
• Knowledge in computer operations and programs, such as SCADA and/or other Building Management Systems(BMS).

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual Doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

The salary rate for this role is $42.47 USD. The salary rate provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in‑person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on‑site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act.

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