Powerhouse Technician I: Boiler & Plant Operations

Collins Aerospace; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability coverage

Educational benefits

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring for an onsite Boiler/Powerhouse Operator in Windsor Locks, CT. The role supports multiple boiler systems, performs routine maintenance, and ensures safe, efficient operation in a 4th shift rotation.

You will follow blueprints and operate SCADA/BMS controls to maintain system integrity. The position requires 2+ years’ experience in power plants or similar environments, plus a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

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 or graphs.
• Requires valid motor vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, modify, repair and inspect boilers and related 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.
• Under watch engineer direction, switch over boilers using alternate fuels, oils or gas.
• Read complex blueprints, manuals, charts and graphs to perform powerhouse duties.
• Record daily boiler operations, performance data and log sheets; take corrective action.
• Operate vehicles and industrial trucks as required.
• Respond to emergencies such as boiler failures and water supply issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and update requirements as needed.
• Maintain inventory and identify replacement parts.
• Start up and operate standby equipment; shut down or activate compressors as needed.
• Monitor fire and security pumping systems; assist evacuations when needed.
• Knowledge of computer programs for monitoring compressor systems and building controls.
• Supervise fuel oil delivery and ensure SPCC and SWPP compliance.
• Collaborate with team to improve processes and solve problems.

Skills

Power plants

Blueprints reading

SCADA

Building Management Systems

Ventilation/boilers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

BMS

Job description

Collins Aerospace is hiring for an onsite Boiler/Powerhouse Operator in Windsor Locks, CT. The role supports multiple boiler systems, performs routine maintenance, and ensures safe, efficient operation in a 4th shift rotation.

You will follow blueprints and operate SCADA/BMS controls to maintain system integrity. The position requires 2+ years’ experience in power plants or similar environments, plus a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.