Senior Boiler Controls Technician (Signing Bonus!)

Cleaver-Brooks; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Cash matching 401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off & 11 holidays

Job summary

Cleaver-Brooks Sales & Service is seeking an experienced industrial boiler service technician in Des Moines, IA. The role involves diagnosing and repairing boiler controls, PLCs, and electrical systems, with field work and outdoor conditions. Relocation assistance may be provided.

A 3–5 year track record in boiler/burner systems is preferred. You will perform start-ups, commissioning, maintenance, and customer-focused service, often requiring travel and on-call readiness.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on experience with industrial electrical and control systems (boiler/burner experience highly preferred).
• Strong electrical troubleshooting across 12 VDC to 480 VAC.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot PLCs, read wiring diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and upgrade boiler controls, sensors, PLCs, field devices, and electrical systems (12 VDC–480 VAC).
• Perform emergency troubleshooting and repairs on boilers, burners, pumps, and related systems.
• Conduct boiler start-ups, commissioning, system tuning, and efficiency optimization in the field.
• Plan and participate in installation of new boilers, burners, and control systems.
• Perform planned maintenance, inspections, and repairs on boilers, burners, and related equipment.
• Travel to client sites; 40% overnight travel when needed; local daily travel.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Wiring diagrams/ schematics/ P&IDs

Mechanical background

Customer service mindset

Communication skills

MS Office / computer proficiency

Overtime & on-call readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical school a plus

Tools

Combustion analyzers

Manometers

Electrical meters

Circuit testers

Job description

Job Location

Des Moines, IA (relocation assistance will be provided, if needed)

Signing Bonus Details

• Qualified Tech candidates with 1-5 years of relevant boiler experience will receive a $2500 signing bonus! ($1500 paid upon hire, and $1000 paid after 90 days)
• Qualified Techs with +5 years of relevant boiler experience will receive a $5000 signing bonus!($3000 paid upon hire, $2000 paid after 90 days)

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and upgrade industrial boiler controls, sensors, PLCs, field devices, and electrical systems ranging from 12 VDC to 480 VAC.
• Perform emergency troubleshooting and repairs on boilers, burners, pumps, and associated systems.
• Conduct boiler start-ups, commissioning, system tuning, and efficiency optimization in the field.
• Plan and participate in the installation of new boilers, burners, and control systems.
• Perform planned maintenance, internal/external inspections, and repairs on boilers, burners, and related equipment.
• Evaluate basic boiler room systems (steam and hydronic), gather data, analyze information, and help solve operational problems.
• Use industry tools and instruments including combustion analyzers, manometers, electrical meters, and circuit testers.
• Complete work orders, service reports, safety logs, checklists, deficiency forms, and preventive maintenance requests with strong attention to detail.
• Provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, supervisors, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare standard reports while meeting permit and compliance requirements.

Education

Basic Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school a plus.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience with industrial electrical and control systems (boiler or burner experience highly preferred).
• Strong electrical and troubleshooting skills across 12 VDC to 480 VAC systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot PLCs, read wiring diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Solid mechanical and electrical background with experience using hand tools, power tools, and trade-specific instruments.
• Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong industry-specific vocabulary.
• Proficient with computers, MS Office, smartphones, email, and internet-based applications.
• Demonstrated aptitude and strong desire to continuously learn new technologies and systems.
• Superior customer service mindset that builds goodwill and long-term partnerships.
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to work overtime and on-call shifts on a rotating basis.

Travel Requirements

• Able to travel overnight up to 40% of the time when needed. Daily local travel to customer sites.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable driving record (no major infractions).

Physical Skill & Effort

Requires stooping, climbing, bending, crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds, working in confined and elevated areas, and prolonged standing. Able to work long hours in a physical role. This is a safety-sensitive position. Site-specific safety training, plant orientations, and adherence to our safety-first culture are required.

Working Conditions And Hazards

Work in different plant environments where plant orientation and site-specific safety precautions are required. High heat, dusty, noisy, and confined space environments will be encountered.Safety sensitive position.

Benefits Of Being a Cleaver-Brooks Sales & Service Employee

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, maternity support program, discounted virtual physician visits, voluntary medical benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, and Accidental Injury), FSA, HSA, life insurance, short term and long-term disability
• Cash matching 401(k) plan
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Employee discount program
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays

Who Is Cleaver-Brooks Sales & Service

Cleaver-Brooks Sales and Service, Inc. (CBSS) is a market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. CBSS offers a full range of capabilities from: new equipment, installation, rentals, retrofits, repairs, parts, and service. We can deliver, install, and upgrade boiler room solutions that improve efficiency, reduce cost, and optimize space. CBSS delivers the most efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. We are a 24/7 customer driven operation.

This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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