Steam & Boiler Systems Technician

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Steam Systems Mechanic to maintain, repair, modify, replace, and install boilers and related equipment across campus facilities. You will work with electronic, pneumatic, and PLC controls, and perform precise mechanical adjustments.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, repairs of pumps, valves, and gearboxes, and interpreting blueprints to ensure compliance with manufacturer specs. Onsite position with day shift expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with four years of related experience.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Systems/Maintenance, Electronic/Industrial Controls, or Electrical program preferred.
• Boiler Operator License or ASOPE Class III certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, replacements, and installations on boilers and related equipment.
• Work on electronic, direct digital, pneumatic, and PLC controls for boilers and support equipment.
• Repair boiler electrical and mechanical components, pumps, valves, fans, and related systems.
• Set clearances using dial indicators, micrometers, calipers and other precision tools.
• Rebuild gear boxes, drive couplings, and compressors; service steam valves and regulators.
• Interpret blueprints and manufacturer specifications for boiler/pump/fan work.
• Maintain records and comply with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Repairs

Equipment installation

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

PLC / controls

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Systems/Maintenance, Electronic/Industrial Controls, or Electrical program

Tools

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Calipers

Variable frequency drives (VFDs)

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Steam Systems Mechanic to maintain, repair, modify, replace, and install boilers and related equipment across campus facilities. You will work with electronic, pneumatic, and PLC controls, and perform precise mechanical adjustments.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, repairs of pumps, valves, and gearboxes, and interpreting blueprints to ensure compliance with manufacturer specs. Onsite position with day shift expectations.