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Tweet Garot Mechanical
Boiler Technician
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What they do
A Boilermaker installs and repairs boilers or other large containers that hold liquids for generating heat or electricity, or for processing chemicals or other products. Assembles very large boilers at installation sites. Repairs boiler pipes and valves and inspects and replaces parts. May work on other large industrial equipment.
$68,189 / year median in Wisconsin
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary The Boiler Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial and industrial boilers, steam systems, and related auxiliary. This is a service and repair role, the technician does not operate client boiler equipment as part of normal duties. This role works both independently and alongside a service team, with regular rotation to assigned client sites. Duties & Responsibilities Perform routine inspection, preventive maintenance, and testing of boilers, burners, and related combustion and steam/hot-water systems. Diagnose and repair mechanical, combustion, and control system malfunctions on a variety of boiler makes and models. Perform boiler start-ups, tune combustion, and verify safe operation of safety and relief devices. Install new boiler equipment and auxiliary components per manufacturer specifications and project drawings. Complete accurate service documentation, inspection reports, and time/material records. Maintain a regular presence at an assigned client site as scheduled, coordinating with site staff and the Tweet Garot service team. Follow all jobsite safety procedures, lockout/tagout protocols, and confined-space entry requirements. Communicate clearly with dispatch, supervisors, and clients regarding job status, findings, and recommendations. Mentor apprentices or junior technicians as paired on two-person jobs. Qualifications & Requirements 5-10 years of hands-on experience servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial or industrial boilers and steam systems required. Journeyman-level trade license (steamfitter, pipefitter, or equivalent), where required by jurisdiction; this role performs service, and repair, and does not require a boiler operator/engineer license. High school diploma or GED; completion of a boiler technology, HVAC, or steam fitting apprenticeship/trade program preferred. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Experience with a range of fuel types (natural gas, oil, dual-fuel) and burner/control systems. Experience reading boiler room piping schematics, control diagrams, and manufacturer service manuals. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.