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Capitol Boiler Works · 3 hours ago

Combustion and Controls Technician

Springfield, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$35/hr - $65/hr

5+ years exp

Capitol Boiler Works, Inc. is a well-established mechanical contracting company serving the DC Metro area and parts of West Virginia and Delaware. They are seeking a full-time Combustion & Controls Technician to perform essential duties related to boiler operation and maintenance, ensuring safe and efficient functioning of equipment.

Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Mechanical EngineeringService Industry

Responsibilities

Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints

Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines

Reads dials of temperature, pressure, and ampere gauges and meters to detect malfunctions and ensure specified operation of equipment

Tests electrical system to determine voltage, using voltage meter

Records temperature, pressure, water levels, fuel consumption, and other data at specified intervals in logbook

Observes pressure, temperature, and draft meters on panel to verify specified operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators, stoker, pulverizer, and burners

Turns valves and adjusts controls to set specified fuel feed, draft openings, water level, and steam pressure of boiler

Observes boiler and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions and makes repairs, such as changing burners and tightening pipes and fittings

May test boiler feed water, using specified chemicals

May maintain log of meter and gauge readings and record data, such as water test results and quantity of fuel consumed

Operates automatically fired boilers to generate steam that supplies heat or power for buildings or industrial processes: Lights gas- or oil-fed burners, using torch

May be designated according to fuel burned, type of boilers, or class of license required

Troubleshoots malfunctions in electrical circuits as necessary. Inspects wiring, checks connections and power sources, and logs repair needs

Understand basic one pipe, and two pipe steam systems and hydronic systems

Installs and maintains motors, wiring, and all electrical equipment including control work for lighting, motors, and instrumentation

Follows all safety rules and procedures and operates electrical equipment in accordance with established safety regulations and department policies

Assist in taking on supplies and equipment

Qualification

Boiler operationElectrical troubleshootingCombustion control systemsTrade industry educationSafety complianceCommunication skills

Required

High school education/G.E.D. with schooling in trade industry

At least 5 years of experience in the burner/boiler industry (licensing preferred)

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to effectively present information in a one-on-one setting to members of management and fellow employees

Ability to write legibly for form completion

Ability to perform essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards/requirements

Ability to meet and maintain all qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards

Ability to maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards/requirements

Compliance with all personnel policies and practices

Ability to comprehend and carry out safety sensitive duties according to company policies, procedures, and safe work practices