Commercial/Industrial Boiler Technician - Blake Thermal

Commercial/Industrial - Boiler/Burner/Controls Specialist - Burlington, VT

If you like to show off your troubleshooting skills and are a strong customer-focused Technician then we want you! Experienced C&I burner, controls, combustion technicians wanted!

We're Blake Thermal Sales & Service, Inc., and we are the official representative of Cleaver Brooks, Camus, and many other C&I equipment manufacturers in the thermal energy industry. We are looking for boiler and burner technicians with a focus on advanced control systems. Don't worry if you're not a "specialist", we are interested in technicians at all levels from apprentices to senior level personnel. We offer factory training and certifications, as well as on the job training.

Members of our team are all thermal energy & mechanically/electrically minded, self-managed, and extremely customer-focused.

OUR COMPANY:

Blake Thermal Sales & Service Inc. is the manufacturer's rep for Cleaver Brooks and Camus boilers. Blake Thermal Sales & Service Inc. is a full-service thermal solutions company that supplies engineered products, services, and complete systems. Blake Thermal has a 95-year history of providing an array of products and services supporting steam, hot water for process and domestic heat for commercial, industrial, medical, educational and manufacturing facilities. Headquartered in East Windsor, CT, Blake Thermal maintains multiple locations across New York and New England including Burlington, VT.

1. Sole focus on integrating and supplying engineered products, services, and complete thermal systems
2. Longstanding relationship as a manufacturer's representative with a 95-year history
3. Premier product supported by factory authorized local technicians

For more information about our company, please visit our website via the following link: https://www.blakethermal.com/

Ideal Candidates will be in alignment with Blake Thermal's Core Values:

• Customer Focused
• Opportunity is Earned
• Solutions Provider
• Can-Do Attitude
• Driven to Win
• Confident but Humble

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Seeking several Field Service Boiler/Burner/Controls Technicians. Experience is a big plus however we will train apprentices as well. Position primarily requires a positive attitude with solution-oriented approach to problem solving. Must take pride in your work and have ability to work as part of a team. As factory authorized service technicians, we demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism and capability to support our equipment. World-Class customer service and efficiency is our goal!

Apprentices:

If you are driven to establish a career in this industry but do not have the experience in essential functions listed below; you should still apply if you can meet our responsibilities/expectations and physical demands

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Hands-on ability for combustion tuning and analysis as well as troubleshooting skills to determine and adjust a full range of burners from .5 to 30 MMBTU input
• Factory start-up and commissioning of various C&I thermal equipment including hydronic boilers, high- and low-pressure steam systems including firetube and industrial water tube boilers, steam turbines, heat exchangers, snow melt systems, etc.
• Boiler room analyses for possible opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency
• Understanding of all types of hot water and steam (high pressure & low pressure) boiler support equipment to include deaerators, feed systems, blow down systems, economizers and waste heat recovery equipment
• Understanding of wiring diagrams, electrical, controls and instrumentation
• Burner upgrades/conversions
• Advanced Burner control upgrades/conversions
• Implementation of energy efficiency measures
• Technical report writing

BENEFITS:

• Service vehicle with gas card (once trained and independent)
• Company provided cell phone.
• Specialized tools and equipment provided
• Service Technician Incentive Program
• Extensive technical training & professional development opportunities
• Health Insurance
• 401K
• Vacation and paid sick time
• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Paid travel time - to and from the job site

RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPECTATIONS:

• Perform scheduled & emergency maintenance/repair of the equipment and all other associated equipment
• Perform installation of the equipment at customer sites as well as conducting pre-installation assistance
• Must be available for "On Call" 24 hour emergency service rotation. Additional compensation is provided when "On Call". Overtime/Double-time compensation paid for work performed outside of normal business hours.
• MUST hold or be able to maintain one of the following certifications: American Gas Association (AGA) certification as a Gas Installer OR Silver Certificate from the National Oil Heat Research Alliance (NORA) - Oil Installer.
• Scheduled night and weekend work is sometimes required to meet customer needs. Advance notice will be provided and will show flexibility/consideration whenever possible.
• Must have attitude and aptitude to develop a high level of customer service skills, as well as the ability to respond quickly to service calls with good time management and planning
• Must be motivated and fast paced personality with strong work ethic
• Must work effectively with little or no supervision once trained
• Able to read, write and have good oral communications skills in English, other languages a plus
• Computer ability should be proficient for producing required reports
• Must maintain a valid Driver's License to drive rental vehicles & able to pass a DOT physical for driving fleet vehicles as required, a CDL is not required
• Maintain company provided equipment, tools and or fleet vehicle as per company policy.

• This role requires ability to pass a pre-hire drug test, pre-hire background check and completion of an I-9 form.
• Requires completion of company provided confined space & lockout/tagout training in order to work safely as part of a team
• Responsible for the prevention and/or mitigation of any environmental impact associated with job-related tasks, accidents, and emergency situations or conditions
• Actively promotes safe behaviors and health awareness at all times in the execution of daily tasks

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25/50/80 pounds regularly/occasionally.
• Must be able to safely climb ladders while carrying up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
• Must maintain precise hand-eye coordination, use of hand and power tools.
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
• Must be able to work in hot & cold environments in various weather conditions.

This opportunity offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) 401k, generous health benefits, company paid life/ AD&D, company paid training with future advancement opportunities.

Blake Thermal Sales & Service Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate by race, color, gender, sexual orientation/ gender identity, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, disability status, or status as a covered veteran. Blake Thermal Sales & Service Inc. is a proud drug-free workplace.