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About the Role:
The Boiler Mechanic is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of plant boiler systems and associated utilities that support food production processes. This role is critical to ensuring reliable steam generation for cooking, heating, sanitation, and processing of cheese sauce and pudding products.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 10+ years of industrial boiler and utility maintenance experience
- Valid boiler operator/engineer license (as required by Pennsylvania regulations)
- Strong knowledge of steam systems, combustion systems, and pressure vessels
- Experience with water treatment programs and boiler chemistry
- Ability to read mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and system schematics
- Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and control system
Responsibilities:
- Operate, repair, and maintain plant utility systems in a safe and dependable condition, including ammonia refrigeration, steam generation, water distribution, compressed air, HVAC, and related equipment.
- Maintain ammonia refrigeration equipment, including compressors, receivers, accumulators, heat exchangers, cooling towers, evaporative coolers, ice builders, water treatment systems, pumps, valves, controls, and associated infrastructure.
- Operate and maintain boilers, burners, fuel trains, water softening and treatment equipment, deaerators, condensate systems, heat exchangers, steam traps, pumps, valves, and steam distribution systems.
- Operate and maintain plant water storage, pressurization, filtration, chemical feed, and distribution systems.
- Operate and maintain compressed air systems, including compressors, receivers, dryers, regulators, filters, controls, and distribution piping.
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on utility systems and equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Monitor system performance, including pressure, temperature, fuel consumption, water chemistry, and equipment efficiency; make adjustments as needed.
- Conduct boiler water testing, chemical treatment, and blowdowns to maintain safe operating parameters.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues within utility systems.
- Support production operations by providing reliable steam, refrigeration, water, and compressed air services while minimizing downtime.
- Assist with installation, startup, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects related to utility infrastructure.
- Perform general facility maintenance, including HVAC, building systems, and safety equipment repairs.
- Complete maintenance records, CMMS work orders, inspection logs, water treatment documentation, and regulatory compliance records.
- Follow all GMPs, HACCP requirements, plant safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Maintain proficiency through training, review of operating procedures, and equipment manuals.
- Assist throughout the plant with maintenance activities as workload requires.
- Work overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills:
- Strong mechanical aptitude with expertise in boiler operations, steam systems, plant utilities, and related industrial equipment.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex equipment, utility, and process-related issues in a timely manner.
- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, food production standards, and system reliability.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing production demands and emergency situations.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and compliance documentation.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, working closely with maintenance, production, quality, and engineering teams.
- Proactive in identifying opportunities for system improvements, preventive maintenance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability.
- Commitment to maintaining continuous operation of critical plant utilities while upholding high standards of safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
Work Environment:
- Food manufacturing facility (exposure to heat, steam, noise, and mechanical equipment)
- Work in boiler rooms and throughout plant utility areas
- Must be able to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs
- Stand, walk, bend, and climb (including ladders and vertical spaces)
- Work overtime, weekends, or off-shifts as needed
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in boiler mechanic jobs.
- Valid state boiler operator or stationary engineer license
- Three or more years of hands-on boiler installation, maintenance, and repair experience
- Proficiency reading mechanical drawings, piping diagrams, and combustion controls schematics
- Experience with gas-fired, oil-fired, and electric boiler systems across commercial or industrial settings
- EPA 608 refrigerant handling certification or willingness to obtain
- Ability to perform preventive maintenance and log inspections in a computerized maintenance management system
Tips for Your Boiler Mechanic Job Search
List every certification on your resume
Boiler mechanic postings almost always screen for specific licenses before a human reviews anything. List your state boiler operator license, ASME certifications, and any EPA 608 credentials in a dedicated section near the top of your resume.
Quantify the systems you have maintained
Hiring managers want to know the pressure ratings, BTU capacity, and fuel types you have worked with. Replace vague phrases like 'maintained boilers' with specifics like 'maintained 500 HP firetube and watertube units on natural gas and No. 2 fuel oil.'
Target postings by boiler type you know best
Facilities with industrial watertube boilers and commercial buildings running hydronic systems need different skill sets. Filter your job search by sector, and read each description to confirm the boiler class matches your hands-on background before applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists boiler mechanic openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many employers run a practical test alongside the interview, covering combustion analysis, burner adjustment, and controls troubleshooting. Brush up on your flue-gas readings and be ready to walk an interviewer through a startup and shutdown sequence step by step.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Boiler mechanic roles often involve nights, weekends, or on-call coverage. Ask about the differential structure, on-call frequency, and overtime availability during the offer conversation, since these can significantly affect your total annual earnings.
Boiler Mechanic Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most boiler mechanics?
JLL, HTI, and Augusta Health are hiring the most boiler mechanics right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Arizona, and Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to run highest in regions with dense manufacturing and large commercial building portfolios.
How many boiler mechanic jobs are remote?
About 0% of boiler mechanic openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, since most of the work requires physical access to equipment on site. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote work are technical support, controls engineering consultation, and parts procurement coordination roles that sit adjacent to hands-on boiler work.
How do you become a boiler mechanic?
Most boiler mechanics start through a formal apprenticeship, typically run by a union local or a large employer, which combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction in combustion theory, controls, and safety codes. After completing the apprenticeship you apply for your state boiler operator or stationary engineer license, which usually requires a written exam and documented operating hours. Continuing education in specific boiler classes and fuel types strengthens your credentials from there.
Can I get hired as a boiler mechanic with little experience?
Yes, entry-level and apprentice boiler mechanic positions exist specifically for candidates with limited hands-on experience. Employers filling these roles look for a basic mechanical aptitude, familiarity with hand and power tools, and a willingness to pursue your state license. Vocational or trade school coursework in plumbing, HVAC, or pipefitting gives you a strong starting point, and many union apprenticeship programs accept applicants with no prior boiler experience at all.
What does the boiler mechanic interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your license status, certifications, and the types of systems you have operated. An in-person or on-site interview follows, often including a practical assessment where you walk through a startup sequence, interpret a controls diagram, or perform a combustion analysis on paper. Some employers add a background check and a drug screen before extending an offer, particularly for roles in schools, hospitals, or government facilities.
Where can I find and apply to boiler mechanic jobs?
You can find and apply to boiler mechanic jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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