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Boiler mechanics can qualify for H-1B and other work visas, though most positions require specialized training rather than a bachelor's degree. Industrial facilities, power plants, and large commercial buildings need these skilled technicians for HVAC systems and pressure vessel maintenance. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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HVAC/Boiler Mechanic
Position Summary
Salary: $36.32 - $41.84 upon meeting progression step requirements. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; Not eligible to work a remote schedule. Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs. Are you a HVAC Mechanic who is tired of traveling job site to job site, not knowing where you’re going next or when you will be home? Join our team where you always commute to the same site, on a regular schedule, and get to go home by dinner most nights. The department provides uniforms, safety boots, access to state-of-the-art technology and tools, views of Spartan Stadium, and a safe, stable working environment where you never have to use outdoor portable restroom facilities again. Michigan State University Infrastructure Planning and Facilities invites applications for the position of HVAC/Boiler Mechanic and we need your help. This position will analyze and perform preventive maintenance to repair boiler/heating systems and steam distribution systems, related controls, pumps, fans, compressors, heat exchangers, filters, softeners, incinerators, small boilers and furnaces, piping fixtures, etc. Operate heating systems, incinerators, small boilers and furnaces. Lubricate, repair and service the above equipment. Change filters, belts, seals, bearings, etc. Cover boilers, pipes, auxiliaries and accessories with insulation materials. Cut, thread, and bend pipe using a hacksaw, pipe cutters, cutting torch, threading machine, and pipe bending machine. Assemble, install, and test a variety of metal and non-metal pipe and fittings, including brass, copper, steel, and plastic. Operate combustion analyzing equipment to evaluate burner performance. Tune power burners to achieve highest possible efficiencies. Install, alter and adjust (burner) electronic components. Formulate boiler operation control strategies to be used in BAS systems. Troubleshoot control systems throughout the heating plant.
Job Responsibilities Are As Follows
- 30% - Work directly with the customer responding to projects, building trouble calls, retro-commissioning service calls, conduct building checks, and perform repairs. Interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and job specifications; estimate time and material to be used on the job; stock, maintain, completes necessary paperwork to requisition material and parts.
- 20% - Perform preventative maintenance and repair boiler/heating systems and steam distribution systems. Operate heating systems, incinerators, large and small boilers and furnaces. Perform CSD-1 inspections on required heating equipment.
- 20% - Perform preventative maintenance on commercial HVAC systems. Troubleshoot, repair, and install commercial HVAC systems and controls, consisting of pneumatic, electric, and electronic components. Perform system inspections.
- 10% - Perform preventative maintenance on residential/light commercial HVAC systems. Troubleshoot, repair, and install residential/light commercial HVAC/boiler systems and controls. Perform system inspections.
- 10% - Respond to general odor calls. Respond to and work with local utility on natural gas calls. Respond to and work with Environmental Health and Safety for chemical odor calls.
- 10% - Time tracking, job cost, record keeping, customer contact, material procurement. Correspondence through email, training, meetings, and professional development. This position will carry an on-call cell phone on a weekly rotating basis. This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship.
Minimum Requirements
- Completion of high school education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
- Successful completion of an applicable trade-specific Trades Helper program, or completion of an approved apprenticeship program, or an associate degree, or equivalent education/experience.
- Five years’ experience in the trade that includes five years of experience in commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) installation including two years of experience in commercial heating systems installation, maintenance and troubleshooting and demonstrated ability to independently perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification, or equivalent experience.
- Possession of the State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor’s License - #2 (HVAC and Gas Piping) or successful completion of Trades Competency Test prior to completion of applicable trial or probation period.
- Must have possession of a State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor’s License - #6 (Unlimited Heating Service) or successful completion of Trades Competency Test to receive progression step increases at and after the 12-month mark.
- Possession of State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor’s License - #2(HVAC and Gas Piping) and #6(Unlimited Heating Service) and successful completion of Trades Competency Test to receive progression step increases at and after the 18-month mark.
- Expert knowledge of the operation of high-pressure (>15 psi) boilers.
- Expert knowledge of the hydronic heating and cooling and process piping systems.
- Expert knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the trade.
- Expert knowledge of applicable building codes, rules, and regulations (local, state, and federal).
- Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
- Must furnish own hand tools.
- Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.
Desired Qualifications
Five or more years of experience in the operation and maintenance of central commercial-industrial HVAC systems, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repair of direct digital control systems associated with that equipment; familiarity with individualized package control systems; possession of a State of Michigan mechanical contractor’s license with unlimited heating, knowledge of and experience with the following systems: Phoenix Lab Pressurization Control, Siemens Building Management System, and Delta Building Management System; knowledge of and experience in the operation and troubleshooting of room level pressurization controls, laboratory ventilation controls; knowledge of and experience with Hydronic heating systems; comprehensive understanding of HVAC systems and component interactions; demonstrated experience with instruments used for testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB); excellent customer relations skills; and proficient in the use of a laptop computer. A lifelong learner and problem solver with strong technical skills and communication skills, who focuses on innovative solutions aligned with University goals.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
RESUME
Work Hours
NON-STANDARD/VARIABLE WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.
Summary of Physical Demands
Duties associated with this position involve lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, pushing/pulling, and climbing ladder, stairs, and working from various types of equipment, including scaffolding.
Summary of Health Risks
Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort).
The Bidding Eligibility ends on 03/10/2026 at 11: 55 PM
Working/Functional Title
HVAC/Boiler Mechanic
Position Summary
Salary: $36.32 - $41.84 upon meeting progression step requirements. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; Not eligible to work a remote schedule. Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs. Are you a HVAC Mechanic who is tired of traveling job site to job site, not knowing where you’re going next or when you will be home? Join our team where you always commute to the same site, on a regular schedule, and get to go home by dinner most nights. The department provides uniforms, safety boots, access to state-of-the-art technology and tools, views of Spartan Stadium, and a safe, stable working environment where you never have to use outdoor portable restroom facilities again. Michigan State University Infrastructure Planning and Facilities invites applications for the position of HVAC/Boiler Mechanic and we need your help. This position will analyze and perform preventive maintenance to repair boiler/heating systems and steam distribution systems, related controls, pumps, fans, compressors, heat exchangers, filters, softeners, incinerators, small boilers and furnaces, piping fixtures, etc. Operate heating systems, incinerators, small boilers and furnaces. Lubricate, repair and service the above equipment. Change filters, belts, seals, bearings, etc. Cover boilers, pipes, auxiliaries and accessories with insulation materials. Cut, thread, and bend pipe using a hacksaw, pipe cutters, cutting torch, threading machine, and pipe bending machine. Assemble, install, and test a variety of metal and non-metal pipe and fittings, including brass, copper, steel, and plastic. Operate combustion analyzing equipment to evaluate burner performance. Tune power burners to achieve highest possible efficiencies. Install, alter and adjust (burner) electronic components. Formulate boiler operation control strategies to be used in BAS systems. Troubleshoot control systems throughout the heating plant.
Job Responsibilities Are As Follows
- 30% - Work directly with the customer responding to projects, building trouble calls, retro-commissioning service calls, conduct building checks, and perform repairs. Interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and job specifications; estimate time and material to be used on the job; stock, maintain, completes necessary paperwork to requisition material and parts.
- 20% - Perform preventative maintenance and repair boiler/heating systems and steam distribution systems. Operate heating systems, incinerators, large and small boilers and furnaces. Perform CSD-1 inspections on required heating equipment.
- 20% - Perform preventative maintenance on commercial HVAC systems. Troubleshoot, repair, and install commercial HVAC systems and controls, consisting of pneumatic, electric, and electronic components. Perform system inspections.
- 10% - Perform preventative maintenance on residential/light commercial HVAC systems. Troubleshoot, repair, and install residential/light commercial HVAC/boiler systems and controls. Perform system inspections.
- 10% - Respond to general odor calls. Respond to and work with local utility on natural gas calls. Respond to and work with Environmental Health and Safety for chemical odor calls.
- 10% - Time tracking, job cost, record keeping, customer contact, material procurement. Correspondence through email, training, meetings, and professional development. This position will carry an on-call cell phone on a weekly rotating basis. This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship.
Minimum Requirements
- Completion of high school education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
- Successful completion of an applicable trade-specific Trades Helper program, or completion of an approved apprenticeship program, or an associate degree, or equivalent education/experience.
- Five years’ experience in the trade that includes five years of experience in commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) installation including two years of experience in commercial heating systems installation, maintenance and troubleshooting and demonstrated ability to independently perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification, or equivalent experience.
- Possession of the State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor’s License - #2 (HVAC and Gas Piping) or successful completion of Trades Competency Test prior to completion of applicable trial or probation period.
- Must have possession of a State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor’s License - #6 (Unlimited Heating Service) or successful completion of Trades Competency Test to receive progression step increases at and after the 12-month mark.
- Possession of State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor’s License - #2(HVAC and Gas Piping) and #6(Unlimited Heating Service) and successful completion of Trades Competency Test to receive progression step increases at and after the 18-month mark.
- Expert knowledge of the operation of high-pressure (>15 psi) boilers.
- Expert knowledge of the hydronic heating and cooling and process piping systems.
- Expert knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the trade.
- Expert knowledge of applicable building codes, rules, and regulations (local, state, and federal).
- Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.
- Must furnish own hand tools.
- Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.
Desired Qualifications
Five or more years of experience in the operation and maintenance of central commercial-industrial HVAC systems, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repair of direct digital control systems associated with that equipment; familiarity with individualized package control systems; possession of a State of Michigan mechanical contractor’s license with unlimited heating, knowledge of and experience with the following systems: Phoenix Lab Pressurization Control, Siemens Building Management System, and Delta Building Management System; knowledge of and experience in the operation and troubleshooting of room level pressurization controls, laboratory ventilation controls; knowledge of and experience with Hydronic heating systems; comprehensive understanding of HVAC systems and component interactions; demonstrated experience with instruments used for testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB); excellent customer relations skills; and proficient in the use of a laptop computer. A lifelong learner and problem solver with strong technical skills and communication skills, who focuses on innovative solutions aligned with University goals.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
RESUME
Work Hours
NON-STANDARD/VARIABLE WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.
Summary of Physical Demands
Duties associated with this position involve lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, pushing/pulling, and climbing ladder, stairs, and working from various types of equipment, including scaffolding.
Summary of Health Risks
Wear a respirator (does not include paper dust mask worn for comfort).
The Bidding Eligibility ends on 03/10/2026 at 11: 55 PM
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Boiler Mechanic
Emphasize specialized certifications over degrees
Many boiler mechanic positions accept technical certifications and apprenticeship completion instead of requiring a four-year degree, making visa qualification more accessible.
Target industrial facilities and power plants
Large industrial employers are more familiar with visa sponsorship processes and have greater resources to navigate the petition filing requirements.
Highlight experience with complex boiler systems
Document expertise with high-pressure boilers, steam generation systems, and specialized industrial equipment to demonstrate the specialty occupation nature of your role.
Consider union-affiliated employers
Unionized facilities often have established sponsorship protocols and may offer stronger support throughout the visa petition process for skilled mechanical trades.
Research state licensing requirements early
Some states require specific boiler operator licenses or stationary engineer certifications that may take months to obtain before starting employment.
Network through professional mechanical associations
Organizations like ASME and local boiler inspector associations can connect you with employers who understand the value of international technical expertise.
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Do I need a bachelor's degree for H-1B sponsorship as a boiler mechanic?
Not necessarily. While H-1B typically requires a degree, boiler mechanics can qualify through the 3-for-1 rule where three years of relevant experience substitutes for one year of education. A two-year associate degree plus six years of hands-on boiler experience could meet the requirements. Specialized certifications in pressure vessel operations, steam systems, or industrial HVAC strengthen your case significantly.
What visa options work best for boiler mechanics?
H-1B remains the most common path, especially for complex industrial boiler systems that require specialized knowledge. The TN visa works for Canadian and Mexican citizens in certain engineering technician roles. Some boiler mechanics may qualify for EB-3 skilled worker green cards if the employer demonstrates difficulty finding qualified U.S. workers for the specific technical requirements.
Which industries sponsor boiler mechanics most often?
Power generation companies, large manufacturing facilities, hospitals with central steam plants, universities with district heating systems, and petrochemical plants sponsor most frequently. These employers understand the specialized nature of boiler operations and have experience with visa petitions. Municipal utilities and federal contractors also sponsor but may have additional security clearance requirements.
How do I prove the specialty occupation requirement?
Focus on complex technical aspects like pressure vessel design, steam turbine integration, emissions control systems, or computerized boiler management systems. Document experience with specific boiler types, pressure ratings, and fuel systems. Obtain letters from previous supervisors explaining the technical complexity and specialized knowledge required. Industry certifications from NBBI or similar organizations add credibility.
What are common denial reasons for boiler mechanic H-1B petitions?
USCIS often questions whether basic boiler maintenance constitutes a specialty occupation. Strengthen your petition by emphasizing advanced technical aspects, complex system integration, regulatory compliance expertise, or supervisory responsibilities. Avoid job descriptions that focus solely on routine maintenance. Include documentation of specialized training, advanced certifications, and experience with sophisticated industrial control systems.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Boiler Mechanic jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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