HQF Steam Plant Mechanic

•   Operate, repair, replace, troubleshoot, overhaul, and maintain boilers, boiler controls, boiler safety devices, boiler chemical pumps, boiler chemical lines, piping, valves, steam traps, regulators, steam generators, non-electric pumps, steam systems, condensate systems, humidity systems plus all other equipment for production and delivery of steam and hot water energy to help maintain effective, efficient and a safe environment.
•   Perform routine preventive maintenance on boilers, including annual overhauls, steam traps, regulators, non-electric pumps, valves, piping, steam generators, chemical pumps and feed lines.
•   Understand the chemistry of boiler water and be able to test and maintain critical chemical levels to keep the boiler and piping protected from scale, corrosion, caustic embrittlement, and carryover.
•   Work safely with boilers and steam equipment and understand the hazard or working with boilers and both high-and low- pressure steam, making safety a priority. 
•   Use power tools, work from a ladder, work in confined spaces, work in high temperature and noisy boiler rooms, can lift 50lbs, and work standing for extended periods of time.
•   Work from blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and drawings to build or repair piping and equipment. 
•   May work with architects, engineers and vendors to research problems and identify parts.
•   Perform other tasks as assigned by Management.

•   High school diploma or equivalent
•   Journeyman license/ certification
•   Five years journeyman level experience in a related field (plumbing, electrical, HVACR, or controls).
•   Complete and become certified in the Boiler 1 training from GCAP within 3 years of working as a steam mechanic while working in the position. 
•   Completion of an approved apprenticeship in steam boiler plant operation.
•   Demonstrates a knowledge of boiler operation, the steam cycle, the boiler’s sequence of operations and safety, understands steam and condensate systems.
•   A welding background is helpful.
•   Must be able to read, write, and understand English for general communication, video training, and safety.
•   Must have a valid driver’s license.
•   Must be able to pass all required safety and equipment certifications.
•   Computer experience is needed for trainings and time entry.
•   Must be able to work as a team.
•   Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs.
•   Must be able to fit into confined spaces such as manholes, crawl spaces, boilers, etc.