Boiler Combustion & Controls Technician

EMCOR Group, Inc.

Boiler Combustion & Controls Technician starting up, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial boiler systems for Mesa Energy Systems. Supporting field service calls, customer training, equipment improvements, and service reporting.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeBakersfield • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45 - $65 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, with a strong ability to perform independent start-up and troubleshooting of boilers and related equipment. Proficient in customer communication and relationship building, ensuring effective service delivery and problem resolution.

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Boiler Start-UpElectrical Systems KnowledgeMechanical Systems KnowledgeCustomer CommunicationField Service Reporting

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Hard Skills

Electrical Testing EquipmentMechanical Testing EquipmentBasic Electrical RepairsBasic Mechanical RepairsArithmetic ComputationProficiency in Microsoft OfficeProficiency in Google AppsUse of Hand ToolsUse of Power ToolsUse of Multimeters

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem-SolvingCustomer Relationship ManagementFlexibilitySelf-Starting

Tools & Technologies

Combustion AnalyzersTabletsSmartphones

Industry Keywords

Industrial Steam OperationsPower Plant OperationsField ServiceEquipment TrainingSales Opportunities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Fire boilers and related equipment using test equipment, meters, mechanical abilities, and electrical abilities to ensure proper operation before and during installation
Perform independent start-up of boilers and related equipment
Interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule instructions
Assist the Service team with field service calls, including start-up, troubleshooting, and other service activities
Perform basic electrical and mechanical repairs on boiler and auxiliary equipment
Communicate with customers to determine boiler-specific problems, provide equipment training, explain services and operations, and provide engineering support
Complete field service reports documenting work performed, problems, and hours worked
Address issues and concerns through problem-solving
Develop and maintain customer relations and rapport
Identify new sales opportunities and equipment improvements
Promote company products and services

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
At least four years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in industrial steam and power plant operations
Familiarity with electrical and mechanical testing equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, contractors, sales personnel, and shop and service employees
Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute ratios and percentages
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google App programs
Ability to use a tablet and/or smartphone
Ability to use hand and power tools, combustion analyzers, and multimeters
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to work around fumes, airborne particles, extreme heat, electrical hazards, moving mechanical parts, heights, and outdoor weather conditions
May require overnight travel and overtime
Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering studies preferred
Must be punctual, flexible, trainable, and self-starting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits package
Benefits provided through local labor union aligned with collective bargaining agreement
Overtime opportunities