Position Title: Boiler Maintenance Technicians - Columbia, SC

Location: Columbia, South Carolina

Professional Direct Hire

Description: HTI is recruiting experienced Boiler Service Technicians for a large regional company that provides boiler maintenance service to industrial facilities. These positions are full-time and direct hire, with full benefits that start right away.

The total annual income will be between approximately $55,000 - $140,000 / year, depending on experience level. The hourly pay rate ranges from $25/hour for apprentice Service Technicians up to $65/hour for Level 5 Service Technicians. The company offers fantastic benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, 401K with company match, and a generous PTO plan.

**Please note:

• These positions may require overnight travel to customer locations within the region (potentially 1 or 2 nights per week when required).
• Candidates must currently be located in or near the Columbia, South Carolina area.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. The company provides a vehicle for service trips, a fuel card, and a company cell phone; they also provide per diem for overnight travel.

Requirements:

• Must have 3+ years of experience as a Boiler Tech, Maintenance Tech, or Facilities Tech, performing maintenance on boilers or similar systems for industrial and/or commercial customers
  • Veterans with experience as Nuclear Machinist Mates, Machinist Mates, or Enginemen are encouraged to apply
• Must have both electrical and mechanical experience
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record with no major infractions
• Ability to lock out/tag out, drain, operate, troubleshoot, inspect, and test hot water and steam boilers
• Experience with preventative maintenance, lubrication, pneumatics, piping/plumbing repair, HVAC fundamentals, belt replacement, electrical schematics, and troubleshooting
• Strong customer service and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• This company will require a background check and drug screening after a job offer is accepted

Job duties include:

• Perform maintenance/service on industrial boilers, heat exchangers, and other boiler plant equipment
• Inspect equipment to identify and diagnose operational problems
• Perform repairs and replace parts (gaskets, controls, etc.)
• Perform periodic preventative maintenance inspections
• Troubleshoot and repair burners
• Install new low-emissions burners
• Retrofit boiler controls, including PLC, microprocessor, and instrumentation component/systems
• Commission, troubleshoot and adjust combustion on a variety of burners and boilers
• Document replacement parts required for repairs, and document repair services that were provided
• Request parts and materials needed to complete repairs/maintenance work
• Transport materials and parts to customer locations
• Document all activities and submit paperwork daily on all work performed

Job Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 3 weeks of PTO per year, plus paid holidays
• Fuel card, per diem for out-of-town stays
• Company tablet and cell phone