3rd Class Engineer Full Time

NRG SERVICES•Quincy, MA

About The Position

The 3rd Class Engineer performs routine maintenance and operational monitoring of boiler equipment and systems, including low-pressure, high-pressure, power, and steam boilers, as well as hot water heating systems. The role includes replacing defective components, monitoring safe and proper operation, arranging periodic cleaning, testing and treating boiler water, and making adjustments to fuel and water levels, pressure, and temperature. The engineer maintains accurate operating, maintenance, and inspection records; responds to equipment failures and system malfunctions; and reports potentially dangerous equipment or safety violations to a supervisor. The position also requires compliance with safety procedures, including those for handling and storing hazardous materials, and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of industrial boiler operation and maintenance.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Excellent mechanical skills.
Ability to follow safety procedures and processes.
Excellent communication skills.
Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and on-call if necessary.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid state Boiler Engineer 3rd Class license.
Technical or vocational school training and experience working with industrial boilers.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on boiler equipment and systems.
Maintain low-pressure boilers, high-pressure boilers, power boilers, steam boilers, and hot water heating systems.
Replace defective valves, filters, and steam gauges.
Monitor boiler systems to ensure safe and proper operation and facilitate periodic boiler cleaning.
Test boiler water for corrosive deposits and treat it with chemicals to prevent buildup.
Comply with relevant safety regulations and procedures, including the handling and storage of hazardous materials.
Maintain accurate records of boiler operations, maintenance activities, and inspections.
Address boiler system problems and notify maintenance when needed.
Monitor fuel and water levels, pressure, and temperature readings, and make adjustments to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Respond to emergencies such as equipment failures or system malfunctions and take appropriate corrective actions.
Contact a supervisor about potentially dangerous equipment or safety violations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.