Boiler Mechanic - Coastal

CALIFORNIA BOILER INC•Oxnard, CA

5d•$30 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Mechanic performs their duties while supporting California Boiler’s mission, vision, and values. This is an entry level position, and the mechanic is expected to learn how to operate independently in the field of operations. This includes handling themselves in a safe and professional manner. Customer care is our second priority after safety. Speaking with the customers and coordinating with the shop the needs, limitations and expectations of the customer is critical. Mechanics are to take direction from senior mechanics or boilermakers when they are working on the job. It is our expectation that every mechanic will become a boilermaker as they learn the trade and hone their skills. All mechanics should understand how to operate basic hand tools and power tools safely and correctly. At all times, safety is our number one priority and should be at the forefront of our minds. Mechanics should be able to retain information in a way that allows them to repeat tasks once they have been taught once. This is an entry level position, and the expectation is that mechanics must show an ability to learn, retain and repeat the skills that they are learning. It is expected that mechanics can perform simple annual inspections with little or no supervision. (Package hot water heaters; Raypak, RBI, Teledyne Laars, etc. and our rental units) diagnosing that we work on a wide variety of equipment and learning how to diagnose issues is key to our operation. Have a basic understanding of boiler controls, including but not limited to, operating control, high limit, low water, gas pressure switches, combustion air switch, etc. This includes the ability to perform a trip test on the boiler controls. Begin to learn how to install the equipment. This includes system installation, as well as knowing how many diverse types of equipment are supposed to be installed. This includes, but is not limited to, complete boilers, DA tanks, condensate tank, pumps, burners, gas regulators, steam headers, traps, etc. and all associated piping to connect these items into the system. Fill out your work orders and timesheet in a way that communicates with not only the customer, but other employees so the customer’s needs are met. This includes the completion of paperwork in a timely manner and submitted on time when required. Arrive to the Oxnard shop punctually, and ride along with an assigned boilermaker or technician to and from any/all job sites each day. Work as a team player with the other mechanics, technicians, boilermakers as work and scheduling conflicts may come up with after-hours work. It is expected and understood that there will be times when mechanics must be willing to take service calls and scheduled work outside normal business hours.

Requirements

A High School Diploma, GED, or a certification of completion from a field related to trade school, including basic to intermediate math skills, electrical knowledge, and welding skills.
Pre-existing basic mechanical skills, general safety and safe tool practices, and a mechanical acumen are required for this position.
Must be able to perform a variety of physically demanding tasks in industrial and field environments.
Frequent walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and working in confined spaces.
Required to have ordinary ambulatory skills to travel to locations.
May be required to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding to access elevated work areas.
Manual material handling is a key aspect of the role, requiring employees to lift, carry, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds independently, following proper ergonomic techniques.
For loads exceeding 50 pounds or for objects that are bulky, awkward, or difficult to handle alone, a team lift must be performed in alignment with NIOSH lifting guidelines.
Employees must use proper lifting mechanics, including keeping the load close to the body, avoiding twisting motions, and lifting with the legs rather than the back.
The use of mechanical aids, such as hoists, dollies, or forklifts, is encouraged whenever possible.
Must be physically capable of performing these duties safely and effectively while adhering to all company and OSHA safety regulations.
Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application information.
The employee is frequently required to walk, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.
Typically, time will be spent either traveling to a job location within a company vehicle or onsite at a job location.
Working at different onsite job sites may have you working in a highly precarious place, exposing you to dangerous chemicals, fumes, and noise that can cause ear damage.
Temperature conditions (extreme heat/cold), risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
To prevent bodily harm, protective equipment must be worn.
Ninety percent of your time will be spent on job site locations and can range from cold, wet exterior locations to extremely hot interior locations.
You will be expected to plan, dress, and hydrate accordingly.

Nice To Haves

Welding skills of different varieties are a plus but not required (heliarc, mig and tig, wire feed, stainless steel, etc.)
Basic electrical knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

Basic level of boiler system installation.
A basic ability to read and understand a variety of piping diagrams. This includes understanding the symbols and what they mean. The expectation is that with only a diagram the mechanic can figure out and understand how the system is intended to be installed.
A working knowledge of all applied tools and operation.
Basic welding skills. This includes stick/arc welding.
Basic mechanical skills and understanding, including but not limited to pipe fitting, welding, rigging, layout, job coordination.
Basic electrical knowledge is a plus. Ability limited to marking and disconnecting wires in a safe and responsible manner for safety and reconnection. This includes the ability to use an electrical multimeter to test live circuits.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook are important.
Basic understanding of electricity.
Customer service understanding is required. Understanding that this job requires us to have a solution at all times. If we cannot fix the problem, then our customers will go somewhere else.
Demonstrate critical thinking skills to actively troubleshoot arising problems that may occur on and off the jobsite.
Understanding that our customers run 24/7 and when their equipment breaks, we are expected to respond.
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the service supervisor or branch manager.
May assist in resolving customer complaints while on the work site.