Boiler Technician

J. F. Ahern • Stevens Point, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ahern is hiring a Boiler Technician to support projects throughout the North Central region of Wisconsin, including Stevens Point, Wausau, and surrounding areas. The role is responsible for safe, reliable, and efficient operation of steam systems in industrial and commercial environments. The technician inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs boilers and associated equipment, monitors system performance, and performs preventive maintenance and emergency repairs. The work includes boilers, pumps, valves, piping, and steam systems, with compliance to CSD1 regulations, state boiler codes, and union safety standards. The technician maintains accurate maintenance logs and documentation and collaborates with engineers and plant personnel to optimize system performance and respond to emergency calls and system shutdowns as needed.

Ahern describes itself as a family-owned mechanical and fire protection contractor with more than 145 years of history. It provides field employees with new tools and technology, emphasizes safety, and offers hands-on project work. As employees progress in their careers, field employees receive personalized, regularly upgraded Ahern vehicles.

Requirements

• Completion of a Steamfitter or Pipefitter Apprenticeship Program; union preferred.
• Active membership in, or ability to join, the local Steamfitters Union.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• At least 5 years of experience working with industrial or commercial boiler systems.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in confined or elevated spaces.
• Comfort working in high-temperature environments.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of high-pressure steam systems.
• Union membership or apprenticeship experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, maintain, and repair boilers and associated equipment.
• Monitor steam-system performance to uphold safety and efficiency standards.
• Use technical drawings and diagnostic tools to identify and resolve mechanical and system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on boilers, pumps, valves, piping, and steam systems.
• Ensure compliance with CSD1 regulations, state boiler codes, and union safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and plant personnel to optimize system performance.
• Respond to emergency calls and system shutdowns as needed.

Benefits

• Wages and benefits per the Steamfitters Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid training and advancement opportunities.
• Overtime opportunities.
• New tools and technology.
• Personalized, regularly upgraded Ahern vehicles for field employees as they progress in their careers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed