Boiler Technician

Cogent Talent Solutions • Baltimore, MD

1d • $36 - $40

About The Position

This full-time position focuses primarily on servicing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and installing residential and light commercial steam and hot water heating systems in Baltimore, Maryland, and surrounding communities. The technician works with natural gas- and oil-fired boilers, traditional steam systems, hydronic systems, and modern boiler technologies. The role calls for strong mechanical and plumbing knowledge, sound troubleshooting judgment, careful workmanship, and professional customer communication. There may also be opportunities to assist with related plumbing and mechanical work; forced-air heating experience is welcome but not required. The position offers compensation of $36–$40 per hour, health insurance and available employee benefits, paid time off, technical training and professional development, and opportunities to advance into senior technical, mentoring, training, and leadership roles.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience servicing, repairing, or installing steam and/or hot water heating systems.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and understanding of piping and heat distribution.
• Ability to diagnose electrical and mechanical components associated with boiler operation.
• Familiarity with heating system safety controls and proper service procedures.
• Ability to communicate professionally with residential and commercial customers.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and continuing professional development.
• Technical knowledge, curiosity, craftsmanship, and sound judgment.
• Ability to understand how an entire heating system operates and identify root causes of problems.
• Careful installation practices and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Maryland plumbing license or equivalent relevant trade experience.
• Advanced knowledge of one-pipe and two-pipe steam heating systems.
• Experience with Burnham, Weil-McLain, Peerless, Crown, Utica, and other major boiler manufacturers.
• Experience with light commercial boiler rooms and multi-zone heating systems.
• Knowledge of combustion analysis, burner adjustments, and hydronic system balancing.
• Familiarity with modern high-efficiency condensing boilers and associated controls.
• Experience with oil-fired heating equipment.
• Experience with forced-air heating equipment.
• Familiarity with ServiceTitan or similar field service software.
• Strong plumbing background and understanding of piping and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair residential and light commercial steam and hot water heating systems.
• Service natural gas- and oil-fired boilers, depending on experience.
• Diagnose and repair burners, ignition systems, gas valves, circulators, zone valves, aquastats, pressure controls, and safety devices.
• Troubleshoot steam heating issues, including water hammer, uneven heating, venting deficiencies, and condensate return problems.
• Diagnose hydronic heating problems involving circulation, air elimination, expansion tanks, zoning, and system pressure.
• Perform seasonal maintenance, safety inspections, combustion analysis, and efficiency evaluations.
• Identify opportunities to improve heating system performance, reliability, and longevity.
• Install and replace residential and light commercial steam and hot water boilers.
• Perform near-boiler piping, hydronic distribution piping, venting, and control installations.
• Evaluate existing heating systems and assist in developing appropriate repair and replacement solutions.
• Work with traditional and modern boiler technologies.
• Ensure installations meet manufacturer specifications, applicable codes, and established quality standards.
• Assist with related plumbing and mechanical work as appropriate to experience, interests, and seasonal demand.
• Communicate system problems and appropriate solutions clearly to customers, and help them make informed decisions.
• Work collaboratively with plumbing and electrical professionals when issues cross trade boundaries.

Benefits

• Health insurance and available employee benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for technical training and professional development.
• Opportunities to advance into senior technical, mentoring, training, and leadership roles.
• Competitive compensation based on experience and technical ability.

What This Job Offers

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