Combustion Technician - White Tail Automation

White Tail Automation • Midland, TX

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About The Position

White Tail Automation is seeking a Combustion Technician to tune burners, troubleshoot combustion issues, optimize system performance, and help customers operate safely and efficiently. The position involves independent field work, complex technical problem-solving, leading standard BMS installation activities, assisting with commissioning, and mentoring less-experienced technicians. The technician will travel to customer locations and respond to service requirements as needed.

The Crimson Group provides automation, instrumentation, electrical design, and process operation solutions. Its services include design, project management, panel manufacturing, installation and commissioning, maintenance, and repair for North America and select international markets.

The role follows a Monday–Friday schedule with 8- to 10-hour days, with potential overtime and call-outs. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks and drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

• Demonstrated competency as a Combustion Technician.
• Advanced understanding of ND burner operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to independently tune ND burners.
• Strong understanding of BMS operation and related components.
• Working knowledge of FD burners and controls.
• Ability to evaluate customer sites and determine basic combustion system requirements.
• Knowledge of applicable regional emissions requirements.
• Ability to complete accurate emissions testing and customer reporting.
• Ability to lead BMS installation activities.
• Strong troubleshooting, mechanical, and technical skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound field decisions.
• Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior technicians.
• Willingness to travel and work in varying field environments.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record, where required.

Responsibilities

• Independently tune ND burners to achieve safe, reliable, and optimal performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex burner and combustion issues.
• Evaluate burner performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and operation.
• Apply advanced knowledge of ND burner operation, combustion principles, and related components.
• Use working knowledge of forced draft (FD) burners and associated controls.
• Evaluate customer sites and equipment to identify combustion system requirements.
• Work with customers and internal teams to define equipment and project requirements.
• Lead standard BMS installation activities and coordinate installation work as required.
• Assist with startup, commissioning, testing, and optimization of combustion systems.
• Understand applicable emissions requirements within the technician's home region.
• Perform required emissions testing and prepare accurate customer reports.
• Maintain complete and accurate service, testing, and commissioning documentation.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to customers.
• Provide technical guidance and support to less-experienced technicians.
• Identify additional customer service, repair, and equipment opportunities.
• Follow company, customer, manufacturer, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Maintain a professional customer-facing presence.
• Travel to customer locations and respond to service requirements as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit package.
• An environment of continuous learning with opportunities to enhance skills and experience and grow within the organization.
• Opportunity to participate in charitable events through the RedTail Community Foundation.

What This Job Offers

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