Boiler Systems Technician

Job No: 501965
Work Type: AFSCME
Location: Newark, DE
Categories: Facilities Services and Campus Planning, Full Time

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Knowledge and ability to install, repair, and replace steam-generating equipment and accessories.
• Ability to test and maintain boiler and steam systems in compliance with published standards, applicable codes, and established work standards.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods and principles of fire tube and water tube boilers.
• Knowledge of fire and water safety control systems.
• Demonstrated ability in working with multiple boilers and pressure vessels.
• Ability to repair, dismantle, install, or move machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools applicable to the trade.
• Pipe fitting and gas/electric welding, brazing, or soldering skills required for steam, gas, or water service.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation accurately.
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.

Required Minimum Training and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in maintenance and repair of domestic high-pressure, commercial, and industrial district plant heating systems.
• Experience should include work with high-pressure multiple steam boilers with a total capacity greater than 70,000 pounds per hour of steam.

Additional Requirements

With or without assistance, must be able to exert:

• 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally,
• 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and
• 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, job-related materials, and/or equipment.

Must be able to:

• Climb stairs, use ladders and aerial lifts,
• Work on rooftops, from scaffolding, and high areas using appropriate harness and tether equipment,
• Use ramps and aerial lift devices above ground level, and
• Work in pits or confined spaces as needed.

Requires the ability to discern colors accurately.

Should operating conditions dictate, or in the event of multiple operator absences, the Boiler Mechanic will be assigned to a shift as needed.

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity

The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.