Duties & Responsibilities - May include any/all of the following:

• Tests electrical system to determine voltage, using voltage meter.
• Observes pressure, temperature, and draft meters on panel to verify specified operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators, stoker, pulverizer, and burners.
• Turns valves and adjusts controls to set specified fuel feed, draft openings, water level, and steam pressure of boiler
• Observes boiler and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions and makes repairs, such as changing burners and tightening pipes and fittings.
• May test boiler feed water, using specified chemicals.
• May maintain log of meter and gauge readings and record data, such as water test results and quantity of fuel consumed.
• Operates automatically fired boilers to generate steam that supplies heat or power for buildings or industrial processes: Lights gas- or oil-fed burners, using torch.
• May be designated according to fuel burned, type of boilers, or class of license required.
• Follows all safety rules and procedures and operates electrical equipment in accordance with established safety regulations and department policies.
• Assist in taking on supplies and equipment.
• Understand basic one pipe, and two pipe steam systems and hydronic systems.
• Records temperature, pressure, water levels, fuel consumption, and other data at specified intervals in logbook.
• Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines
• Reads dials of temperature, pressure, and ampere gauges and meters to detect malfunctions and ensure specified operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions in electrical circuits as necessary. Inspects wiring, checks connections and power sources, and logs repair needs.
• Installs and maintains motors, wiring, and all electrical equipment including control work for lighting, motors, and instrumentation.