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Per Diem Fireman

EMCOR Facilities Services
Cambridge, MA Per Diem
POSTED ON 6/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026
We offer a single-source solution for a complete range of facilities services, including equipment repair and replacement, preventive and predictive maintenance, and facility and equipment operations. We manage, service, and maintain the sophisticated facilities and systems that help our clients keep their competitive edge.

Job Summary

Operate, monitor and repair boiler plant under the direction of Massachusetts 3 rd Class Stationary Engineer. Carry out preventive maintenance tasks as scheduled or requested. Communicates with Chief Engineer and Facility Manager on a regular basis generates logs and/or reports as required

  • Reports to EFS Account Manager or Stationary 3 rd Class Engineer (MA).
  • Cooperates with and assists others in a common effort to promote goodwill and Company growth.
  • Perform additional duties as requested by the Stationary 3 rd Class Engineer or Client representative.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Holds a current license as a 2 nd Class Fireman (MA).
  • Ability to operate valves and associated HVAC components.
  • Ability to climb 20 feet on a ladder maintaining balance to perform work/repairs.
  • Knowledge of HVAC equipment to enable proper servicing and repairs.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with customers/tenants orally or in print.
  • Operate boiler plant
  • Perform calculations for utility use, watch steam etc.
  • Assist any licensed tradesperson as required.
  • Make recommendations to supervisor on any defective equipment in his/her area of responsibility.
  • Keep accurate time sheets.
  • Submit as required all logs and report for all work done.
  • Repair and troubleshoot gas and oil-fired burners, HVAC equipment and related controls as applies.
  • Make periodic building rounds to check all boiler plant equipment and keep accurate log sheets as required.
  • Ensure safe working conditions are being maintained in areas under his/her care, reporting any safety violations to supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 to 5 years direct experience in boiler operations and maintenance.
  • State issued 2 nd Class Fireman License
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal along with good customer service skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

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