Boiler Service Technician

Industrial Boiler & Commercial Service Technician Travel-Based Field Service Role | Southern U.S. Region McCain Engineering Join a Respected Industry Leader McCain Engineering is seeking an experienced Industrial Boiler & Commercial Service Technician to support industrial, institutional, and commercial customers throughout Ohio and the Northern United States. This is a high-level, hands-on field service role involving: Boiler troubleshooting and repair

• Combustion tuning
• Startup and commissioning
• Controls and electrical diagnostics
• Preventive maintenance
• Emergency service support
• Our technicians work on both: Large industrial steam and hot water systems
• Commercial and institutional boiler systems
• Projects may include manufacturing facilities, hospitals, universities, schools, commercial buildings, processing plants, and temporary/rental boiler installations. Position Overview This is primarily a travel-based field service position supporting customers across the Southern U.S. region.

Typical Travel Areas

• Ohio
• Pennsylvania
• Indianna
• Illinois

Occasional Travel Areas

• Kentucky
• Tennessee
• Carolinas
• Louisiana
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Alabama
• Arkansas
• Florida
• Georgia
• Surrounding Gulf Coast states
• Travel may include: Overnight stays
• Multi-day service projects
• Planned shutdowns
• Startup and commissioning assignments
• Emergency service calls
• Technicians are typically dispatched directly to job sites and operate independently in the field.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial and commercial boiler systems
• Perform combustion analysis and burner tuning
• Diagnose electrical, controls, and automation issues
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and control drawings
• Perform startup and commissioning of boilers, burners, and related systems
• Support temporary/rental boiler projects
• Inspect and service safeties, valves, pumps, and limit circuits
• Interface directly with plant personnel, facility managers, contractors, and customers
• Complete service reports and communicate findings professionally

What We’re Looking For

• Required Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience in one or more of the following:
• Industrial boiler service
• Commercial boiler service
• Combustion systems
• Industrial electrical troubleshooting
• Burner controls
• Mechanical or industrial field service

Strong understanding of:

• Combustion systems
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Burner management controls
• Limit and safety circuits
• Ability to work independently in field environments
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the Southern U.S.
• Preferred QualificationsJourneyman Electrician certification

Experience with:

• Fireye, Siemens, Honeywell, or similar controls
• PLCs and VFDs
• Steam and hot water systems
• Commercial hydronic systems
• Industrial combustion systems
• Startup and commissioning work

Compensation & BenefitsCompensation$35–$50/hr depending on experience and qualifications

• Significant overtime opportunities available
• Experienced technicians commonly earn $110k–$160k+ annually with overtime and travel work

Benefits Package

• Company service truck
• Fuel card
• Paid travel expenses
• Hotel accommodations provided during travel
• Daily per diem when applicable
• Health insurance
• Paid time off & holidays
• Simple IRA with company match
• Tool allowance
• Manufacturer and factory training opportunities
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with a growing company

Why Technicians Join McCain

• Diverse industrial and commercial work environments
• Strong earning potential
• Consistent work and overtime opportunities
• Exposure to advanced combustion and controls systems
• Opportunity to grow into senior technician and leadership roles
• Nearly 100 years of company history and industry reputation

Job Location

Cleveland Ohio (Travel Required) Travel Throughout Southern U.S.

Job Type Full-Time