STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Boiler Inspector

Hybrid

Recruitment #241115-7928AR-001

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Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Division of Construction Services - Office of the State Building Inspector, is currently accepting applications for Boiler Inspector.

What We Can Offer You:
Position Details:
  • Full-time, 40 hours/week 
  • Monday - Friday 
  • Hybrid work opportunity 
  • Office located at 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford 
Position Responsibilities: 
The Bureau of Boilers within the Office of the State Building Inspector is responsible for administration and enforcement of the Connecticut Safety Code for Boilers and Hot Water Heaters. This position will be responsible for performing inspections for boilers that are not inspected by insurance companies. This position is based out of the team's main office at 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford and will perform boiler inspections throughout Connecticut.

As a Boiler Inspector with the State of Connecticut, you will:
  • Conduct detailed inspections of boilers and pressure vessels to ensure compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
  • Identify potential risks and flaws in boiler systems and provide actionable recommendations to address these issues.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections, findings, and any corrective actions taken.
  • Collaborate with other state departments and collaborators to ensure seamless communication and effective resolution of any boiler-related concerns.
  • Provide expert advice and mentorship on boiler maintenance and safety practices to facility managers and other relevant personnel.
  • Take part in training and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with industry standards.

Selection Plan

To Apply:
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
  • In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.  If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting. 
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  • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
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  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
  • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
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Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Hayley Newhouse, at Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Office of the State Building Inspector this class is accountable for inspecting steam boilers for compliance with state laws, codes and regulations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs internal and external inspections of boilers; 
  • Witnesses hydrostatic tests on boilers; 
  • Examines piping systems; 
  • Inspects for presence of cracked, burned or bagged tubes; 
  • Examines boiler accessories; 
  • Inspects repairs and replacements of steam boilers; 
  • Consults with boiler repairers and approves type of repairs to be made; 
  • Writes reports and recommends abatements; 
  • Testifies at hearings and in court; 
  • May collect overdue fees for boiler operating certificates; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • methods and procedures used in manufacture and operation of all types of riveted and welded steam boilers; 
    • relevant state laws, statutes, regulations and American Society of Mechanical Engineers codes; 
    • inspection methods and techniques; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to
    • compute allowable pressure and strength requirements using standard formulas; 
    • read technical drawings, designs and specifications; 
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience in the construction, installation, repair and maintenance of steam boilers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in mechanical engineering or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience performing boiler inspections on behalf of an insurance company.
  • Experience with the Jurisdiction Online inspection software or other boiler inspection software.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications or software including Outlook and Word.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must possess at time of appointment and maintain during employment a National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors or a current Connecticut license in one of the following categories: S-1, S-2, S-3, or S-4.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions and some risk of injury.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.


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