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Commercial Boiler Technician (Junior Level)

Insight Global

Richmond, VAJob$20–25/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$20–25/hr
Location
Richmond, VA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Level II EPA 608 Or AboveValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Boiler Plant Technician supports daily operations at an educational facility outside Richmond. The role monitors boiler plant equipment, records operating readings, inspects system conditions, and reports potential issues. It is suited to an early-career HVAC or mechanical technician; extensive boiler experience is not required, and the onsite team provides training. The schedule rotates across day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC MaintenanceFacilities MaintenanceMechanical MaintenanceEPA 608 CertificationHand and Power ToolsHVAC SystemsTroubleshootingComputer SoftwareMobile ApplicationsReporting ToolsCommunicationTeamworkSafety ProceduresCommercial HVAC MaintenanceCommercial HVAC RepairElectrical SystemsMechanical Systems

Qualifications

1+ Years Related ExperienceLevel II EPA 608 or AboveValid Driver's LicenseClean Driving RecordTrade School Coursework or Vocational Training

Full job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Boiler Plant Technician / HVAC Technician III to support daily operations at educational facility outside of Richmond. This is a great opportunity for an early-career HVAC or mechanical technician looking to gain hands-on experience operating and maintaining commercial boiler plant equipment.

The technician will primarily monitor boiler plant operations, take equipment readings, document system conditions, and identify potential issues. Extensive boiler experience is not required, as the onsite team will provide training.

Key Responsibilities •Monitor daily operation of boilers and associated boiler plant equipment. •Record boiler temperatures, pressures, water levels, fuel usage, and other operating readings. •Perform routine rounds throughout the plant to inspect equipment and system conditions. •Monitor pumps, valves, burners, controls, piping, and other mechanical equipment. •Identify abnormal equipment conditions, alarms, leaks, pressure changes, or unusual noises and report them appropriately. •Assist with boiler startup, shutdown, and basic operating procedures under the direction of experienced technicians. •Perform basic preventive maintenance and equipment checks. •Check boiler water levels and assist with water treatment monitoring and testing as trained. •Maintain accurate daily operating logs, inspection records, and maintenance documentation. •Keep boiler plant and mechanical areas clean, organized, and safe. •Communicate equipment issues and shift updates to other technicians and supervisors. •Follow plant safety procedures, including proper PPE and lockout/tagout requirements when applicable. •Assist experienced technicians with troubleshooting and minor repairs. •Respond appropriately to plant alarms and equipment issues according to established procedures.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Compensation The anticipated pay range for this position is:

  • Boiler Tech / HVAC Technician III (1-4 years of experience): $20.00 – $25.00 per hour Compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant factors. Compensation ranges are included in accordance with pay transparency requirements

Location: Richmond, VA Schedule: Candidates must be comfortable working a rotating schedule, including: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Weekend shifts as required by the rotation

Skills and Requirements

  • 1–4 years of experience in HVAC, facilities maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or a related field.
  • EPA 608 Certification level II or above.
  • Valid, unexpired driver's license.
  • Clean driving record
  • Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
  • Ability to learn HVAC systems, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Proficient in using computer software, mobile applications, and reporting tools
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while following established safety procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience assisting with commercial HVAC maintenance or repair.
  • Trade school coursework or vocational training related to HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].

How this job compares

Set against the 1,347 open HVAC Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 8, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$20–25/hr
  • Virginia median$23–45/hr34 hourly ranges
  • US median$29–41/hr581 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $22.50/hr, is 33% below the Virginia median midpoint ($34/hr) — in the lowest quarter of HVAC Technician hourly ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 56 open HVAC Technician jobs in Virginia and 1,347 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four HVAC Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 4 years, across 861 postings).
Education
5 of the 1,347 open HVAC Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 8, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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