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 Alabama and the Southern 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 systemsCommercial 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 Texas
  • LouisianaMississippiAlabamaArkansasFloridaGeorgiaSurrounding 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 systemsIndustrial electrical troubleshootingBurner controls
  • Mechanical or industrial field service
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Combustion systems
  • Electrical troubleshootingBurner management controls
  • Limit and safety circuits
  • Ability to work independently in field environmentsStrong communication and customer service skills
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record
  • Willingness and ability to travel throughout the Southern U.S.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Journeyman Electrician certification
  • Experience with:
  • Fireye, Siemens, Honeywell, or similar controlsPLCs and VFDsSteam and hot water systemsCommercial hydronic systemsIndustrial combustion systems
  • Startup and commissioning work
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Compensation$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 McCainDiverse industrial and commercial work environmentsStrong 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
  • Mobile Alabama (Travel Required) Travel Throughout Southern U.S.Job Type Full-Time

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