Boiler Inspector (Hybrid)

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

• 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 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.

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

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.

• 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

• 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.

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