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  • Combustion Field Service Engineer
    Combustion Field Service Engineer
    1 day ago
    $80000–$120000 yearly
    Full-time
    Bethpage

    Position Summary- REMOTE The Combustion Field Service Engineer is responsible for supporting the installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, tuning, inspection, and service of industrial combustion systems used on ovens, furnaces, washers, dry-off ovens, thermal systems, and related finishing equipment. This position works directly with customers, field crews, controls engineers, mechanical engineers, project managers, and vendors to ensure combustion equipment operates safely, reliably, and according to project requirements. The role requires strong technical ability, hands-on troubleshooting skills, field communication skills, and a willingness to travel to customer sites. The ideal candidate has experience with industrial burners, gas trains, safety shutoff systems, fuel-air ratio control, temperature control, combustion blowers, exhaust systems, and industrial oven or furnace operation. Key Responsibilities Field Service & Commissioning · Travel to customer sites to support installation, startup, commissioning, service, and troubleshooting of industrial combustion systems. · Inspect burner assemblies, gas trains, air piping, fuel piping, combustion blowers, exhaust systems, pressure switches, flame safeguards, valves, regulators, and related components. · Assist with burner light-off, pilot setup, main flame setup, low-fire and high-fire adjustment, and combustion tuning. · Verify proper operation of combustion safety devices, interlocks, purge sequences, flame detection systems, and burner management controls. · Support startup and commissioning of ovens, furnaces, dry-off ovens, washers, and other thermal process equipment. · Perform system inspections and identify mechanical, electrical, controls, or combustion-related issues. · Diagnose and resolve field issues involving burner performance, flame stability, temperature control, pressure problems, nuisance trips, uneven heating, or poor system operation. · Work with controls engineers to verify burner control logic, alarms, interlocks, permissives, and operating sequences. · Document startup settings, field changes, test results, and service findings. Combustion System Troubleshooting · Troubleshoot natural gas, propane, combustion air, pilot, ignition, flame detection, and burner management issues. · Evaluate gas train components including regulators, safety shutoff valves, proof-of-closure switches, vent valves, pressure switches, gauges, and manual valves. · Check combustion air supply, burner air settings, blower operation, draft conditions, and exhaust performance. · Identify issues related to fuel pressure, air pressure, flame signal, ignition reliability, burner turndown, and temperature stability. · Make recommendations for repair, replacement, adjustment, or redesign when systems are not operating correctly. · Support emergency service calls and customer troubleshooting when equipment is down or performing poorly. Technical Support & Communication · Communicate clearly with customers, plant maintenance teams, contractors, vendors, and internal project teams. · Provide field feedback to engineering, controls, purchasing, and project management. · Assist with reviewing drawings, burner manuals, gas train layouts, equipment manuals, and control sequences. · Support the creation of service reports, inspection reports, punch lists, startup documentation, and customer recommendations. · Communicate parts needs to purchasing and help identify replacement components. · Assist with training customers on proper equipment operation, safety checks, startup procedures, shutdown procedures, and routine maintenance. Safety & Compliance · Follow company safety policies and customer site safety requirements. · Support combustion system work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, customer specifications, and industry best practices. · Verify that safety devices and interlocks are operating as intended before equipment is released for production. · Identify unsafe conditions and communicate concerns immediately to the appropriate internal and customer contacts. · Maintain accurate documentation of combustion settings, safety checks, field adjustments, and service recommendations. Required Skills & Qualifications · Experience with industrial combustion systems, burners, ovens, furnaces, dryers, thermal oxidizers, or related industrial heating equipment. · Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, controls, and combustion-related issues in the field. · Understanding of burner operation, fuel-air ratio, pilot systems, flame detection, combustion air, exhaust, draft, and temperature control. · Familiarity with gas train components such as regulators, safety shutoff valves, pressure switches, proof-of-closure switches, vent valves, and flame safeguards. · Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, piping diagrams, control panel drawings, and equipment manuals. · Strong communication skills with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams. · Ability to work independently at customer sites while representing the company professionally. · Strong documentation skills for service reports, startup notes, inspection findings, and punch lists. · Willingness and ability to travel regularly for customer site work. · Valid driver’s license. · Ability to use basic hand tools, meters, manometers, combustion analyzers, and other field service equipment. Preferred Qualifications · Experience with industrial ovens, porcelain enamel furnaces, paint finishing systems, washers, dry-off ovens, cure ovens, or heat-treating equipment. · Experience with burner brands such as Maxon, Eclipse, North American, or similar industrial burner systems. · Experience with flame safeguard systems, burner management systems, PLC-controlled combustion systems, and safety circuits. · Familiarity with NFPA 86 or other industrial oven and furnace safety standards. · Experience performing combustion analysis and burner tuning. · Electrical troubleshooting experience including control panels, relays, sensors, limit switches, VFDs, and PLC inputs/outputs. · Experience leading or supporting equipment startups. · Welding, fabrication, pipefitting, millwright, or mechanical installation experience is a plus. · Associate degree, technical certificate, military technical training, or equivalent field experience in combustion, electrical, mechanical, industrial maintenance, or engineering technology is preferred. Physical Requirements · Ability to travel to industrial customer sites. · Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, kneel, crawl, and work around industrial equipment. · Ability to lift and carry tools, parts, and equipment up to 50 lbs. · Ability to work in hot, dirty, noisy, or active industrial environments. · Ability to work at heights, around moving equipment, and in confined or restricted areas when required. · Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat, steel-toe boots, and other customer-required safety equipment. Travel Requirements

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  • Lead Security Systems Technician
    Lead Security Systems Technician
    8 days ago
    $36–$42 hourly
    Full-time
    Plainview

    Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Compensation: Hourly wage is $36.00–$42.00, depending on technical skills and qualifications. Plus a comprehensive benefits package. This field-based position involves installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting security and communication systems at client sites. Responsibilities include working with alarm panels, access control devices, surveillance equipment, electronic locking hardware, power supplies, and low-voltage cabling. You will read floor plans and technical drawings; run, dress, terminate, and test cabling; configure IP security devices; assign static IP addresses and subnets; and integrate security hardware with local area networks. You will install, program, and service systems such as Genetec, AMAG, BOSCH, AXIS, and similar platforms. The role also includes diagnosing and repairing complex faults involving ground faults, open loops, communication dropouts, power supplies, burglar alarms, access control, cameras, and related infrastructure. Work performed must be tested, documented, and completed according to company standards. The position requires regular regional travel to client job sites throughout the metro New York and surrounding areas. Most working hours will be spent on-site. You will also lead and support field technicians, coordinate with project managers and internal team members, and work independently while maintaining a professional attitude, strong work ethic, and attention to detail. **Required qualifications: At least five years of hands-on experience in the security or low-voltage field - Direct experience installing and servicing IP camera systems, access control, and burglar alarms - Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, mechanical, and electronic skills\n- Experience with headend wiring, punch-downs, panels, cameras, and IP-based infrastructure - Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings - Proficient verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently without supervision - Valid driver’s license and clean driving record - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on ladders up to 20 feet high - Successful completion of a background check and drug test Benefits include:** • Employer-sponsored retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 3%\n- Immediate 100% vesting and maximum investment freedom\n- Health, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance, • Paid vacation after six months\n- Paid birthday, holidays, sick time, and personal time\n- Referral program, • Employee discounts on travel, equipment, and more, • Company vehicle and fuel card after the probationary period After probation, the company vehicle program includes dispatching from home to the first service call, company-funded fuel, and coverage of vehicle-related commuting expenses. The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, ethnicity, disability, veteran or military status, marital or familial status, genetic information, citizenship status, status as a victim of domestic violence, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, unemployment status, height, weight, sexual and reproductive health decisions, partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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