Boiler Maintenance Technician

Do you love to keep critical mechanical systems operarating safely and reliably

Are you searching for important work in facilities operations supporting mission-critical research environments?

Do you like contributing to complex infrastructure projects that directly support scientific innovation?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Boiler Maintenance Technician to help us ensure the reliable operation of APL’s low-pressure steam and hot water heating equipment. These systems support research, laboratory, and critical campus facilities.  

As a member of our Facilities Management & Operations team, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the infrastructure that enables groundbreaking scientific and engineering work. You will be joining a dedicated team of facilities professionals who are committed to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. We are passionate about reliability, efficiency, and proactive maintenance. Our team is committed to supporting APL’s mission through diligent utilities and high-performance building systems. We strive to foster an environment of accountability, teamwork, and technical growth.

As a Boiler Maintenance Technician...

• Your primary responsibility will be operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting low-pressure steam and hot water boiler systems and associated mechanical equipment to ensure safe and continuous utilities service across campus.

• You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and corrective repairs on boilers, burners, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and related systems.

• You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, combustion, and control system issues, perform combustion testing and burner adjustments, and support water treatment monitoring to maintain optimal system performance.

• You will respond to alarms and service calls, document work in the CMMS, support seasonal system changeovers and commissioning activities, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

• You will utilize APL vehicles in the course of daily operations in this role.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent 

• Have 5+ years of experience operating and maintaining low-pressure steam and/or hydronic boiler systems in an industrial, commercial, institutional, or campus environment.

• Are skilled in combustion systems, boiler controls, steam or hydronic distribution systems, and reading mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
• Have experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Are willing and able to work flexible schedules, including participation in an on-call rotation, respond to after-hours service calls, work in mechanical rooms and confined spaces, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires valid state-of-residence driver’s license in good standing.
• Hold U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status, as required to access APL's facilities and networks, subject to applicable laws. 

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have technical training in boiler operations, mechanical systems, or related trade preferred

• Have extensive experience in a central plant or mission-critical facility environment.

• Have troubleshooting experience with combustion controls, automated systems, and building automation systems (BAS/BMS).

• Possess welding, pipefitting, fabrication, or mechanical repair skills.

• Are capable of independently diagnosing sophisticated system issues and mentoring junior technicians.

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact 

Accommodations@jhuapl.edu

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.