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Commissioned Boiler Inspector Trainee
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Department of Labor & Industry
Location
Pennsylvania, 17120
Salary
$45,907 - $69,203
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 9, 2026
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This entry-level role trains you to inspect boilers, pressure vessels, and related installations to ensure they meet safety laws and prevent accidents.
You'll work in the field under supervision, prepare reports, and follow up on issues, with flexibility to set your own schedule from a home office.
It's ideal for someone with hands-on experience in machinery or engineering who wants to contribute to public safety and is willing to relocate to Delaware or Philadelphia County.
Key Requirements
- One year of experience in the design, construction, installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, or repair of boilers, unfired pressure vessels, electronic equipment, electrical systems, heavy machinery, motors, engines, drives, or hydraulic systems
- Or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
- Obtain a valid National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector Commission within the probationary period
- Obtain a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector Commission within the probationary period
- Possess an active motor vehicle license
- Relocate to Delaware or Philadelphia County within six months of certification
- Live in or be willing to relocate to Pennsylvania for home-headquartered work with high-speed internet
Full Job Description
Are you interested in advancing your career? The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety is currently in search of a Commissioned Boiler Inspector Trainee. This home office position offers the flexibility to set your own schedule on most days. Please note, the selected candidate must live in or be willing to relocate to Delaware or Philadelphia County. Join our team and contribute to public safety by ensuring a secure environment for all, apply today!
Requirements
The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct technical field inspections on boilers, unfired pressure vessels, liquefied petroleum gas installations, and flammable and combustible liquid installations.
These inspections are crucial in ensuring compliance with the State Boiler Law, the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Law, and the Flammable and Combustible Liquid Law, as well as adhering to accepted national standards.
Following inspections, you will have the opportunity to assist the Inspector with preparing detailed reports of findings, conducting follow-up inspections and investigating reported accidents.
This role operates under the direct supervision of the District Supervisor and the general supervision of the Director of the Boiler Section in the Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety.
As part of the program, successful candidates will be assigned to Delaware or Philadelphia County. It is important to note that relocation to one of these counties within six months of certification is a mandatory requirement for employment.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
This position is home headquartered. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of experience in the design, construction, installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, or repair of boilers, unfired pressure vessels, electronic equipment, electrical systems, heavy machinery, motors, engines, drives or hydraulic systems; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
You must obtain, within the probationary period, a valid National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector Commission, and a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspector Commission.
You must possess an active motor vehicle license.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must reside in or relocate to Delaware or Philadelphia County.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.
Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.
To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.
The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.
The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.
All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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