Public Safety, Inspections, & Enforcement
Boiler Inspector
$62,244 – $71,581 / yr
Posted until September 30, 2026 · posted August 26, 2026
≈ $29.93/hr equivalent · $2,394 every 2 weeks, before taxes.
NYC minimum wage is $17/hr. This beats it by $12.93/hr, with health insurance and a pension on top.
Requirements
License or certificate
Exam
Civil service exam title
Where
NYC - All Boroughs
Openings
2
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What they actually ask for.
A license or certificate is part of the requirements
1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as a boiler maker; a stationary fireman on high pressure boilers; a high pressure plant operator; an inspector, an installer and/or repairer of boilers; or an operator or maintainer of boilers under the supervision of a licensed High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer; or 2. Three years of experience as described in “1” above, and sixty (60) credits towards a degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university; or 3. Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of three years in length, in the boiler trade or boiler inspection and one of the following: (a) Two years of experience as described in “1” above; or (b) 60 credits as described in “2” above; or 4. A valid High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer’s License issued by the New York City Department of Buildings; or A valid Boiler Inspector Certificate of Competency issued by the New York State Department of Labor; or 5. A license as a professional engineer issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law; or Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “2,” or “3” above. 6. To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level II, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineers or those with a valid Boiler Inspector Certificate of Competency must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, at least one additional year of experience as described in “1” above. 7. To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level III, individuals other than licensed professional engineers must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level II above, at least one year of experience as described in “1” above in a supervisory capacity.
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The work
What the job is.
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The NYC Department of Buildings is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency and professionalism. We are committed to becoming a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. We are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable and transparent. This position performs work in the inspection of the condition, design, operation and installation of steam boilers and other pressure vessels for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications. Under general supervision: • Performs technical inspections of the condition, design, operation and installation of steam boilers and other pressure vessels for compliance with the NYC Construction Code, Zoning Resolution, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications. • Responds to, reports and investigates accidents, incidents and complaints for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications. • Examines boiler shells, tubes, rivets, braces and steam domes and connections for defects, scale and corrosion. • Calculates the strength of braces. • Makes hydrostatic tests to determine safe working pressures. • Inspects arches and furnace walls. • Tests injectors, safety valves and other equipment. • Checks the safety condition of runways, ladders and stairways in boiler rooms. • Inspects new installations of boilers and auxiliary equipment. • Studies drawings to obtain details for inspections. • Issues violations, summonses and stop work orders. • Verifies licenses of onsite workers. • When issuing violations, advises the recipient of the nature of the violating condition. • Testifies as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court. • Maintains records and makes reports. • Explains and enforces laws and rules relevant to the field. • May assign, supervise, review and evaluate work of subordinates. • May train subordinates in their duties. • May review applications relevant to the field. • May assist supervisor. • May operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties. Some of the physical activities performed by Inspectors (Boilers) and environmental conditions experienced are: driving vehicles to and from inspection sites; walking to and from inspection sites and during inspections; climbing and descending ladders and stairs to get to areas which must be inspected; standing for extended periods of time; maintaining balance while walking over narrow walkways or areas that are elevated; climbing around and over various objects; and working in areas that may be damp, dusty, dark, smoky or acrid. Special Working Conditions: Inspectors may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Additional Information: Candidates must successfully pass a drug screening to be appointed. At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment. At the time of appointment, all candidates residing in New York City must apply to receive Special Patrolman status. Work Location - Citywide: Unit assignment and work location are based on operational need. Transfers may occur at any time with sufficient notice. To Apply: Visit Jobs NYC (cityjobs.nyc.gov) to view and apply for available positions. Search by agency (Department of Buildings), keywords, or for the specific Job ID #. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.
Preferred skills
Working knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes Computer literacy
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
Proof
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From NYC Open Data, as the city processed it on September 21, 2026. Postings change daily. Confirm on the official posting before you rely on anything here.
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