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Associate Machinery Specialist
Position Overview: Starr Boiler and Machinery Division is seeking qualified and motivated applicants to fill apprenticeship positions for our Associate Machinery Specialist positions. This full-time role is open to candidates residing within the eastern U.S. holding an engineering degree, or High school diploma with 3 years’ experience in boiler servicing and/or operation of high-pressure boilers.
Successful candidates will have a clean driving record with a valid driver’s license, pass a background check, be a motivated self-starter with good organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with clients and coworkers. They will be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. They will be capable of performing internal boiler inspections, with the ability to pass a fit-for-duty evaluation.
Travel and overnight stays are required.
Key Responsibilities:
Learn basic boiler and pressure vessel operations and mechanical principles.
Learn ASME, NBIC, and jurisdictional regulations through guided instruction and self-study.
Act as an apprentice to conduct jurisdictional inspections of regulated boilers and pressure vessels, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Perform 300 boiler and pressure vessel inspections under instruction.
Complete knowledge checks and perform practical applications in conducting boiler and pressure vessel in-service inspections.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively.
Pass the National Board exam to obtain an “IS” designation within 12 months of employment.
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
Skills Required
- Engineering degree OR High school diploma with 3 years' experience in boiler servicing or operation of high-pressure boilers
- Clean driving record with valid driver's license
- Pass a background check
- Motivated self-starter with good organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to interact effectively with clients and coworkers
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Capable of performing internal boiler inspections and pass a fit-for-duty evaluation
- Willingness to travel and stay overnight as required
- Pass the National Board exam to obtain an IS designation within 12 months
Starr Insurance Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is frequently characterized as excellent, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options supported by wellness tools and an EAP. Feedback suggests additional voluntary protections (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity) broaden overall healthcare security.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include both a 401(k) and a defined‑benefit pension, which is often highlighted as a standout feature. Profit sharing is also referenced as part of the broader financial benefits mix.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Top performers in underwriting are described as receiving excellent pay with good bonuses and clear advancement opportunities.
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Starr Insurance is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world. Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world’s fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents. Starr has the global knowledge, vision and relationships to help your company succeed, anywhere you do business.
