Stationary Engineer 2 - Maintenance

Washington State University•Pullman, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Stationary Engineer 2 – Maintenance, you work under general supervision to perform a wide range of duties in support of Facilities Operations Steam Plants. You participate in the operation, maintenance, and repair of all plant equipment and systems, including high‑pressure boilers, electrical generators, water treatment systems, condensate distribution equipment, pumps, air compressors, steam line operating components, and the computer‑controlled systems that support plant operations. Facilities Services’ primary mission is the stewardship, maintenance, and operations of the campus buildings, grounds, and utilities on the Pullman campus. We aspire to be the service provider of choice and the employer of choice. We believe in developing solutions of lasting value through robust dialogue and collaboration with our campus partners and industry. Our staff of skilled trades-people, custodians, architects, engineers, interior designers, and support staff strive to demonstrate our commitment to integrity and professionalism. As one of the nation’s top public research institutions, Washington State University (WSU) conducts research that improves the lives of people in Washington, the United States, and across the globe. When you make the choice to join WSU, you are joining a community committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. You will join a team of faculty and staff dedicated to bringing the world the next generation of innovators, leaders, health care providers, and citizens.

Requirements

Three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of stationary or marine high pressure boilers and heating systems OR Certificate of completion of an Advanced Stationary Engineer course from an accredited vocational/technical school or community college AND two (2) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of stationary or marine high pressure boilers and heating systems OR one (1) year of State service as a Stationary Engineer 1 OR equivalent education/experience
Must have or be able to obtain a Boiler Operator, First Class license within six (6) months of hire date
First Aid, CPR, and AED training are required annually
Must be able to work a rotating shift or relief operations duty as necessary based on Plant operational needs
Ability to respond to worksite on a 24-hour basis
Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards

Nice To Haves

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering education and/or degree
Recent experience as a high pressure steam boiler operator in a steam plant utilizing a computer operated, distributed control system
Recent experience operating lMW or larger gas or diesel-fired electrical generators

Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of duties in support of Facilities Operations Steam Plants
Participate in the operation of all plant equipment and systems
Participate in the maintenance of all plant equipment and systems
Participate in the repair of all plant equipment and systems
Operate high-pressure boilers
Operate electrical generators
Operate water treatment systems
Operate condensate distribution equipment
Operate pumps
Operate air compressors
Operate steam line operating components
Operate computer-controlled systems that support plant operations

Benefits

Paid sick and vacation leave
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
Retirement
Deferred compensation
Optional supplemental retirement accounts
Training and development
Employee tuition waiver
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Health care and dental care options
Retirement plans
Long-term disability insurance
Paid time off
Professional development
Host of work/life quality programs