Stationary Engineer I/II

Prince George's County Government • Forestville, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Prince George’s County Office of Central Services is seeking a Stationary Engineer I/II (Building Engineer 1A), grade A-14/15, for its Facilities Operation and Management Division. This is skilled entry- to full-performance-level mechanical and manual work inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and operating environmental systems in assigned County-owned and leased buildings. The position may work at various County facilities, including the correctional facility.

The selected candidate regularly inspects heating, cooling, and ventilating systems and makes adjustments and repairs to keep them functioning properly. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor or Facilities Manager. After satisfactory completion of the probationary period and attainment of a Second Class Stationary Engineer License, the employee may be promoted to the full-performance II level of the Building Engineer class series.

The position requires a willingness to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis and to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees may be required to report or remain at work during standard or non-standard hours, emergencies, or periods when other County employees receive Administrative Leave. Employees must meet agency training and performance standards, demonstrate required proficiency, and wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment. Selection may be contingent on reference checks, background investigation, and drug screening.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Six months of experience maintaining, repairing, or installing heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
• Possess and maintain a Third Class Stationary Engineer’s License issued under the Maryland Department of Licensing and Regulation, Board of Examining Engineers.
• Possess and maintain a valid Class C driver’s license with no more than six points.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
• Be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee and report or remain at work during hours or emergencies as operations require.
• Meet required training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment while performing assigned duties.
• Successfully pass applicable pre-employment checks, which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship if selected.

Nice To Haves

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in assembling, adjusting, repairing, and installing heating, cooling, and ventilating systems.
• Ability to understand, operate, and troubleshoot Building Automated Systems (B.A.S.), Energy Management Systems (E.M.S.), and other computer-based building control and monitoring systems.
• Ability to identify system problems to ensure early detection of breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and lead subordinates in maintaining and performing preventive maintenance on mechanical and non-mechanical systems.
• Operate building environmental systems, including heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, plumbing and fixtures, electrical systems, and non-mechanical items.
• Inspect heating, cooling, and ventilating systems and make necessary adjustments and repairs.
• Review and complete documentation associated with daily performance.
• Assist shop and contract personnel with work at assigned buildings.
• Observe administrative rules and regulations, safety practices and measures, and security regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of trade-area safety rules and regulations and follow applicable County, MOSH, and OSHA safety practices.
• Demonstrate knowledge of equipment and replacement parts.
• Perform other assigned tasks within the general category and responsibility level of the employee’s class of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED