Stationary Engineer Technician - Full Time - Montgomery County
About The Position
The Stationary Engineer Technician maintains and operates stationary steam boilers, pumps, and related equipment, including water softeners, air compressors, water treatment systems and associated piping, chillers, towers, and auxiliary systems. The role performs daily chemical water treatment of boilers, follows and enforces applicable safety rules and regulations, and keeps the boiler house and surrounding area clean according to Jefferson facilities standards. Occasional general mechanical and minor electrical/HVAC work may be performed to support the Facilities department and building needs. The technician monitors and maintains boilers, chillers, and auxiliary systems; performs inspections, cleaning, and routine maintenance; records equipment readings; and informs Lead/Chief Stationary Engineers of activities, needs, and issues. Other maintenance work may be assigned by a supervisor or lead technician.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED, vocational school, or equivalent.
- Understanding of electrical safety and lockout/tagout standards.
- Knowledge of safe operating practices and effective maintenance and repair of physical premises.
- Ability to learn new concepts and adapt ways of thinking and working as business needs change.
- Knowledge of approaches, tools, and techniques for dealing with change and adapting to a changing environment.
- Knowledge of tools and techniques for preparing for, mitigating, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
- Knowledge of HSE policy and ability to implement it so products and services are safe and comply with legal requirements and standards.
- Ability to lift over 50 pounds, push or pull up to 140 pounds, and carry 80 pounds short distances.
- Ability to stand, walk, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, and reach overhead frequently.
Responsibilities
- Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with Jefferson’s values.
- Operate and maintain boilers, chillers, and auxiliary systems by reading meters and pressure gauges and taking appropriate action to ensure safe operation.
- Repack valves, change piping, and lubricate compressors, pumps, and related parts regularly.
- Start, stop, adjust, and regulate boilers and associated equipment to ensure efficiency and continuity of service.
- Clean boilers on the waterside and fireside annually or as required to meet codes and regulations.
- Inspect boilers, pipelines, and operating equipment daily for steam, water, air, and fuel leaks or defective parts.
- Record gauge and meter readings, including fuel and steam consumption, steam production, water temperatures, and chiller operating pressure.
- Keep Lead/Chief Stationary Engineers informed of activities, needs, and issues.
- Perform other maintenance needs as directed by a supervisor or lead technician.
- Perform daily boiler chemical water treatment and maintain a clean boiler house and surrounding area.
- Follow and enforce applicable safety rules and regulations.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
- Medical insurance access for all colleagues, including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
