Stationary Engineer High Temp/Press 2nd Shift

Towson University • Towson, MD

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About The Position

Operate boilers, air conditioning equipment, and ancillary equipment efficiently as prescribed by the Chief Engineer. Read gauges and meters and record operating conditions. Dismantle, repair, and reassemble pumps and air compressors as required or scheduled; perform chemical tests on boiler and make-up water and add chemicals; maintain maintenance and materials records; lubricate equipment; clean boiler fireside and waterside; and make patch repairs to boiler refractory.

The position requires a Maryland First Grade Stationary Engineer license, a valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license, and the ability to meet the stated physical demands. Selected candidates may be subject to medical inquiries and/or examinations and will be required to complete additional training, including ladder, confined-space, heat-stress, and asbestos training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of experience operating a boiler room facility, including three years involving boilers over 500 horsepower and chillers in excess of 500 tons.
• Licensure as a First Grade Stationary Engineer in the State of Maryland.
• Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license.
• Thorough knowledge and skill in operating and maintaining high-pressure boilers, furnaces, equipment, and fuels.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety practices applicable to a boiler room facility, and of the principles of electricity, hydraulics, and mechanics.
• Skill in using and maintaining tools and equipment of the trade.
• Ability to fire boilers; read gauges and judge boiler operating efficiency and safe conditions; adjust burner controls to achieve maximum efficiency; and perform cleaning and major repairs to boilers and their auxiliaries.
• Ability to work around fixed equipment and machinery; manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; manipulate multiple controls concurrently; work from ladders and scaffolding; work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather and temperature conditions; wear and work in personal protective equipment; and communicate effectively.
• Selected candidates may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine their ability to perform the job.
• Selected candidates must complete additional training, including ladder, confined-space, heat-stress, and asbestos training.
• Except for qualifications established by law, related experience and formal education that provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for full performance may be substituted for education or experience requirements on a year-for-year basis; 30 college credits are equivalent to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers, air conditioning equipment, and ancillary equipment efficiently as prescribed by the Chief Engineer.
• Read gauges and meters and record readings that indicate operating conditions of equipment and systems.
• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble pumps and air compressors as required or scheduled.
• Perform chemical tests on boiler and make-up water and add chemicals to water.
• Maintain maintenance records and records of materials and supplies used.
• Lubricate fans, pumps, air compressors, motors, and other ancillary equipment.
• Clean boiler fireside and waterside.
• Make patch repairs to refractory boilers.

What This Job Offers

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