(3rd) Third Class Engineer

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority•Winthrop, MA

6d•$80,814 - $115,658•Onsite

About The Position

The Third Class Engineer operates, adjusts, and maintains Thermal Power equipment to maintain the required supply of heat and electrical power. The position works under the general supervision of the Thermal/Power Plant Second Class Engineer and is designated as essential during emergencies or other circumstances when MWRA requires essential personnel to report to work. The role involves operating and monitoring boilers, turbines, generators, fuel and waste-gas systems, pumps, compressors, water-treatment and heating systems, electrical distribution, instrumentation, and related plant equipment. It also includes inspections, routine testing, light maintenance and repairs, equipment installation and adjustments, operating-log and maintenance-record keeping, sampling and testing, and supporting safe plant operations. The position is based at Deer Island in Winthrop, Massachusetts, and follows the specified rotating shift schedule.

Requirements

Basic technical and communication skills normally attained through a high school education or equivalent.
At least three years of experience operating Thermal/Power Plant equipment, high-pressure boilers, topping turbines, and related auxiliary equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Massachusetts Third Class Engineer's License.
Complete the productivity-improvement competency-based training program related to the essential duties and successfully demonstrate the required competencies.
Knowledge of generating equipment, plant heating, large diesel-fuel engines, and electrical distribution systems.
Ability to plan, organize, and independently perform assigned duties; understand responsibilities and work with minimal supervision.
Extensive knowledge of safety practices and their application in Steam Engineering and Wastewater Facilities.
Ability to work as part of a team in support of the Deer Island Facility's goals.

Responsibilities

Operate, adjust, and maintain Thermal/Power Plant equipment to provide required heat and electrical power.
Operate plant equipment, including high-pressure boilers, steam topping and combustion turbines, generators, fuel-oil and waste-gas systems, diesel generators, pumps, blowers, compressors, water-treatment systems, electrical distribution, instrumentation, hydroturbines, and burner-management systems.
Perform standard operating procedures for the Thermal/Power Plant and electrical distribution system, and conduct casualty-control training as required.
Inspect plant machinery and operations to assess efficiency and maintenance needs; monitor instruments and adjust equipment to maintain specified operating conditions.
Lubricate equipment and machinery; perform ordinary repairs and assist with minor repairs to auxiliary equipment.
Communicate with Thermal/Power Plant personnel about plant operations and follow equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Maintain operating logs and records, keep work areas clean and orderly, and contribute to a safe working environment by following safety policies.
Monitor turbines, boilers, pumps, engines, compressors, digester-gas systems, and digital-control systems; control steam, water, and oil flows as required.
Collect and test water, steam, oil, and gas samples, record results, and report abnormalities to the 2nd Class Engineer.
Direct chemical and fuel deliveries or ordering as required; prepare injury and illness reports, safety work orders, and maintenance work-order requests.
Perform light maintenance independently or as part of a team, including forklift or other light-equipment operation that does not require a special license.
Generate inspection lists and maintenance reports through the Computerized Maintenance Management System; inspect and troubleshoot systems and equipment.
Install or retrofit equipment related to plant systems and modify or align existing equipment to specifications.
When properly trained, set up ladders, staging, and rigging and use hoists, jacks, dollies, and lifts to access work and remove or install equipment.
Operate portable pumping, ventilation, and other equipment needed for assigned tasks.
Perform routine equipment testing, Lockout/Tagout, startup, shutdown, and adjustment; complete minor tasks such as replacing light bulbs and HVAC filters, installing safety rails, adjusting packing, and opening hatches.
Remove snow from the immediate work area as needed and perform cleanup, housekeeping, and other related duties.