2nd Cl Power Plant Eng - CoGen - Bridgewater

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 75,043 - 105,804; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

A state government agency is seeking a 2nd Class Power Plant Engineer to operate and maintain a Combined Heat Plant in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. Responsibilities include supervising personnel, maintaining power generation equipment, and ensuring operational safety. Applicants must possess a Second Class Stationary Engineers license. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $75,043.02 and $105,804.14 yearly. The agency values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Qualifications

• Possession of Second Class or higher Stationary Engineers license required.
• Experience with steam generators and auxiliary equipment preferred.
• Ability to supervise and instruct operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Participates in operation and maintenance of CHP station.
• Cleans, maintains, and repairs power plant equipment.
• Supervises assigned personnel and instructs safety procedures.

Skills

Operation and maintenance of CHP station

Supervising plant personnel

Technical equipment handling

Education

Second Class or higher Stationary Engineers license

Job description

Overview

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Job Description - 2nd Cl Power Plant Eng - CoGen - Bridgewater (250006BA)

Responsibilities

• Participates in the operation and maintenance of a combined heat plant (CHP) station during an assigned shift.
• Cleans, maintains, repairs and operates steam generators and their auxiliary equipment such as oil burners, boiler feed pumps, flow meter, compressors, generators, and other power plant equipment.
• Makes rounds of Power Plant during the watch and observes operation of all equipment.
• Supervises 3rd Class Engineer and Steam Fireman assigned to the watch; instructs plant personnel in Power Plant operating Procedures and proper safety procedures to be used when equipment is taken out of service.
• Keeps station diary log on the assigned watch recording gauge readings, fuel consumed, power generated, kilowatts purchased, water pumped, maintenance work performed and any other pertinent data.
• Performs all other related duties as requested.

Comments

This is a Civil Service position. Please note that salaries for union positions are determined according to the provisions of the respective collective bargaining agreement. Applicants must have no felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The Massachusetts Department of Correction shall not hire anyone who may have direct contact with offenders, who has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents. The DOC urges bi-lingual applicants to apply.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a Second Class or higher Stationary Engineers license, based on the standards established by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and pursuant to Chapter 146 of the Massachusetts General Laws, is required.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity — An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title

2nd Cl Power Plant Eng - CoGen

Primary Location

Job

Job

Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

Department of Correction

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Multiple

Job Posting

Aug 29, 2025, 5:17:56 PM

Number of Openings

2

Salary

75,043.02 - 105,804.14 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Janice Perez - 5084223648

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No