Boiler Engineer

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center; United States; On-site; USD 30,568 - 41,686; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center in Maine is seeking a Stationary Engineer to operate, maintain, and repair a high-pressure steam plant. You will supervise boiler operators and other maintenance staff, perform routine and emergency repairs, and ensure safe, reliable power and heat for the facility.

The role requires valid Stationary Engineer license and the ability to obtain one within six months if not already held.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of high pressure heating plants and equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions in the operation of high pressure steam generating plants.
• Knowledge of the mechanical trades.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manufacturer specifications for mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to make emergency repairs to heating, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Ability to supervise the work of boiler operators and other helpers.
• Ability to keep records.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the operation of a large steam generating plant to ensure continuous production of steam.
• Oversees boiler operators to ensure compliance with procedures and instructions.
• Inspects instruments and meters to monitor electrical power generating equipment and maintain logs.
• Directs workers to perform maintenance and repairs of equipment and systems.
• Installs, adjusts, and repairs equipment like generators, steam engines, pumps, and cooling systems to ensure service continuity.
• Tends boilers on a relief basis to provide continuous coverage.
• Responds to emergency or hazardous condition calls and takes corrective action.

Skills

High pressure steam plants operation

Safety precautions

Mechanical trades

Blueprints reading

Emergency repairs

Supervise boiler operators

Record keeping

Instruction adherence

Education

Stationary Engineer license requirement

Job description

Opening Date: July 30, 2026 Closing Date: August 13, 2026 Job Class Code: 8262 Grade: 16 Salary: $22.19 - $30.26 Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00a - 3:00p

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions

DESCRIPTION

This is structure and craft work involving the operation, maintenance, and repair of steam heating equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include making routine and emergency repairs on heating, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems and supervising boiler operators, maintenance mechanics, and laborers. Work is performed under general supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS

• Oversees the operation of a large steam generating plant in order to ensure efficient and continuous production of steam.
• Oversees the work of boiler operators in order to determine work is in compliance with established procedures and instructions.
• Checks instruments and meters in order to monitor the operation of electrical power generating equipment and to maintain operating information log.
• Guides and oversees the work of skilled and unskilled workers in order to accomplish maintenance and repairs of equipment and mechanical systems.
• Installs, adjusts, and repairs a variety of equipment such as generators, steam engines, pumps, and refrigeration and cooling systems in order to ensure continuous provision of services.
• Fires and tends boilers on a relief basis in order to provide continual coverage.
• Answers emergency and/or hazardous condition calls and takes necessary action in order to identify and correct the problem.

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of high pressure heating plants and equipment such as generators, electric switchboards, motors, pumps, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions in the operation of high pressure steam generating plants.
• Knowledge of the mechanical trades.
• Ability to use a variety of tools employed in the maintenance of high pressure steam generating plants.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and repair plant and refrigeration equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manufacturer specifications for mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to make emergency repairs to heating, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Ability to supervise the work of boiler operators and other helpers.
• Ability to keep records.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current valid Stationary Engineer’s license as issued by the Maine Board of Boilers and Pressure Vessels, or the ability to obtain a valid Stationary Engineer’s license within the first six (6) months of employment.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• All positions require a Stationary Engineer's license as issued by the Maine Board of Boilers and Pressure Vessels.
• Some positions may require a valid State of Maine Class C motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Some positions may require a license as a Propane and Natural Gas Technician with appropriate endorsements.
• Some positions may require a Master Oil Burner Mechanic’s License for 15 gallons and above.

Agency information:

Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center (DDPC) is a 69-bed psychiatric hospital serving the entire State of Maine that provides services for people with severe mental illness. As a member of a statewide community of care givers, DDPC collaborates with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, their community and personal supports, to provide recovery-oriented, respectful, compassionate, and effective psychiatric care and treatment in the least restrictive, safest, and most therapeutic environment we can create. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

BENEFITS

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28 - $12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.21% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing parents and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Why join us

There’s a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.