Boiler Operator II – High-Pressure Steam Expert

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Buckley (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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5% premium pay on-site

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking an experienced Boiler Operator (Stationary Engineer 2) for Rainier School Habilitation Center in Buckley to operate a high‑pressure steam plant and support boiler systems.

You will perform inspections, maintenance, and upgrades under the supervision of a Stationary Engineer 3, with opportunities for premium pay for on‑site work several days a week and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and/or repair of stationary or marine high-pressure boilers and heating systems.
• Completion of an advanced Stationary Engineer course from an accredited vocational/technical school or community college, and two years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and/or repair of stationary or marine high-pressure boilers and heating systems.
• One year of State service as a Stationary Engineer 1.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of a high-pressure steam plant with two steam-generating boilers.
• Monitor, inspect, and repair gauges, valves, pumps, boilers, electronic controls, and safety equipment to maintain continuous operation of the steam-boiler system.
• Operate and maintain auxiliary systems, including feed-water and condensate pumps, deaerators, air compressors, fuel systems, and emergency generators.
• Troubleshoot and perform both minor and major repairs on boiler and HVAC systems.
• Interpret schematics, drawings, and operating manuals to support proper operation and equipment upgrades.
• Operate and adjust Cleaver-Brooks Boiler Management (HAWK) systems as needed.
• Conduct equipment testing, water treatment, and blow-down procedures to ensure safe and compliant operations.

Skills

High-pressure boilers

Boiler maintenance

HVAC systems

Safety compliance

Education

Advanced Stationary Engineer course

Job description

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking an experienced Boiler Operator (Stationary Engineer 2) for Rainier School Habilitation Center in Buckley to operate a high‑pressure steam plant and support boiler systems.

You will perform inspections, maintenance, and upgrades under the supervision of a Stationary Engineer 3, with opportunities for premium pay for on‑site work several days a week and a comprehensive benefits package.