Class 1 Steam Engineer - Power & Boiler Plant Specialist

Ascension; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) employer match

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Ascension tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Ascension Providence Hospital in Washington, DC area is seeking a Licensed Maintenance Professional for the Maintenance Department. You will monitor SCADA/BMS, oversee boiler and power plant systems, and lead diagnostics and repairs to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Responsibilities include performing chemical testing on boilers, conducting annual boiler teardowns, and optimizing fuel-to-air ratios. A strong candidate has boiler/chiller experience and a Steam Engineer license, with preference

Qualifications

• Licensed Maintenance Professional specializing in Engineering required.
• Class 1 Steam Engineer license required prior to hire.
• 1 year boiler/chiller operator experience required.
• 2 years in high-power area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Executes daily operational rounds and SCADA/BMS monitoring across all power house equipment, taking system readings and adjusting to optimize performance.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs heavy power plant machinery, including precise motor and pump alignments.
• Performs daily chemical testing and dosage adjustments on boilers, water softeners, and condensate return systems.
• Manages annual boiler teardowns for inspection and calibrates fuel-to-air ratios for efficiency and compliance.
• Tracks real-time facility electrical usage and implements load-management changes to lower costs.

Skills

SCADA monitoring

Power plant maintenance

Boiler operation

Chemical testing

Load management

Education

Class 1 Steam Engineer license

Tools

SCADA Systems

Job description

Ascension Providence Hospital in Washington, DC area is seeking a Licensed Maintenance Professional for the Maintenance Department. You will monitor SCADA/BMS, oversee boiler and power plant systems, and lead diagnostics and repairs to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Responsibilities include performing chemical testing on boilers, conducting annual boiler teardowns, and optimizing fuel-to-air ratios. A strong candidate has boiler/chiller experience and a Steam Engineer license, with preference