Gaithersburg 1st Class Stationary Engineer - 24/7 Plant Ops

Dexterra; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CMI, now part of the Dexterra Group, seeks an MD 1st Class Engineer to operate and maintain the 24/7 steam, chilled water, and auxiliary systems at the Gaithersburg, MD site. The role emphasizes safe operation, preventative maintenance, and compliance with plant procedures.

The position requires an MD-DLLR Grade 1 license, a Universal CFC license, and at least two years of independent hands-on experience with similar equipment. Strong safety and PPE discipline are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have an MD-DLLR Grade 1 License (1st Class Stationary Engineer).
• At least 2 years of independent operation as a first-class stationary engineer on similar-sized equipment.
• Must have a current Universal CFC License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain correct steam pressure and water levels in steam generators.
• Inspect feed water controls and gauges for regulatory compliance.
• Ensure proper combustion by maintaining oxygen levels in exit gases.
• Perform chemical tests and adjust chemical dosing and blow down rates.
• Operate steam, electrical generation, and chilled water production equipment.
• Maintain air pressure via air compressors and dryers.
• Monitor chillers and temperature for condenser, evaporator, and free cooling.
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment and wear required PPE.
• Troubleshoot/repair/maintain steam and chilled water generation systems.
• Measure, cut, thread pipe and clean water/steam sides; troubleshoot controls.
• Repack valves, repair pumps, and perform pump maintenance.

Skills

Teamwork

Results orientation

Accountability

Operational thinking

Education

MD-DLLR Grade 1 License

Universal CFC License

Job description

CMI, now part of the Dexterra Group, seeks an MD 1st Class Engineer to operate and maintain the 24/7 steam, chilled water, and auxiliary systems at the Gaithersburg, MD site. The role emphasizes safe operation, preventative maintenance, and compliance with plant procedures.

The position requires an MD-DLLR Grade 1 license, a Universal CFC license, and at least two years of independent hands-on experience with similar equipment. Strong safety and PPE discipline are essential.