Lead High-Temp Boiler Stationary Engineer

Towson University; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Towson University is seeking a skilled Stationary Engineer to operate boilers, air conditioning equipment, and related systems on the Main Campus. You will read gauges, record readings, adjust burner controls, and ensure safe, efficient operation of high‑pressure equipment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least five years in a boiler room with boilers over 500 horsepower and chillers over 500 tons, and licensure as a First Grade Stationary Engineer in Maryland.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five years in boiler room operation, with boilers over 500 hp and chillers over 500 tons.
• Licensure as a First Grade Stationary Engineer in Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers, air conditioning equipment and ancillary equipment efficiently as prescribed by the Chief Engineer.
• Read gauges and meters, and record readings indicating conditions of operating equipment and systems.
• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble pumps and air compressors as required or scheduled.
• Perform chemical tests on boiler and make-up water and add chemicals to water.
• Keep maintenance records and records of materials and supplies used.
• Lubricate fans, pumps, air compressors, motors, and other ancillary equipment.
• Clean boiler fireside and waterside.
• Make patch repairs to refractory boilers.

Skills

Boiler room operation experience

OSHA safety practices

Gauge reading proficiency

Burner control adjustment

Education

High School Diploma or GED (MD)

First Grade Stationary Engineer license (MD)

Job description

Towson University is seeking a skilled Stationary Engineer to operate boilers, air conditioning equipment, and related systems on the Main Campus. You will read gauges, record readings, adjust burner controls, and ensure safe, efficient operation of high‑pressure equipment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least five years in a boiler room with boilers over 500 horsepower and chillers over 500 tons, and licensure as a First Grade Stationary Engineer in Maryland.