Plant Systems Engineer I: Steam & HVAC Maintenance

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental leave

Job summary

The State of Maine is seeking a Heating Plant Operator in Augusta to oversee the operation and maintenance of a central heating plant, including high-pressure steam generation, boilers, water systems, and electrical equipment. This role may head plant maintenance in a small facility or assist the chief engineer in a larger operation.

Responsibilities include supervising skilled tradespeople and inmates when required, coordinating maintenance work, and ensuring safe, efficient plant performance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heating plant operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety precautions in mechanical and building trades.
• Ability to use power and hand tools and read plans/specifications.
• Ability to plan, assign, and direct work of journeymen, tradespeople, and inmates.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and directs operation and maintenance of central heating plant.
• Oversees operation and maintenance of heating plants and electrical equipment.
• Performs skilled maintenance to ensure proper plant operation.
• Lays out and inspects work of tradespeople and inmates.
• Keeps records and prepares reports for administrative review.
• Requisitions supplies for plant operation and maintenance.
• Monitors operation and testing of sewerage treatment plant.

Skills

Heating plant operations

Maintenance knowledge

Plan and supervise

Reading plans

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The State of Maine is seeking a Heating Plant Operator in Augusta to oversee the operation and maintenance of a central heating plant, including high-pressure steam generation, boilers, water systems, and electrical equipment. This role may head plant maintenance in a small facility or assist the chief engineer in a larger operation.

Responsibilities include supervising skilled tradespeople and inmates when required, coordinating maintenance work, and ensuring safe, efficient plant performance.