Senior Powerhouse Engineer & Plant Operations Lead

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Enterprise Services seeks a senior Powerhouse Operations Specialist to supervise the Capitol Campus central steam heat and chilled water plant. You will manage daily operations, scheduling, and maintenance to ensure reliable heating, hot water, and cooling for Capitol Campus facilities.

Responsibilities include operating high-pressure boilers, maintaining Metasys controls, coordinating safe inspections, and overseeing 24/7 coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Applicable Steam Engineer's license is required.
• Four years of supervisory experience in power plant operations and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Powerhouse operations and shift personnel.
• Schedule all shift assignments, including intermittent staff.
• Operate and maintain high-pressure steam boilers and related systems.
• Coordinate inspections and ensure compliance with codes and permits.
• Monitor Capitol Lake levels and dam operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Steam Engineer's license

Equivalent education substitute

Tools

Metasys control system

Boiler operation equipment

Job description

Washington Department of Enterprise Services seeks a senior Powerhouse Operations Specialist to supervise the Capitol Campus central steam heat and chilled water plant. You will manage daily operations, scheduling, and maintenance to ensure reliable heating, hot water, and cooling for Capitol Campus facilities.

Responsibilities include operating high-pressure boilers, maintaining Metasys controls, coordinating safe inspections, and overseeing 24/7 coverage.