Senior Stationary Engineer III — Central Plant Ops

Union College (NY); City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Union College in Schenectady, NY, seeks a Stationary Engineer Level III to operate, maintain, and repair central plant equipment and downstream steam and chilled water systems. The role covers a Gas Fired Turbine, HRSG, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and related pumps.

Typical duties include startup/shutdown procedures, water testing, and coordination with vendors. Requires 5 years’ boiler/engineer experience, NY license, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience as boiler operator or stationary engineer.
• Experience with high pressure steam boilers and distribution.
• Experience with central plant chiller systems and distributed chilled water.
• Experience switching 13.2KV and 480V via LMS (preferred).
• Valid New York State driver’s license and stationary engineer license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate startup/shutdown and emergency procedures for plant systems including turbine, compressors, HRSG, boilers, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Perform water tests and support cooling tower care and treatment vendors.
• Assist in planning and overseeing plant upgrades and system modifications.
• Monitor control room instrumentation and alarms and use BMS for performance.
• Maintain boilers, chillers, HRSG, and related equipment; follow SOPs.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Distributive control systems (DCS)

Education

Associates degree in plant utilities, electrical, or mechanical engineering

High School diploma

Relevant Military Training

Job description

Union College in Schenectady, NY, seeks a Stationary Engineer Level III to operate, maintain, and repair central plant equipment and downstream steam and chilled water systems. The role covers a Gas Fired Turbine, HRSG, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and related pumps.

Typical duties include startup/shutdown procedures, water testing, and coordination with vendors. Requires 5 years’ boiler/engineer experience, NY license, and a strong safety mindset.