Stationary Engineer

Davita Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is looking for a Stationary Engineer to join their Power Plant team. The role involves operating and maintaining essential equipment to ensure optimal heating and cooling requirements. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and a valid Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer's License, along with significant experience in power plant operations. Candidates must be proactive team players capable of working under minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a central power plant.
• Basic computer skills desired.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers, chillers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Monitor and log fuel oil and gas consumption.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or graduation equivalent

State of Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer's License

Tools

Plant software packages

Job description

As a participating member of the Power Plant team, we are seeking aStationary Engineerwho will stand watch in the boiler/chiller plant, making rounds and taking readings. The incumbent makes decisions regarding boiler and chiller loads in order to satisfy campus heating/cooling requirements. Observes plant equipment during operation and makes recommendations regarding equipment condition and potential maintenance needs. Plays an important role in the operation of the plant and is expected to be a contributing member of the Power Plant team with regard to the overall function of the operation.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Start, stop and operate boilers, chillers, combustion turbine/generator and related equipment consistent with a central power plant environment.
  
• Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning of boilers, chillers, combustion turbine/generator and plant equipment on a regular basis.
  
• Test boiler and cooling tower water condition and add chemical treatment to maintain proper limits and to prevent deposits or corrosion.
  
• Check boiler safety and shut down equipment.
  
• Disassemble, inspect, reassemble and clean equipment.
  
• Understand and become proficient in the operation and use of all plant software packages.
  
• Make rounds and keep equipment and plant logs.
  
• Monitor and log fuel oil and gas consumption.
  
• Take and log fuel oil tank levels during fuel oil burning operations.
  
• Attend staff meetings, training seminars and in-service plant equipment training sessions as scheduled.
  
• Performs assigned duties in a manner that fosters initiative, cooperation, problem solving and team building.
  
• Makes recommendations to update, renew or institute current or new practices or policies within the plant.
  
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned.
  

Scope of Responsibility

• Knows the policies, procedures, and practices necessary to conduct normal function of a specific section, unit, or work area.
• Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on the working unit.
  

Decision Making

• Reports directly to Associate Director Utilities & Infrastructure, with minimal supervision.
  

Communication

• Exchanges routine and non-routine information using tact and persuasion as appropriate requiring excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The incumbent must be computer literate and able to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical manuals.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Must possess State of Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer's License.

• Five years of experience working in a central power plant with high pressure boilers, large centrifugal chillers and auxiliary equipment.
• Basic computer skills desired.
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Must be willing to work rotating shift work.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform physical work in a hot environment.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time.
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.
• Communication skills using the spoken word.
• Ability to see within normal parameters.
• Ability to hear within normal range.
• Ability to move about.
• Occasionally lifting, carrying objects weighing 60 lbs. or less.
• Capable of climbing ladders to access roof mounted equipment.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Classified Title: Stationary Engineer
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OF
Starting Salary Range: $21.25 - $36.90 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Varies
Exempt Status:Non-Exempt
Location:Homewood Campus
Department name: Utility Operations
Personnel area: University Administration

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.