Stationary Engineer

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. As a Stationary Engineer, you’ll inspect, operate, and maintain high-pressure steam powerhouse systems, HVAC equipment, emergency power, and fire protection systems essential to patient care.

Your day-to-day includes monitoring logs in the Central Utility Plant, identifying trends, operating boilers, and inspecting utility systems

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Third-Class Stationary Engineer License or higher from Ohio or equivalent.
• License transfer accepted; licensure exam in Ohio within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of steam distribution, condensate, chillers, water distribution, cooling towers, and air handling.
• Working knowledge of blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Military experience (e.g., MM, 3E0X2) considered.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate and maintain high pressure/steam powerhouse, HVAC systems, emergency power and fire protection systems.
• Monitor HVAC source and distribution equipment (steam, chilled water, water chemistry, humidification, air handling).
• Monitor and respond to all fire protection systems.
• Respond to all emergency calls.
• Test and monitor emergency generators and transfer equipment.
• Work at other Cleveland Clinic facilities as needed.

Skills

Steam systems knowledge

HVAC systems

Blueprints and schematics

Maintenance procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Third-Class Stationary Engineer License or higher

Tools

Blueprints

Electrical schematics

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Stationary Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our facilities safe, reliable, and running at their best. You’ll inspect, operate, and maintain high-pressure steam powerhouse systems, HVAC equipment, emergency power, and fire protection systems that are essential to supporting patient care.

Your day-to-day work will include monitoring and maintaining logs in the Central Utility Plant, identifying trends to help prevent issues, operating and maintaining boilers, and inspecting and documenting a variety of utility systems, including bulk oxygen tanks and chillers. Your technical expertise and attention to detail will help keep critical systems operating safely and efficiently.

As part of our team, you’ll work alongside skilled professionals in an environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth. We’ll provide opportunities to expand your knowledge, strengthen your skills, and continue advancing your career.

A caregiver in this position works varying shifts, 2:30pm--11:00pm or 10:30pm--7:00am. Rotating weekends and holidays.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Inspect, operate and maintain a high pressure/steam powerhouse, HVAC systems and emergency power and fire protection systems.
• Monitor and maintain HVAC-related source and distribution equipment such as steam, chilled water, water chemistry, humidification, air handling, etc.
• Monitor and respond to all fire protection systems.
• Respond to all emergency calls.
• Test and monitor emergency generators and transfer equipment.
• Work at other Cleveland Clinic facilities as needed.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current Third-Class Stationary Engineer License or higher from the State of Ohio, or an equivalent state recognized certification
• Valid Stationary Engineer’s License issued by another state is acceptable; however, continued employment requires either approval for license transfer by the State of Ohio or successful completion of the Ohio licensure exam within 12 months of hire
• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: steam distribution systems, condensate systems, large chiller systems, water distribution systems, cooling towers and air handling systems
• Must possess working knowledge of blueprints and electrical schematics
• Military experience such as Machinists Mate (MM), Electric Power Production (3E0X2) or similar will be considered

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• 2 years of experience as a stationary engineer or industrial/utility power plant operator (time spent in a Stationary Engineer Apprenticeship Program may be applied toward this preferred experience)
• Knowledge of fire protection equipment, building automation equipment, emergency generators, and HVAC equipment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to be mobile for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• Ability to move/transport items, equipment, or carts weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
• Ability to inspect equipment
• Ability to install, repair and maintain systems, equipment, fixtures and/or structures
• Ability to distinguish color
• Ability to climb ladders

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $33.46

Maximum hourly: $51.03

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).