Stationary Engineer 2

City of Philadelphia Department of Revenue; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The City of Philadelphia Department of Revenue is seeking a stationary engineer to operate and maintain high-tonnage pressurized boiler and chiller systems in a large plant facility. You will monitor automation, adjust temperature and pressure, and maintain system levels as directed by supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a valid grade A Steam Boiler license, and at least three years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
• Possession of a valid grade “A” Steam Boiler, Stationary and Refrigeration Engineer license as issued by the Philadelphia Department of Licenses & Inspections.
• Three years of experience in the stationary engineer trade which has included operating and maintaining high-tonnage pressurized boiler and chiller systems or related HVAC repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain high-tonnage pressurized boiler and chiller systems and related components.
• Monitor automation, check temperature and pressure readings, adjust as needed.
• Maintain refrigerant, chemical and water levels in the systems.

Skills

Boiler operation

HVAC systems

Mechanical inspection

Education

High school diploma

Job description

All applications will be accepted from 9/28/2026 to 10/25/2026.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

1. Impact – The work you do here matters to millions.
2. Growth – Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
3. Diversity & Inclusion – Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
4. Benefits – We care about your well-being.

General Job Description:

This is full performance/journey level stationary engineering work operating and maintaining high-tonnage pressurized boiler and chiller systems and related components in a large physical plant facility. Employees in this class on an assigned shift monitors the systems’ automation, checking and adjusting temperature and pressure readings and maintaining refrigerant, chemical and water levels in the systems. Work includes touring the physical plant facilities to inspect and to repair defective components. Work is performed under the supervision of a technical superior and involves some disagreeable aspects and light physical effort.

The Requirements are as follows:

1. EDUCATION: Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND

2. LICENSE: Possession of a valid grade “A” Steam Boiler, Stationary and Refrigeration Engineer license as issued by the Philadelphia Department of Licenses & Inspections.

AND

3. EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience in the stationary engineer trade which has included operating and maintaining high-tonnage pressurized boiler and chiller systems and related components or heating, cooling and ventilation repair and maintenance experience in a commercial or industrial facility.

NOTE: Completion a post-high school technical/vocational program with certification in heating and cooling may substitute for one year of the experience.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Jacky Li. You can contact Jacky at [e-mail].

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