Stationary Engineer #260910-8070TC-001

State of Connecticut; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a full-time Stationary Engineer to support operations in our Power Plant in Rocky Hill.

You will keep boilers, steam systems, and plant equipment running safely and efficiently, troubleshoot issues, perform hands-on maintenance on pumps, valves, and generators, and support 24/7 campus operations.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing steam boilers or significant boiler room equipment.
• Experience with steam boilers and related equipment.
• Experience treating water with boiler chemicals.
• Experience maintaining power plant equipment including pumps, valves, regulators, and generators.
• Experience with 150 psi or higher steam pressure.
• Experience in a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Keep boilers, steam systems, and plant equipment running safely and efficiently
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and make real-time adjustments to prevent downtime
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on pumps, valves, generators, and related systems
• Support reliable facility operations for a 24/7 campus serving Connecticut Veterans
• Work as part of a skilled team that values dependability, safety, and technical expertise

Skills

Steam boiler operation

Mechanical maintenance

Water treatment chemicals

Power plant equipment maintenance

High-pressure steam 150psi+

24/7 operations experience

Job description

The State of Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is seeking to fill one full-time Stationary Engineer position to support operations in our Power Plant in Rocky Hill. We are looking for an experienced professional who can keep our systems running safely and efficiently.

Position Highlights

• HOURS: Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
• NOTE: This position is eligible for shift and weekend differentials

Why The State Of Connecticut

• Explore our comprehensive State Employee Benefits Overview to see what we offer
• Enjoy abundant opportunities for professional growth and development
• Experience a healthy work/life balance

In This Role, You Will

• Keep boilers, steam systems, and plant equipment running safely and efficiently
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and make real-time adjustments to prevent downtime
• Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on pumps, valves, generators, and related systems
• Support reliable facility operations for a 24/7 campus serving Connecticut Veterans
• Work as part of a skilled team that values dependability, safety, and technical expertise

More About Us

For more than a century, the Department of Veterans Affairs has supported Connecticut veterans through the Residential Facility, the Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center, the Office of Advocacy and Assistance, and Cemetery and Burial Services. Our mission is grounded in dignity, respect, and service, and every team member plays an important role in supporting those who have defended our nation.

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience

Three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of steam boilers or of significant auxiliary boiler room or power plant equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with steam boilers and related equipment.
• Experience treating water with chemicals in a boiler system.
• Experience with the maintenance of power plant equipment, including but not limited to pumps, valve maintenance, regulators, and generators.
• Experience working with 150psi or higher steam pressure.
• Experience working in an environment that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Incumbents may be exposed to significant levels of dust, noise and heat; may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment.
• The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.