Stationary Engineer Apprentice — Hands-On Building Ops

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc.; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. is seeking a reliable Stationary Engineer Apprentice to join our Engineering/Facilities team. This position offers hands-on training under experienced engineers to learn operation, inspection, and repair of building mechanical systems.

The program welcomes individuals with disabilities and provides on-the-job mentorship, safety training, and opportunities to develop skills in HVAC, boiler operation, and facilities maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Interest in stationary engineering, HVAC, building operations, or facilities maintenance.
• Willingness to learn through hands-on training and instruction.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and building personnel.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to take direction.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and workplace policies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate building mechanical systems and equipment.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, air-handling units, pumps, compressors, and generators.
• Perform routine inspections and documenting equipment conditions.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and scheduled maintenance activities.
• Respond to building maintenance requests and assist with troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Check gauges, meters, controls, and other equipment indicators and reporting abnormal readings or conditions.
• Assist with maintaining proper building temperatures and environmental conditions.
• Perform basic mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance tasks under supervision.
• Maintain maintenance logs, inspection records, and work orders as required.
• Keep mechanical rooms, equipment areas, and workspaces clean and organized.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and using tools and equipment appropriately.
• Immediately reporting equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or other concerns to the supervisor.
• Assist experienced engineers with repairs, adjustments, and other assigned engineering tasks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Punctuality

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Melwood Horticultural Training Center Inc. is seeking a reliable Stationary Engineer Apprentice to join our Engineering/Facilities team. This position offers hands-on training under experienced engineers to learn operation, inspection, and repair of building mechanical systems.

The program welcomes individuals with disabilities and provides on-the-job mentorship, safety training, and opportunities to develop skills in HVAC, boiler operation, and facilities maintenance.