Stationary Engineer — Boiler & Utility Systems Expert

KDC/ONE; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KDC-ONE is seeking a Stationary Engineer to operate and maintain its central utility systems and building infrastructure at the California facility. You will manage boilers, wastewater treatment, water softeners, HVAC, pumps, and associated controls, ensuring safe, compliant operations and reliable manufacturing output.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, startup/shutdown procedures, and collaborating with contractors.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Must hold City of Los Angeles Steam Engineer's License (Boilers).
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating and maintaining industrial boilers and utility systems.
• Experience performing industrial facility maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred CMMS experience.
• Preferred trade school, technical certification, or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, or stationary engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, inspect, and maintain boiler and utility equipment (steam boilers, wastewater treatment, water softeners, compressed air systems, cooling towers).
• Monitor water chemistry, gas pressure, and instrumentation; diagnose malfunctions.
• Perform startup, shutdown, and operational checks of utility systems.
• Maintain daily logs, performance records, and regulatory documentation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and operating regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs on facility systems (HVAC, plumbing, lighting, pumps, motors).
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors; support facility improvement projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

HVAC systems

Pumps and motors

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Los Angeles Steam Engineer's License

Tools

CMMS

Job description

KDC-ONE is seeking a Stationary Engineer to operate and maintain its central utility systems and building infrastructure at the California facility. You will manage boilers, wastewater treatment, water softeners, HVAC, pumps, and associated controls, ensuring safe, compliant operations and reliable manufacturing output.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, startup/shutdown procedures, and collaborating with contractors.