Stationary Engineer (Facilities and Real Estate)

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 29,274 - 50,833; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in Baltimore is seeking a Stationary Engineer to join their Power Plant team. The role involves operating boilers and chillers, performing routine maintenance, and monitoring fuel consumption. Applicants should possess a valid Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer’s License and five years of experience in a central power plant. Strong mechanical skills, basic computer knowledge, and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment are essential. This position offers a starting salary of $21.25 - $36.90 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical aptitude and physical ability to work in hot environments.
• Five years of experience in a central power plant.
• Basic computer skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers, chillers, and related equipment in a power plant.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of plant equipment.
• Monitor and log fuel oil and gas consumption.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State of Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer’s License

Job description

We are seeking Stationary Engineers. As a participating member of the Power Plant team, the Stationary Engineer stands watch in the boiler/chiller plant, making rounds and taking readings. The incumbent makes decisions regarding boiler and chiller loads in order to satisfy campus heating/cooling requirements. Observes plant equipment during operation and makes recommendations regarding equipment condition and potential maintenance needs. Plays an important role in the operation of the plant and is expected to be a contributing member of the Power Plant team with regard to the overall function of the operation.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Start, stop and operate boilers, chillers, combustion turbine/generator and related equipment consistent with a central power plant environment.
• Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning of boilers, chillers, combustion turbine/generator and plant equipment on a regular basis.
• Test boiler and cooling tower water condition and add chemical treatment to maintain proper limits and to prevent deposits or corrosion.
• Check boiler safety and shut down equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect, reassemble and clean equipment.
• Understand and become proficient in the operation and use of all plant software packages.
• Make rounds and keep equipment and plant logs.
• Monitor and log fuel oil and gas consumption.
• Take and log fuel oil tank levels during fuel oil burning operations.
• Attend staff meetings, training seminars and in-service plant equipment training sessions as scheduled.
• Performs assigned duties in a manner that fosters initiative, cooperation, problem solving and team building.
• Makes recommendations to update, renew or institute current or new practices or policies within the plant.
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibility

• Knows the policies, procedures, and practices necessary to conduct normal function of a specific section, unit, or work area. Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on the working unit.

Decision Making

• Reports directly to Utility Services Manager, with minimal supervision.

Communication

• Exchanges routine and non-routine information using tact and persuasion as appropriate requiring excellent oral and written communication skills. The incumbent must be computer literate and able to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical manuals.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess State of Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer’s License.
• Five years of experience working in a central power plant with high pressure boilers, large centrifugal chillers and auxiliary equipment.
• Basic computer skills desired.
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Must be willing to work rotating shift work.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform physical work in a hot environment.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.
• Communication skills using the spoken word.
• Ability to see within normal parameters.
• Ability to hear within normal range.
• Ability to move about.
• Occasionally lifting, carrying objects weighing 60 lbs. or less.
• Capable of climbing ladders to access roof mounted equipment.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Classified Title: Stationary Engineer
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OF
Starting Salary Range: $21.25 - $36.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: varies
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Utility Operations
Personnel area: University Administration