Stationary Engineer High Temp/Press, 3rd Shift

Towson University; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Towson University is seeking an experienced Stationary Engineer to operate and maintain high‑pressure boiler systems and related HVAC equipment on the Main Campus. You will read gauges, record readings, perform repairs on pumps and air compressors, conduct chemical tests for boiler water, and keep meticulous maintenance records.

The role requires strong knowledge of safety practices and ability to work in challenging environments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five years in the operation of a boiler room facility, three years with boilers over 500 HP and chillers over 500 tons.
• Licensure as a First Grade Stationary Engineer in Maryland.
• Year-for-year substitution: 30 college credits equal one year of experience.
• Thorough knowledge of boiler operation, safety regulations (OSHA), electricity, hydraulics and mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers, air conditioning equipment and ancillary equipment as prescribed by the Chief Engineer.
• Read gauges and meters; record readings indicating operating conditions.
• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble pumps and air compressors as required.
• Perform chemical tests on boiler makeup water and add chemicals as needed.
• Keep maintenance records and records of materials and supplies used.
• Lubricate fans, pumps, air compressors, motors and other ancillary equipment.
• Clean boiler fireside and waterside.
• Make patch repairs to refractory boilers.

Skills

Boiler operation

Maintenance & repair

Gauges & readings

Safety compliance

Work at heights

Education

Maryland First Grade Stationary Engineer license

Job description

Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate boilers, air conditioning equipment and ancillary equipment in an efficient manner as prescribed by the Chief Engineer.

• Read gauges and meters, and record readings indicating conditions of operating equipment and systems.

• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble pumps and air compressors as required or scheduled.

• Performs chemical tests on boiler and make-up water and add chemicals to water.

• Keep maintenance records and records of materials and supplies used.

• Lubricate fans, pumps, air compressors, motors, and other ancillary equipment.

• Clean boiler fireside and waterside.

• Make patch repairs to refractory boilers.

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Five years in the operation of a boiler room facility, three years of which involved boilers over 500 horsepower and chillers in excess of 500 tons.

• Licensure as a First Grade Stationary Engineer in the State of Maryland.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for this position: Thorough knowledge of and skill in the operation and maintenance of high-pressure boilers, furnaces, equipment and fuels. Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety practices to the boiler room facility; of the principles of electricity, hydraulics and mechanics. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trade. Ability to fire boilers; to read gauges and judge operating efficiency and safe conditions of boilers; to adjust burner controls to achieve maximum efficiency; to perform cleaning and major repairs to boilers and their auxiliaries.

Physical Demands: Must be able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work from ladders and scaffolding; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather and temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment; to communicate effectively

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license is required. Candidates selected for employment will be required to take additional training not limited to Ladder Training, confined spaces, heat stress and asbestos training.

Organization: Operations

Primary Location: Main Campus

Job Posting: Oct 29, 2026