Stationary Engineer I/II
Prince George's County Public Schools
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Prince George's County Office of Central Services seeks a skilled Stationary Engineer I/II to inspect, maintain, and operate HVAC and environmental systems across county facilities. You’ll work under supervision, advancing to full performance with licensed status after probation and Second Class accreditation.
The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with contracts and shop personnel, supporting essential county services.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Six months of maintenance/repair experience on HVAC systems.
- Third Class Stationary Engineer license and valid Class C license required.
- Must be able to respond to emergency calls on a 24-hour basis.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, maintain, and repair heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
- Operate building environmental systems and associated electrical/plumbing components.
- Review daily documentation and assist with project work in multiple facilities.
- Comply with safety rules and MOSH/OSHA standards at all times.
- Possess BAS/EMS knowledge to monitor and troubleshoot control systems.
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Come join our team! The Prince George’s County
The Prince George's County Office of Central Services is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Stationary Engineer I/II, (Building Engineer 1A) grade A-14/15 position, in the Facilities Operation and Management Division. This position may work in various County facilities, including the correctional facility.
This is a skilled entry to full-performance level mechanical and manual work in the inspection maintenance, repair, and operation of environmental systems in assigned County owned and leased buildings. The selected candidate will regularly inspect the heating, cooling, and ventilating systems making necessary adjustments and repairs for the proper functioning of the system. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor of Facilities Manager.
Upon the satisfactory completion of the probationary period and attainment of a Second (2nd) Class Stationary Engineer License, the selected candidate may be promoted to the full performance II level of the Building Engineer class series.
The Office of Central Services is a multifaceted agency of the Prince George’s County Government providing government-wide, mission critical support services in the areas of facilities operations and management, building design & construction, real estate services, fleet management, and general services. We make government operations operate better for the government.
- Plans, schedules, and leads subordinates in the maintaining and performing preventive maintenance on mechanical and non-mechanical systems.
- Operate building environmental systems, i.e., heating/cooling/ventilation systems, plumbing, fixtures, electrical systems, and non-mechanical items.
- Review and complete documentation associated with daily performance.
- Assist shop and contract personnel with performing work at assigned buildings.
- Observes all administrative rules and regulations, safety practices and measures, and complies with security regulations at all times.
- Maintains knowledge of safety rules and regulations in trade areas. Consistently observes good safety practices in accordance with County, Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Demonstrates good knowledge of latest equipment and replacement parts.
- Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties assigned which may not specifically listed in position description but are within the general category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s class of work.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D Certificate.
- Six (6) months of the maintenance, repair, installation of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
- Must possess and maintain a Third (3rd) Class Stationary Engineer’s License as established by the Maryland Department of Licensing and Regulation, Board of Examining Engineers.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver’s license with no more than six (6) points.
An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of the assembly, adjustment, repair and installation of heating/cooling/ventilating systems.
- Ability to understand, operate, and troubleshoot Building Automated Systems (B.A.S.), Energy Management Systems (E.M.S) and other computer-based control and monitoring systems in buildings.
- Ability to identify problems in the system to ensure early detection of breakdowns.
EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
December 1, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
3415 N Forest Edge Rd, District Heights, MD 20747, USA
- Must possess and maintain a Third (3rd) Class Stationary Engineer’s License as established by the Maryland Department of Licensing and Regulation, Board of Examining Engineers.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver’s license.
- Must be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
- Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This is an essential position. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
- Supplemental Pension Plan
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
- 457(b)
- 403(b)
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
- Critical Illness
- Whole Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Services
For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
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