Stationary Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

General Summary

Operates and maintains one or more systems which provide an establishment with such services as heat, air-conditioning (cool, humidify, dehumidify, filter, and circulate air) refrigeration, steam or high-temperature water or electricity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Observes and interprets readings on gauges, meters and charts which register various aspects of the system’s operation.
• Set and maintain mechanical equipment controls per UFC and DoD guidance for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems in accordance with applicable directives, instructions, manuals, and engineering technical orders.
• Adjusts controls to insure safe and efficient operation of the system and to meet demands for the service provided.
• Records in logs various aspects of the system’s operation.
• Keeps the engines, machinery and equipment of the system in good working order.
• May direct and coordinate activities of other workers in performing tasks directly related to operating and maintaining the system or systems.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a stationary engineer or related field.
• Ability to perform work safely under hazardous conditions.
• Able to trouble shoot and repair most complex problems.
• Knowledge of computer software programs to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• High School Graduate, technical or trade school certificate in related field desired.

Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions.
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing