Stationary Engineer

Stationary Engineer

The Operating Engineer works collaboratively under the guidance of the Assistant Chief and 1st Class Engineers to address facility issues and customer concerns. This role involves supporting the operation, maintenance, and repair of energy management systems and managing afterhours and weekend requests. The engineer may also assume the responsibilities of other roles such as 3rd Class Engineers, Water Treatment Specialist, Facilities Maintenance Technician, or Pump Maintenance Technician when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Resolve facility issues and customer concerns efficiently.
• Support the operation, maintenance, and repair of energy management systems.
• Manage afterhours and weekend requests.
• Perform duties of other roles in their absence, including Water Treatment Specialist and Facilities Maintenance Technician.

Essential Skills

• DC 3rd Class Steam Engineers license (non-restricted).
• Valid driver's license.
• 1 year of Energy Management System usage.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a central plant operation.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, a retirement plan with a generous match, tuition remission, and education benefits for dependent children. Benefit from flexible spending accounts, transit benefits, parental leave, long-term disability, back-up dependent care, pet insurance, and group auto & home discounts.

Work Environment

This position requires working multiple shifts, with current schedules being 7AM to 3PM, 3PM to 11PM, and 11PM to 7AM. As a relief position with 24/7 coverage, the employee must be prepared to work consecutive shifts if necessary and respond to nonscheduled shifts when called upon. The role involves field work, inspecting all university buildings, and driving an F-150 Service Truck around campus. The team currently consists of 10 members, with a goal to expand to 13 for optimal comfort, while aiming to add 7 more members. Heating systems are low temp/hot water, and cooling systems involve water circuits.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80600.00 - $80600.00/yr.

- Tuition coverage for you and your spouse and children- 10% Match on 401 K Retirement Fund - 15 Sick Leave days and Paid Holidays and PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Washington, DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2025.