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Stationary Engineer (37.5 Hour)(Office/On-site)

Stationary Engineer (37.5 Hour)(Office/On-site)

locationMiddletown, CT, USA
PublishedPublished: 1/14/2025
Engineering
Full Time
$56,720 - $73,426 per year

Introduction


Are you a problem-solver with a curiosity about inspecting, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment? Can you analyze issues and make sound decisions to keep machines running efficiently? If this sounds like you, we want your skills on our team! 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families' (DCF) is hiring a Stationary Engineer for a full-time position at the CJTS Energy Center in Middletown, CT, Monday through Friday, 7am - 3pm. Join a dedicated team responsible for operating and maintaining utility equipment for the CJTS campus.

As a Stationary Engineer, you will:
  • Operate, maintain, and repair hot water boilers, chillers, emergency generators, and associated distribution equipment.
  • Ensure the energy center’s flawless operation through vigilant maintenance and repair, including the building itself, the grounds, and light custodial work.
  • Use a system driven by software to monitor and control the plant, both onsite and remotely.
  • Monitor the Building Management System for the CJTS campus and make necessary adjustments.
  • Troubleshoot repairs and coordinate with vendors for service at the CJTS campus.
We are looking for someone with proven experience in maintaining and repairing hydronic heating systems, as well as demonstrated skills in installing or repairing piping for HVAC systems. A strong background of solving heating and cooling system issues is needed, along with analytical abilities to identify and implement effective solutions. The ideal candidate will also have the flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Why Join Us?
At the State of Connecticut, you will be part of a world-class team that values inclusion, collaboration, and innovation. We offer an encouraging and dynamic work environment where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. You will have the opportunity to work on ambitious projects that have a real impact on the community.

  • Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
  • Join a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is featured on America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our growing job market and dedication to encouraging a growing workforce, Connecticut is an excellent choice for professionals and fresh graduates looking to start their careers.

Selection Plan


    • In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 
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  • The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
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  • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.  
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  • Note:  At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.  These documents may include:  a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position. 
  • Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Liz Pinette at elizabeth.pinette@ct.gov.
  • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.  It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.  Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)


In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks involved in the operation of a moderate or large sized heating or power plant or for working as a technical maintenance or repair expert on powerhouse, high pressure steam and allied facilities and equipment; may be in complete charge of a small heating plant.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES


  • Upon taking over a shift, receives operating instructions from outgoing shift engineer; 
  • Inspects boiler room gauges, indicators, charts and records of operation, and the actual operating of the boiler room mechanical equipment and boilers, and issues any necessary instructions to subordinate(s); 
  • Acts similarly in regard to generating equipment if any; 
  • Makes various periodic and special tests and checks of facilities and equipment, making necessary adjustments; 
  • Maintains and repairs mechanical equipment, including tightening loose bearings, packing glands, and bolts, replacing wearing rings, replacing and repacking condenser tubes, renewing gaskets, renewing valves and stuffing boxes, and renewing value parts; 
  • Inspects operation of, maintains and repairs generating equipment, ice machinery, hot water heaters, laundry equipment, pumps, fans, compressors, electronic equipment, and other miscellaneous mechanical service equipment; 
  • Makes or supervises the making of simple boiler water analyses and determines necessary treatment; 
  • Calculates and records operating data; 
  • Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks; 
  • Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers; 
  • May assist in general building maintenance and repair; 
  • May inspect and repair steam traps fed by main system at various locations; 
  • May remove pipe insulation materials associated with the repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods; 
  • Performs related duties as required.


As engineer in charge of a heating plant and related minor utilities:

  • Performs and supervises maintenance and repair of boiler and boiler room equipment including feed pumps and fuel injectors or stokers; 
  • Supervises tending of boiler by others, issuing instructions, inspecting condition of equipment, and checking gauges and operation records; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY


  • Knowledge of and ability to operate, maintain and repair boilers, generators and related mechanical equipment; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE


Three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of steam boilers or of significant auxiliary boiler room or power plant equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


  • Experience maintaining and repairing a hydronic heating system.
  • Experience installing or repairing piping related to HVAC systems.
  • Experience trouble shooting heating and cooling systems problems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS


Incumbents in this class may be required to by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


  • Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
  • A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS


  • Incumbents may be exposed to significant levels of dust, noise and heat; may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment.
  • The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.

Conclusion


AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT


As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Salary range

  • $56,720 - $73,426 per year