Second Class Engineer

Job no:

R-0000001711

Position Title:

Second Class Engineer

Faculty or Staff:

Staff

Full Time or Part Time:

Full time

In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:

In-Person

Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:

$43.05

Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date:

12/01/2024

Job Description:

The Facilities Management department supports the administration, faculty, staff and students in the quality planning and development of facilities projects that support our mission. Our talented staff of approximately 140 FTEs Cleaning, Mechanical Trades, Central Heating Plant, Grounds, Paint, Carpentry, Stockroom, EH&S, Fleet Services, and Mail Services) are responsible for more than 2,000,000 SF of property in over 60 major buildings and for maintaining more than 300 acres.

The responsibilities include the daily operation and maintenance of the Central Heating Plant boilers, pumps, temperature control system and boiler water treatment as well as preventative maintenance on the associated equipment.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Operate the plant in accordance with Massachusetts CMR522 Board of Boiler Rules.
• Review and complete daily log reading of gas fuel, steam generated, domestic water usage and calculating plant efficiency to comply with state environmental records.
• Blow down water columns, glasses, low water cut outs and blow high water alarms to assure they are working properly.
• Collect daily water samples to test boiler water fed chemistry.
• Every two hours check all equipment for proper operation and safety requirement by the State of Massachusetts.
• Consult with outside vendors and contractors as needed to assist with repairs and oversee the repairs.
• Respond to any emergency involving natural gas, electricity, fuel oil, high pressure steam, compressed air and domestic water in the building.
• Operate the cogeneration steam turbine at maximum efficiency.
• Monitor smoke opacity alarms D.E.P. required.
• Test safety valves required by Insurance company- twice a year.
• Perform pipe fitting and preventive maintenance as required during summer shut down.
• Ensure all boilers and condensate, feed water tanks are drained and clean for inspection.
• Do all necessary repairs and mechanical work as needed during summer shut down in accordance to M.C.L-522 CMR.
• Responsible for shift coverage 24-7.
• Assist the HVAC department when needed and during summer shut down.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must have a Massachusetts Second Class Steam Engineer license.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in modern power plant, operating turbine generators and with routine boiler maintenance.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, be willing to work overtime and have familiarity with routine boiler maintenance.
• Possess the theory, application and experience in the operation and maintenance of power plant auxiliary equipment.
• The willingness to perform other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Respirator training
• Confined space training
• Lockout training
• SPCC training
• Asbestos training
  
  
  

Working Rate:

$43.05

License/Certifications:

Massachusetts Second Class Steam Engineer license

Working Conditions:

• Employee handles a range of hazardous materials, including cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• May have contact with chemicals and fumes, wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme weather related to heat or cold.
• Must occasionally work in high and precarious places.
• Noise level in some work environments can occasionally be loud.
  
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Balancing, carrying, pulling/pushing, grasping, repetitive movement, standing, bending, reaching, sitting, twisting and lifting.
• Ability to physically perform manual tasks, climb stairs, lift, climb ladders, and bend.
• Ability to lift (50) pounds unassisted, able to stoop or stand for prolonged periods of time.
  
  
  

What We Offer:

Our comprehensive benefits program offers a range of options to you can make choices that work best for you and your family:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Disability and Leave Benefits
• Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
• Generous Paid Time Off
  
  
  

Background Checks:

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

Special Instructions for Applicants:

Apply online; application materials must include:

• A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
• A complete resume or curriculum vitae
• For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.