What are the responsibilities and job description for the 3rd Cl Power Plant Eng - CoGen position at Wrentham Developmental Center?
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking a motivated, experienced and licensed candidate for the
position of Third-Class Power Plant Engineer Co-Gen at the Wrentham Developmental Center (WDC). The Power Plant
Engineer is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing high pressure boilers and auxiliary machinery. The
Engineer ensures that each assigned power plant is operated safely and efficiently.
Job Responsibilities:(The duties and responsibilities stated are general summary and not all inclusive.)
- Operate a second-class co-generation power plant under the supervision of the Chief Engineer.
- Maintain, operate, repair and clean power plant equipment such as three Cleaver Brooks boilers, Jenbacher gas
surge tanks.
- Observe the operation of the plant and make necessary adjustments.
- Respond to emergencies and equipment breakdown.
- Read meters and gauges at specified intervals to insure proper temperature, pressure, water levels, etc.
- Keep power plant logs by recording readings, steam and power generated, fuel usage, maintenance performed and
- Responsible for testing boiler water and returns. Add chemicals when necessary for proper mix to insure correct
Required Qualifications:
- Possession of a Third Class or higher Stationary Engineers License based on the standards established by the
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the principles of electrical generating equipment.
- Understanding of pipe fitting techniques.
- Skilled using power tools and equipment required in maintaining and repairing power plant equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow written and/or oral work instructions.
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Special Qualifications:
- This position is in a program that operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The Department of Developmental Services
- Designated as an “EMERGENCY” position in the Department of Developmental Service’s Emergency Plan. This
report to work.
Schedule Information:
Full-time – 40 hour weekly position
Schedule –
Sunday: 5:30 am - 1:30pm
Monday 5:30 am - 1:30pm,
Monday 9:30pm-5:30 am
Tuesday 9:30pm- 5:30 am
Thursday: 1:30 pm - 9:30pm
Days off – Friday and Saturday
Flexibility with work schedule will be required for this position.
About the Department of Developmental Services:
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities
for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully
and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals
throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly
oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest
state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.
For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dds
Pre-Hire Process:
Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:
- Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppcabuserregistry
- Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://
- National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check.
- https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks
selected candidate. Additionally, any licensure required for the position will be verified. Information provided as part of
the hiring process is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s
website.
Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring
Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the
Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please
click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human
Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4.
ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT.
This is a Civil Service position. If there is no Civil Service list for this title, employees appointed must take and pass the
next Civil Service examination when administered.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a Third Class or higher Stationary Engineers license based on standards established by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and pursuant to Chapter 146 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.
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