Stationary Engineer

Stationary Engineer (2600005T) Towson University (TU) is a top‑100 public university located north of Baltimore, enrolling over 19,000 students. TU fosters a culture of respect and intellectual growth. The Stationary Engineer serves as the operating engineer on a shift in the Central Power Plant, responsible for the operations and maintenance of gas and oil‑fired boilers, central air‑conditioning equipment, and auxiliary equipment needed to provide an uninterrupted steam supply to campus facilities. This position is for 10 pm to 6 am. Responsibilities Operate boilers, air‑conditioning equipment, and ancillary equipment efficiently as prescribed by the Chief Engineer. Read gauges and meters, and record readings indicating conditions of operating equipment and systems. Dismantle, repair, and reassemble pumps and air compressors as required or scheduled. Perform chemical tests on boiler and make‑up water and add chemicals to water. Keep maintenance records and records of materials and supplies used. Lubricate fans, pumps, air compressors, motors, and other ancillary equipment. Clean boiler fireside and waterside. Make patch repairs to refractory boilers. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent; five years of experience in the operation of a boiler room facility, three of which involved boilers over 500 horsepower and chillers in excess of 500 tons. First Grade Stationary Engineer license in the State of Maryland. Thorough knowledge of and skill in the operation of multi‑fuel boilers over 500 horsepower and chillers over 500 tons, OSHA regulations related to central plant boiler operations, and principles of electricity, hydraulics, and mechanics. Skill in cleaning, repairing, and maintaining boilers and their auxiliaries; use and maintenance of tools and equipment required in stationary engineering; handling of fuels. Ability to fire boilers, read gauges, and judge operating efficiency and safety conditions of steam boiler operations; coordinate shift operations of the central plant facility; lead and train first‑grade stationary engineers. Capacity to work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery; use ladders and scaffolding; manipulate heavy equipment and tools up to 70 lbs.; handle multiple controls concurrently; work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather and temperature conditions; wear and use personal protective equipment; communicate effectively orally and in writing. Where applicable, education or other experience may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year‑for‑year basis, with 30 college credits equating to one year of experience. Conditions of Employment Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. A valid Maryland Non‑commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required. Candidates may also be required to receive training to work with asbestos. Salary and Benefits Targeted hiring range of $75,000–$80,000 annually with full University benefits that include annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days, excellent health, life, and retirement plans, and tuition remission. A 2.5% increase may be added to the annual salary upon successful completion of the initial six‑month probationary period. This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days. For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application. Towson University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Towson University is a smoke-free campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr