JOB DESCRIPTION

Stationary Engineer II

Title:

Stationary Engineer II

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Shift

Rotating 12 hr. shifts

Reports to:

Operations Supervisor

Department:

Operations

Employment Status:

Full Time

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No

Location:

North Carolina – NIH Campus

Date Created/Last Evaluated:

5-19-26

Summary

Start, Stop, Regulate, Monitor, and Control High Temperature Hot Water Boilers, large (3500 ton) Centrifugal Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, and Auxiliary Equipment.

Primary Duties

· Check and adjust related set points to optimize plant performance and reliability.

· Maintain logs, records, and data sheets; prepare reports, timesheets, material requisitions, work orders, and other administrative documents related to plant operations.

· Observe, record, and interpret indications from instrumentation and control systems. Calculate, evaluate, and report findings.

· Perform functional testing of and assist in the investigation of problems with plant systems and components. Support plant maintenance and engineering personnel with such efforts.

· Collect and test water samples for compliance with water treatment program. Make appropriate adjustments to water treatment equipment.

· Participate in the development, review, and revision of standard operating procedures.

· Perform routine preventative and predictive maintenance on all systems and equipment; support corrective maintenance efforts on selected equipment.

· Perform Housekeeping duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

· High School Diploma or Equivalent

· Five (5) Years Operator experience in a heating and cooling plant, power plant or industrial environment; technical training and previous success in performing technical functions in a power plant environment preferred.

· Must hold a NIULPE 2’nd Class Power Engineer license or be able to attain within 1 year of employment.

· Must hold valid OSHA 10 Hour General Industry Safety certification.

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety procedures and/or rules, operation and maintenance manuals, and written directions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Stationary Engineer II are expected to possess the skills, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

· Stationary Engineer II shall furnish hand tools appropriate for the safe and efficient performance of the position.

· Must be proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and CMMS software programs.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

· Display professional behavior at all times.

Physical Demands

· Mist be able to routinely lift 50 lbs.

· Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and in and out of valve pits.

· Must be able to be on feet for duration of shift if necessary.

· Personal Protective Equipment must be worn in performance of some duties

· Work with hazardous materials may be required.

· Position requires a post-offer physical examination and drug screening.

Work Environment

· Stationary Engineer II can be expected to work in an Industrial environment.

· Be expected to work in confined spaces.

· Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work as required by schedule, work load, and plant conditions.

· No smoking or use of any tobacco products, e-cigarettes or vapor nicotine delivery system permitted anywhere at the facility.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.

Pay: From $42.09 per hour

Work Location: In person