Dgs Stationary Engineer

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, non‑profit organizations and citizens of Maryland by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, security and law enforcement for state buildings. DGS is also responsible for facilities engineering, design, construction services, contract administration, and overseeing the state procurement process.

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Office of Facilities Management
29 St. Johns Street
Annapolis, MD 21401

The main purpose of this position is to operate the main power plant and auxiliary mechanical rooms in a State Office Complex to ensure proper temperature control of approximately twenty‑three buildings, which may require repair and adjustment of heating and air conditioning equipment. The power plant operates 24/7 and the incumbent may be required to work various shifts, weekends and/or holidays.

This is an emergency essential position subject to emergency release procedures. Employees in this position must be willing and available for duty at all hours, day or night, and are required to remain or report for duty at all hours as needed to maintain continuous operation. Selected candidates must complete a Pre‑Employment Physical to assess their ability to safely perform essential functions.

• Safely operate and maintain central plant equipment, including boilers, chillers, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Monitor and record equipment readings and respond appropriately to abnormal conditions.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building automation systems.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and support 24/7 facility operations.
• Work independently while collaborating with maintenance staff, contractors, and building management.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, environmental, and state Maryland safety regulations for a 24‑hour operation.

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a state high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: Three years as a Stationary Engineer 1st Grade.
• Candidates may substitute up to four years of licensed first‑grade engineer experience or up to four years of relevant U.S. Armed Forces military service experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Possession of a Maryland First Grade Stationary Engineer License.
• Three years of experience operating and maintaining central plant equipment, including high‑pressure boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, and associated mechanical systems.

• Possession of a Maryland First Grade Stationary Engineer License with five or more years of central plant operations experience.
• Experience operating and maintaining high‑pressure boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, generators, and steam distribution systems in a large institutional or government facility.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) such as Tridium Niagara, Metasys, or other automated building control systems.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) such as eMaint, Maximo, or a similar platform.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems while minimizing downtime to critical operations.

Employees in this classification must possess and maintain a current license as a Stationary Engineer, 1st Grade from the State Board of Stationary Engineers.

• Safety Requirements:
  Ability to use and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with OSHA, state Maryland, and DGS safety policies.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read technical manuals, maintain accurate operating logs, complete work orders, and communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and building occupants.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in using CMMS, BAS, and standard office software for documentation and reporting.
• Certification Maintenance:
  Must…