Third Class Power Plant Engineer

Overview

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks a licensed Third-Class Power Plant Engineer for the Wrentham Developmental Center (WDC). The Engineer operates, maintains, and repairs high‑pressure boilers and auxiliary machinery to ensure safe and efficient power plant operation.

• 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 generator, HRSG, selective catalytic reduction system, deaerator, feedwater, condensate pumps, receiver, and surge tanks.
• Observe plant operation and make necessary adjustments.
• Respond to emergencies and equipment breakdowns.
• Read meters and gauges at specified intervals to insure proper temperature, pressure, and water levels.
• Keep power plant logs by recording readings, steam and power generated, fuel usage, maintenance performed, and similar data to keep accurate records.
• Test boiler water and returns; add chemicals when necessary to insure correct mix and balance.

• Possession of a Third Class or higher Stationary Engineers License based on the standards established by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Fire Services and pursuant to Chapter 146 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
• 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 oral work instructions.

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

• This position operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; employees must perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need.
• Designated as an “EMERGENCY” position in the Department of Developmental Service’s Emergency Plan; when the Governor declares a state of emergency, the employee is required to report to work.

Full‑time – 40‑hour weekly position. Shift schedule includes Sunday 5:30 am‑1:30 pm;
Monday 5:30 am‑1:30 pm and 9:30 pm‑5:30 am;
Tuesday 9:30 pm‑5:30 am;
Thursday 1:30 pm‑9:30 pm. Days off are Friday and Saturday. Flexibility with the work schedule is required.

An Equal Opportunity / Affiant Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.