Stationary Engineer

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Mechanical Services Supervisor and/or Chief Engineer the Stationary Engineer will operate and repair equipment and complete work assignments and preventive maintenance in accordance with applicable building codes accepted industry-standard practices and all safety and regulatory requirements and directives.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all Drexel University EHS policies and procedures.
• Participate in shift coverage as required and perform related duties as assigned.
• Read and interpret technical documents including construction specifications equipment technical manuals wiring diagrams schematics blueprints mechanical & electrical drawings and process & instrument drawings.
• Install new equipment and replace faulty system components.
• Work as directed with management and recommend changes and/or modifications of existing building equipment and systems.
• Monitor the performance of new equipment during the project final inspection phase and warranty period to verify equipment operation.
• May be required to train an apprentice during Drexels participation in the I.U.O.E. Local 835 Apprenticeship Program.
• Attend all training deemed mandatory by the University.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED in orthe equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
• Minimum of 5 years of verifiable journey-level experience in the maintenance repair and operation of major mechanical systems and related equipment in a large commercial industrial governmental building or institution.
• Possession of a current valid Universal Technician (CFC) Certificate as required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
• Possession of a current valid City of Philadelphia Engineer Grade A license as required by the City of Philadelphia Department of Licenses & Inspections.
• Possession of a valid drivers license with a record that meets Drexels Driver Qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade-related vocational/technical school certification.
• Successful completion of a State-approved Stationary Engineer Apprenticeship Program that includes the maintenance repair and operation of major mechanical systems and related equipment in a large commercial industrial governmental building or institution.
• Have a thorough understanding of sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of the Drexel University students faculty staff and community.

Physical Demands

• Typically standing walking
• Typically bending crouching stooping
• Lifting demands 50lbs

Location

• University City - Philadelphia PA

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time Union position classified as Non-Exempt. Benefits and compensation are based on the agreed Collective Bargaining Agreement for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.