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Stationary Engineer (37.5 Hour)


Job Location:

Hartford County, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 59592 - 77144
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction
Are you experienced with boilers steam systems and power plant equipment
Join our team and help ensure safe reliable facility operations for Connecticut Veterans.

The State of Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is hiring two (2) full-time Stationary Engineersto support operations in our Power Plant in Rocky Hill. We are looking for experienced professionals who can keep our systems running safely and efficiently.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • LOCATION: Rocky Hill
  • HOURS: Full-time 37.5 hours/week
  • SCHEDULE: 10-week repeating scheduled covering multiple shifts
  • NOTE: This position is eligible for shift and weekend differentials
WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:
    IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:
    • Keep boilers steam systems and plant equipment running safely and efficiently
    • Troubleshoot mechanical issues and make real-time adjustments to prevent downtime
    • Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on pumps valves generators and related systems
    • Support reliable facility operations for a 24/7 campus serving Connecticut Veterans
    • Work as part of a skilled team that values dependability safety and technical expertise
    MORE ABOUT US:
    For more than a century the Department of Veterans Affairs has supported Connecticut veterans through the Residential Facility the Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center the Office of Advocacy and Assistance and Cemetery and Burial Services. Our mission is grounded in dignity respect and service and every team member plays an important role in supporting those who have defended our nation.


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    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
    In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks involved in the operation of a moderate or large sized heating or power plant or for working as a technical maintenance or repair expert on powerhouse high pressure steam and allied facilities and equipment; may be in complete charge of a small heating plant.
    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
    • Upon taking over a shift receives operating instructions from outgoing shift engineer;
    • Inspects boiler room gauges indicators charts and records of operation and the actual operating of the boiler room mechanical equipment and boilers and issues any necessary instructions to subordinate(s);
    • Acts similarly in regard to generating equipment if any;
    • Makes various periodic and special tests and checks of facilities and equipment making necessary adjustments;
    • Maintains and repairs mechanical equipment including tightening loose bearings packing glands and bolts replacing wearing rings replacing and repacking condenser tubes renewing gaskets renewing valves and stuffing boxes and renewing value parts;
    • Inspects operation of maintains and repairs generating equipment ice machinery hot water heaters laundry equipment pumps fans compressors electronic equipment and other miscellaneous mechanical service equipment;
    • Makes or supervises the making of simple boiler water analyses and determines necessary treatment;
    • Calculates and records operating data;
    • Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks;
    • Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers;
    • May assist in general building maintenance and repair;
    • May inspect and repair steam traps fed by main system at various locations;
    • May remove pipe insulation materials associated with the repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods;
    • Performs related duties as required.
    As engineer in charge of a heating plant and related minor utilities:
    • Performs and supervises maintenance and repair of boiler and boiler room equipment including feed pumps and fuel injectors or stokers;
    • Supervises tending of boiler by others issuing instructions inspecting condition of equipment and checking gauges and operation records;
    • Performs related duties as required.
    KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
    • Knowledge of and ability to operate maintain and repair boilers generators and related mechanical equipment;
    • Skills
      • interpersonal skills;
      • oral and written communication skills;
    • Ability to utilize computer software.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
    Three (3) years of experience in the operation maintenance and repair of steam boilers or of significant auxiliary boiler room or power plant equipment.
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Experience with the equipment and processes related to steam generation.
    • Experience with water chemistry in a boiler system
    • Experience with the maintenance of power plant equipment including pumps valve maintenance regulators and generators
    • Experience working in a 24/7 environment
    • Experience working with 150psi or higher steam pressure
    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    Incumbents in this class may be required to by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses permits and/or certifications.
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength stamina physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
    • A physical examination may be required.
    WORKING CONDITIONS
    • Incumbents may be exposed to significant levels of dust noise and heat; may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment.
    • The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.
    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.

    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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