Second Class Engineer

$89,544 - $89,544/Yr

Mount Holyoke College - South Hadley, MA

Part-time - Mid Level

South Hadley, MA

101-250 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Second Class Engineer at Mount Holyoke College is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the Central Heating Plant, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards. This role involves monitoring equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and responding to emergencies related to the plant's operations. The engineer will work closely with other departments and outside vendors to maintain efficient plant operations and support the college's facilities management objectives.

Responsibilities

• Operate the plant in accordance with Massachusetts CMR522 Board of Boiler Rules.
• Review and complete daily log reading of gas fuel, steam generated, domestic water usage and calculating plant efficiency to comply with state environmental records.
• Blow down water columns, glasses, low water cut outs and blow high water alarms to assure they are working properly.
• Collect daily water samples to test boiler water fed chemistry.
• Every two hours check all equipment for proper operation and safety requirement by the State of Massachusetts.
• Consult with outside vendors and contractors as needed to assist with repairs and oversee the repairs.
• Respond to any emergency involving natural gas, electricity, fuel oil, high pressure steam, compressed air and domestic water in the building.
• Operate the cogeneration steam turbine at maximum efficiency.
• Monitor smoke opacity alarms D.E.P. required.
• Test safety valves required by Insurance company- twice a year.
• Perform pipe fitting and preventive maintenance as required during summer shut down.
• Ensure all boilers and condensate, feed water tanks are drained and clean for inspection.
• Do all necessary repairs and mechanical work as needed during summer shut down in accordance to M.C.L-522 CMR.
• Responsible for shift coverage 24-7.
• Assist the HVAC department when needed and during summer shut down.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have a Massachusetts Second Class Steam Engineer license.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in modern power plant, operating turbine generators and with routine boiler maintenance.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, be willing to work overtime and have familiarity with routine boiler maintenance.
• Possess the theory, application and experience in the operation and maintenance of power plant auxiliary equipment.
• The willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

Nice-to-haves

• Respirator training
• Confined space training
• Lockout training
• SPCC training
• Asbestos training

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Disability and Leave Benefits
• Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
• Generous Paid Time Off