1st Class Steam Engineer
Washington, DCFull-time$29.6–39.06/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The 1st Class Steam Engineer works in the Maintenance department at Ascension Providence Hospital/Health System in Washington, DC. The role operates and monitors power-house equipment, maintains and repairs power plant machinery, tests and adjusts boiler and water systems, manages annual boiler teardowns, and tracks facility electrical usage. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Sunday through Wednesday and Saturday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
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Your future role at a glance
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Location: Washington DC
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Facility: Ascension Providence Hospital/Health System
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Department: Maintenance
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Schedule: Sun-Wed and Sat 3:00pm - 11:00pm l 40 hours per week
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Salary Range: $29.60 to $39.06
How you’ll make an impact in this role
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Executes daily operational rounds and SCADA/BMS monitoring across all power house equipment, taking system readings (pressure, temperature, levels) and making adjustments to optimize performance and respond to alarms.
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Installs, maintains, and repairs heavy power plant machinery, including precise motor and pump alignments to minimize wear and prevent mechanical failure.
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Performs daily chemical testing and dosage adjustments on boilers, water softeners, and condensate return systems to prevent corrosion and scale buildup.
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Manages annual boiler teardowns for inspection, adjusting and calibrating fuel-to-air ratios to ensure maximum combustion efficiency and environmental compliance.
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Tracks real-time facility electrical usage and implemented load-management changes to maintain grid stability and lower operating costs.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
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Licensed Maintenance Professional specializing in Engineering obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
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Class 1 Steam Engineer license.
Work Experience:
- 1 year boiler chiller operator experience required.
Additional Preferences:
- 2 years in high power area preferred.
Benefits that help you thrive
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Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
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Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
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Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
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Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
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Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
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Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
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Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Min Salary: 29.60
Max Salary 40.23
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