Stationary Engineer II - Bar Harbor

Stationary Engineer II – Bar Harbor The Jackson Laboratory is seeking a Stationary Engineer to join our team in Bar Harbor, ME! Under minimal supervision, operates and performs preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance on boilers, steam turbines, chillers, emergency generators, incinerators, fuel systems, and related equipment. Keeps detailed records, log sheets, and reports for internal use along with state and federal agencies. Work is performed in a highly regulated critical environment that supports data centers, live animal colonies and sensitive research facilities on a 24/7 basis. These systems regulate environmental conditions required for research integrity and animal welfare. Failures or incorrect operation can lead to loss of research data, interruption of scientific operations, or harm to animals. Provides rotating shift and weekend/holiday facilities coverage 24/7/365 basis. Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions Operates, cleans, and maintains high-pressure boilers, steam turbines, industrial chillers, incinerators, power generation and distribution systems, and associated auxiliary equipment. Monitors plant instrumentation and equipment to assess operating conditions and records operational data. Proactively identifies trends and responds to abnormal conditions to maintain optimal plant reliability and efficiency. Tests, analyzes, and controls water chemistry in boilers, chillers, and related systems to ensure safe and efficient operation. Utilizes computer applications, including a CMMS, to document maintenance activities, generate reports, and complete checklists and operational documentation. Serves as the primary facilities maintenance and operations response personnel outside of normal operating hours, providing immediate diagnosis and corrective action for plant issues, or contacting on-call maintenance personnel when additional support is required. Adheres to strict compliance with established watch stander rules of engagement, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Stands watch in rotating 12 hour shifts. Occasional travel may be required for training and/or support of maintenance activities at other sites. Utility Operator Level II Trains and mentors junior technicians. Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities In depth knowledge in the regulatory requirements, operation and principles of high pressure boilers, chilled water systems, general water chemistry, electrical distribution and generation, plumbing, HVAC, electronic controls, electrical distribution and associated systems. Strong analytical skills for effective problem-solving. Able to operate and maintain a complex central utility plant in critical environments, utilize a CMMS, read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and control schematics. Demonstrates a willingness and ability to quickly learn and apply new technical skills in facility maintenance and operations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and documentation. Level II Technicians are expected to independently resolve complex technical issues, train junior technicians on standard maintenance procedures, and consistently exhibit initiative and sound judgment while troubleshooting with minimal supervision. Participate in a rotating 12 hour shift work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to enter confined spaces, climb stairs & ladders, bend, squat or crouch, crawl, kneel, stoop, stretch and stand and/or work in cramped areas for prolonged periods of times while repairing equipment both at floor level, overhead, and or/in confined space areas. 3+ years of experience required, 5+ years of experience preferred. High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Certification Requirements State of Maine Third Class Stationary Engineer or higher. Certification in confined space entry or ability to qualify within 6 months. Pay range (Hourly Rate) $38.54 - $55.89 base pay Added Shift Differentials On Call & Evening Shifts: +$3 per hour Holiday Shifts: +$10 per hour Weekend Shifts: +$2 per hour #CA-EH8 About JAX: The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California, New York, Florida), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health. Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org. EEO Statement: The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. Bar Harbor: The Jackson Laboratory's 43-acre scenic Bar Harbor campus is nestled between the Gulf of Maine and the mountains of Acadia National Park. Some of the best hiking and biking in the world (over 50 square miles of mountains, lakes, views, and dramatic coastline) is accessible from our campus. We are one mile from downtown Bar Harbor, which offers a vibrant downtown district with a plethora of restaurants, shops, museums, and galleries. Ellsworth: The Charles E. Hewett Center in Ellsworth, Maine, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves researchers world wide. The facility represents the culmination of nine decades of unmatched experience and leadership in breeding and caring for laboratory mice. Ellsworth, Maine, is one of Maine’s fastest growing cities. With a growth rate of nearly 20%, Ellsworth is a bustling year-round community and acts as a hub for surrounding towns. It is located nearby Acadia National Park and hosts numerous special events, concerts and festivals each year. Residents have access to fabulous shopping, recreation, museums, galleries, and dining at a variety of independent restaurants. Farmington: JAX Genomic Medicine is transforming medicine by improving patient care, lowering costs, and increasing life span and health span. JAX Genomic Medicine’s research focuses on the complex genetic causes of disease and on the development of genomic solutions tailored to each person's unique genetic makeup. JAX Genomic Medicine sits on a 17-acre site on the campus of the University of Connecticut Health Center. The 183,500-square-foot facility opened in the fall of 2014. Now, it houses over 300 biomedical researchers, technicians, and support staff in state-of-the-art computing facilities and laboratories. In Connecticut, JAX resides in the scenic town of Farmington, in the state’s capitol region. The Hartford region, which offers some of the best public schools in the country, is made up of both bigger cities and smaller, charming historic New England towns. JAX Genomic Medicine is also geographically located within 2 hours of Boston and New York and is close to multiple transportation systems, including bus lines, highways, railroads and international airports. Sacramento: The JAX® Mice, Clinical and Research Services facility is located in Sacramento, the state capital of California. Sacramento is less than a two-hour drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley, and scenic Lake Tahoe, and a short flight to both Los Angeles and Orange County. Sacramento is the birthplace of the nation’s Farm to Fork movement, and offers excellent restaurants, gastro-pubs, wineries, theaters, and museums. Outdoor activities are plentiful: Boating, white water rafting, and riding the scenic bicycle trails are popular. Housing and other costs of living are more affordable in Sacramento and its surrounding suburbs than in most other neighboring areas in the North Bay, making Sacramento one of the hottest housing markets in the country year after year. Augusta: JAX’s Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative (MCGI) is located in Augusta, Maine, in the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care (HACCC), at Maine General Hospital. It began operations in 2016 with three overarching goals: to provide cancer genomic testing for Maine cancer patients; to develop and deliver physician education about clinical genomic cancer diagnostics; and to build a network in Maine of oncology practices conducting studies in genomic medicine.