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Amentum · 1 day ago

Engineer - First Operator (Boiler Operator)

US-VA-McLean

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$47.06/hr - $47.06/hr

4+ years exp

Amentum is looking for an Engineer - First Operator (Boiler Operator) to join our team in McLean, VA! This role involves operating and maintaining various boiler and HVAC systems, monitoring safety programs, and responding to emergencies.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain boilers, incinerators, steam stations, air handling units, and associated equipment

Make periodic tours of assigned equipment and systems within headquarters compound, recording required data

Monitor water treatment program for Central Plant

Monitor and execute the Lock-out/Tag-out program

Report all faults, deficiencies, and unusual occurrences to the Watch Chief

Respond to emergencies on assigned equipment, performing all tasks necessary for the protection of property and personnel

Assume all responsibilities and duties of Second Operator as required

Assume all responsibilities of HVAC Grade I as assigned by Chief Engineer on maintenance days

Direct Second Operator when authorized by Watch Chief

Perform other job-related work as required

Monitor and operate assigned control systems

Qualification

Journeyman HVAC licenseUniversal CFC certificationCommercial/industrial operationsBlueprint interpretationPiping systems knowledgeBasic computer skillsWrittenOral comprehensionPresentation skills

Required

Four years' experience in commercial/industrial operations

Must possess a Journeyman HVAC license, or Maryland Grade I Stationary Engineer License, or DC 3rd steam boiler engineer license or equivalent

Must possess universal CFC certification

Able to read and interpret blueprints

Working knowledge of piping systems

Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions

Must work scheduled rotational shifts, including days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends

High school, technical school, apprenticeship, trade school graduate or equivalent required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government security. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance