Job Description

ENGIE is committed to reshaping the energy future through the global implementation of a lower-carbon energy economy to preserve the world’s natural resources.? We are looking for talented and driven people who are committed to making the vision a reality.

Working under the supervision of the Operations Manager and Operator 1st Class, the Equipment Operator 3rd Class is responsible for assisting in the safe, legal, reliable, and cost-efficient operation and maintenance of campus utility production and distribution systems of steam, Electricity, condensate, and domestic water.??This position is located at Howard University, Washington DC campus.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

What you’ll do:

Participate in the safe and reliable operation of Combustion Turbine, Generator, Heat Recovery Steam Generator, and High pressure Boiler for the production of Steam, Electricity, and condensate for customer
Perform chemical analysis of boiler feedwater, make-up water and condensate return. Adjusts chemical treatment to specified ranges established by the chemical treatment company
Records and monitors equipment operating conditions and reports or adjusts as required to maintain safe and efficient operation
Participates in repair, maintenance, installation, and upkeep of all Central Plant equipment and work areas
Reviews operational manuals, technical manuals, and plant procedures
Designated as an emergency employee and must report to work regardless of the university’s operating status

What you bring:

High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years of training or experience in the trade practice of steam engineering. Must operate intuitively from previous knowledge in troubleshooting gauges and instruments on equipment to bring about satisfactory operation.
Minimum 3rd Class DC Steam Engineers License required
Adhere to the highest safety standards while?multi-tasking and utilizing?problem-solving and interpersonal skills
Utilize hard work ethic, self-starter, and can-do attitude while analyzing?plant processes, recommend, and implement improvements
Work with drawings and be capable of systematically and logically locating the problem when drawings are not available
Novice in translating?and communicating?operational problems to all levels of management
Excellent team player who is intrigued by detecting problems and implementing the solution

Additional Information/Conditions:

Ability to meet the highest attendance requirements and communicate effectively, both written and verbally
Capacity to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy while using company-issued computer, calculator, and other devices
Capability to lift light to medium-weight objects utilizing necessary safety equipment as needed
Competence to perform work from ladders or scaffolds, on top of boilers, next to hot steam-driven equipment, and near rotating equipment. This may require a person to?push or pull objects and/ or work inside confined spaces, manholes, crawl space or work in abnormal sitting or standing positions
Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license
Willingness to develop technical proficiency in some software applications (Maximo, SAP, ADP)
Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE’s policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing as well as willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions and noise levels that would be considered usually a moderate to a high level
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with the needed assistance to perform the essential functions
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but position may require equipment repairs, manual operation of valves often in a hot, dusty, noisy environment. 

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone. 

Unite with us in leading the transformation of the world of energy!  ENGIE is looking for talented and motivated individuals to create the future of energy and customer solutions.  Join a rewarding and flexible work environment that encourages innovation and creativity to help customers meet their energy challenges today and in the future.  Are you up for the challenge?

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at ENGIE are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.  ENGIE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union, or domestic partnership status, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (referred to as “protected characteristics”) as defined by applicable federal, state or local law in the locations where we operate.