DSHS FTAA Stationary Engineer 2

Our Maintenance and Operations Division is looking to add a short term (3-months) Stationary Engineer 2 to our team at the Yakima Valley School in Selah! Our Yakima Valley School is a certified nursing facility recognized for quality medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy, and psychiatric services and other programs. As a Stationary Engineer 2, you'll perform skilled engineering and repair work related to boiler and HVAC operations. You will be responsible for overall safe and efficient operation and maintenance of high-pressure steam plant, consisting of two high-pressure boilers with up to 150 boiler horse power each. This role is essential for maintaining a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for our residents and staff. If you're still reading this, and you're a skilled HVAC and Boiler Technician interested in being considered for this opportunity, we highly encourage you to take the next step! Don't delay - apply today!

Who should apply:

Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and/or repair of stationary (or marine) high-pressure boilers and heating systems. Or Certificate of completion of an advanced Stationary Engineer course from an accredited vocational/technical school or community college. And, two years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and/or repair of stationary (or marine) high-pressure boilers and heating systems. Or One year of State service as a Stationary Engineer 1.

Note:

Must be able to produce paperwork that shows you have three years of experience in the operations, maintenance, and repair of a boiler plant. Some of what you will do: Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and installations of HVAC and boiler systems. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. Monitor system performance. Troubleshoot issues promptly.

The value you bring:

Help keep the school warm in winter and cool in summer so everyone feels good and safe. Use less energy to save money and help the environment. Make sure the heating and cooling systems work well, so staff can focus on helping the students without worrying about problems. Interested? Apply now. Questions? Email kris.george@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 2026-03931. The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security