Stationary Engineer (37.5 Hour) Office/On-site Recruitment #260623-8070TC-001 Location Rocky Hill, CT Date Opened 6/25/2026 12:00:00 AM Salary $59,592 - $77,144/year •Salary effective 6/26/26 (New state employees start at the minimum) Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 7/27/2026 11:59:00 PM

INTRODUCTION

Are you experienced with boilers, steam systems, and power plant equipment? Join our team and help ensure safe, reliable facility operations for Connecticut Veterans. The State of Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is hring two (2) full-time Stationary Engineers to support operations in our Power Plant in Rocky Hill. We are looking for experienced professionals who can keep our systems running safely and efficiently.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

LOCATION:

Rocky Hill

HOURS:

Full-time, 37.5 hours/week

SCHEDULE

10-week repeating scheduled covering multiple shifts

NOTE:

This position is eligible for shift and weekend differentials

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

Explore our comprehensive State Employee Benefits Overview to see what we offer Enjoy abundant opportunities for professional growth and development Experience a healthy work/life balance

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL

Keep boilers, steam systems, and plant equipment running safely and efficiently Troubleshoot mechanical issues and make real-time adjustments to prevent downtime Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on pumps, valves, generators, and related systems Support reliable facility operations for a 24/7 campus serving Connecticut Veterans Work as part of a skilled team that values dependability, safety, and technical expertise

MORE ABOUT US

For more than a century, the Department of Veterans Affairs has supported Connecticut veterans through the Residential Facility, the Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center, the Office of Advocacy and Assistance, and Cemetery and Burial Services. Our mission is grounded in dignity, respect, and service, and every team member plays an important role in supporting those who have defended our nation.

SELECTION PLAN FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING

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BEFORE YOU APPLY

Meet Minimum Qualifications:

Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

Educational Credits:

List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

Resume Policy:

Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position.

This documentation may include:

a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

Preferred Shift/Location:

Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

Timely Submission:

All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing

DAS.SHRM

@ct.gov.

Salary Calculations:

For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

Note:

The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY

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Referral Questions:

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Prepare For An Interview:

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Note:

This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.

QUESTIONS?

WE'RE

HERE TO HELP

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Alyssa Hovanec at Alyssa.

Hovanec@ct.gov Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS

(NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks involved in the operation of a moderate or large sized heating or power plant or for working as a technical maintenance or repair expert on powerhouse, high pressure steam and allied facilities and equipment; may be in complete charge of a small heating plant.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Upon taking over a shift, receives operating instructions from outgoing shift engineer; Inspects boiler room gauges, indicators, charts and records of operation, and the actual operating of the boiler room mechanical equipment and boilers, and issues any necessary instructions to subordinate(s); Acts similarly in regard to generating equipment if any; Makes various periodic and special tests and checks of facilities and equipment, making necessary adjustments; Maintains and repairs mechanical equipment, including tightening loose bearings, packing glands, and bolts, replacing wearing rings, replacing and repacking condenser tubes, renewing gaskets, renewing valves and stuffing boxes, and renewing value parts; Inspects operation of, maintains and repairs generating equipment, ice machinery, hot water heaters, laundry equipment, pumps, fans, compressors, electronic equipment, and other miscellaneous mechanical service equipment; Makes or supervises the making of simple boiler water analyses and determines necessary treatment; Calculates and records operating data; Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks; Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers; May assist in general building maintenance and repair; May inspect and repair steam traps fed by main system at various locations; May remove pipe insulation materials associated with the repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods; Performs related duties as required. As engineer in charge of a heating plant and related minor utilities: Performs and supervises maintenance and repair of boiler and boiler room equipment including feed pumps and fuel injectors or stokers; Supervises tending of boiler by others, issuing instructions, inspecting condition of equipment, and checking gauges and operation records; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of and ability to operate, maintain and repair boilers, generators and related mechanical equipment; Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of steam boilers or of significant auxiliary boiler room or power plant equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with the equipment and processes related to steam generation. Experience with water chemistry in a boiler system Experience with the maintenance of power plant equipment, including pumps, valve maintenance, regulators, and generators Experience working in a 24/7 environment Experience working with 150psi or higher steam pressure

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties. A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents may be exposed to significant levels of dust, noise and heat; may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment. The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles. CONCLUSION