About this role

Your future role at a glance

- Location: Washington DC
- Facility: Ascension Providence Hospital/Health System
- Department: Maintenance
- Schedule: Sun-Wed and Sat 3:00pm - 11:00pm l 40 hours per week
- Salary Range: $29.60 to $39.06

How you’ll make an impact in this role

- Executes daily operational rounds and SCADA/BMS monitoring across all power house equipment, taking system readings (pressure, temperature, levels) and making adjustments to optimize performance and respond to alarms.
- Installs, maintains, and repairs heavy power plant machinery, including precise motor and pump alignments to minimize wear and prevent mechanical failure.
- Performs daily chemical testing and dosage adjustments on boilers, water softeners, and condensate return systems to prevent corrosion and scale buildup.
- Manages annual boiler teardowns for inspection, adjusting and calibrating fuel-to-air ratios to ensure maximum combustion efficiency and environmental compliance.
- Tracks real-time facility electrical usage and implemented load-management changes to maintain grid stability and lower operating costs.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

- Licensed Maintenance Professional specializing in Engineering obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Class 1 Steam Engineer license.

Work Experience:

- 1 year boiler chiller operator experience required.

Additional Preferences:

- 2 years in high power area preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

*Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.