Engineer - Third Class

Position Overview

Wayne State University is seeking an experienced Engineer - Third Class to perform operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, and mechanical equipment at its Detroit campus. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, where students from all backgrounds receive a high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities that prepare students for success in a global society.

Location: Detroit campus, Detroit, Michigan

Compensation: Hourly Wage $29.39

Key Responsibilities

• Perform operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, and mechanical equipment in the assigned area.
• Check buildings—including classrooms, offices, stairwells, hallways, and restrooms—to ensure proper temperature and comfort levels, and adjust thermostats as necessary.
• Monitor pumps, condensate tanks, valves, water heaters, reduction valves, swimming pool equipment, boilers, and plumbing systems.
• Make running repairs on equipment, such as replacing stems and seats on valves and traps, controlling flow by operating gate, globe, or butterfly valves.
• Clean plenum chambers, fans, boiler rooms, filter chambers, and other areas designated for heating and ventilation.
• Respond to calls for service and perform other duties as assigned, ensuring availability during emergency closures as an Essential Personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Training in a Stationary Engineer Trade School or a recognized apprentice program.
• Possession of a Third Class Steam Engineer's license from the City of Detroit.
• Some related experience in pipefitting and general maintenance.
• Ability to access equipment located at various heights and angles, from below ground level to several stories high.
• Capability to work under varying environmental and potentially hazardous conditions while employing appropriate safety precautions.
• Must obtain security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Refrigeration experience is preferred.