STATIONARY ENGINEER 3

Salary : $6,302.00 - $7,309.00 Monthly

Location : Snohomish County - Monroe, WA

Job Type : Full Time - Permanent

Job Number : 2025-02736

Department : Dept. of Corrections

Division : Prisons - MCC

Opening Date : 04 / 25 / 2025

Description

State of Washington

Dept. of Corrections

invites applications for the position of : Stationary Engineer 3

SALARY : $6302.00 - $7309.00 Monthly

OPENING DATE : 4 / 25 / 2025

CLOSING DATE :

• This recruitment will remain open continuously until the position is filled.

DESCRIPTION :

STATIONARY ENGINEER 3

MONROE CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX (MCC)

Monroe, WA

Full Time - Permanent

On-Call Options

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual(s) for the position of Stationary Engineer 3 at Monroe Correctional Complex an adult correctional facility. This position performs overall monitoring, operating, maintaining and repairing of the steam generation, distribution and emergency power systems. Position makes operational decisions to ensure continuous, uninterrupted generation of steam and emergency electrical power for the entire MCC complex in support of the Department of Corrections' Mission.

Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 1500 bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Employing approximately 1200 staff, the complex consists of five major units; the Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC), a large mental health inpatient treatment unit, Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), Intensive Management Unit (IMU), and the Minimum Security Unit (MSU). Services provided at MCC include custody and security, classification, education, incarcerated individuals treatments, food service, maintenance, personnel, recreation, volunteer services, religious services, library services, incarcerated individuals records, visiting and extended family visiting.

Department of Corrections (DOC), as a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State. Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all incarnated individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

Note : This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Duties

DUTIES :

At the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) under the direction of the Chief Engineer, the Stationary Engineer 3 performs the overall monitoring, operating, maintaining and repairing of the steam distribution and emergency power systems and for making operational decisions to ensure continuous, uninterrupted generation of steam and emergency electrical power

The MCC Power House is a 24 / 7 / 365 operation. The Stationary Engineer 3 duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Perform watch standing operations, maintain the plants data collection / recording systems. Receive and transfer fuel to various plant equipment. Supervise inmate workers as needed.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

Required qualifications :

OR :

AND :

Desired :

Supplemental Information

' Vision : Working together for safer communities. Mission : Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment : To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES :

What We Offer :

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include :

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Andrew.max@doc1.wa.gov or call (360) 794-2716. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

Veterans Preference Points Qualification

In order to be eligible to receive Veterans Preference Points, as noted in the Agency Wide Questions, you will need to attach a legible copy of your DD214 to your application OR email a copy to ldelong@doc1.wa.gov, by close of the job posting. If this information is not received by the closing date - no additional points will be applied to your final examination score.

The mission of DOC is 'to improve public safety'.

For additional information about the agency, please visit .

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits :

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note : If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note : Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and / or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note : Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

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Do you have a valid drivers license?

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How many years of experience do you have in the operation, maintenance and / or repair of stationary or marine high pressure boilers and heating systems?

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If you have experience in the above question, please tell us where and when you obtained the experience. If you have no experience you may answer N / A.

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What is your experience level in operation and maintenance of motors, pumps, air compressors?

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What is your experience level in pipe fitting and repair?

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Do you have maintenance and safety knowledge that is required to operate and maintain a high pressure boiler plant?

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Do you have a certificate of completion of an advanced Stationary Engineer course?

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Have you ever served as a Stationary Engineer 2, in any state service?

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If you have served as a Stationary Engineer 1, where and when did you serve in this capacity? If you have not, you may answer N / A.

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Have you ever worked in a correctional setting working with or supervising Incarcerated Individuals?

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If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents : https : / / www.uscis.gov / i-9-central / form-i-9-acceptable-documents.

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If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?

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How did you hear about the work opportunity that you are applying to?

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