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Stationary Engineer

The J. Paul Getty Trust
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026
Stationary Engineer
Job Family Facilities Maintenance
Type Regular Full-Time
Position Status Getty Center
Workplace Type Onsite
Salaried/Hourly Hourly
Hiring Pay Scale $51.96 Hourly
Program/Department Facilities - 1466-Mechanical
Requisition Number 2024-4486
ERRP Eligible No
Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Job Summary

Provides skilled plant engineering services by applying individual technical expertise to equipment, systems and controls.

Major Job Responsibilities

* Operates steam boilers and plant equipment in a safe and efficient manner
* Monitors, records and maintains proper water treatment in central plant systems
* Repairs and performs preventative maintenance procedures on equipment and systems both manually and through Building Management System (BMS)
* Performs regular rounds and takes gas and water readings
* Inspects kitchen refrigeration equipment during off hours
* Monitors all BMS systems alarms and makes appropriate phone calls
* Maintains files such as the central plant log, lock out tag out records and records of completed work
* May be designated as watch lead for shift

Qualifications

* High School/GED
* 4-5 years of experience operating high pressure steam boilers. Basic central plant centrifugal chiller experience
* Unlimited Steam License issued by the City of Los Angeles
* Valid California driver's license with less than three DMV points
* EPA 608 refrigeration license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Proficient computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software, email applications, work order systems and BMS systems
* Ability to read and understand blue prints and control drawings
* Knowledge of water treatment principles for boilers, chiller systems, and cooling towers
* Ability to quickly respond to equipment failures by troubleshooting and restoring equipment

Benefits and Perks

Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:

    Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
  • 403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan - with up to 5% Getty Match
  • Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
  • Educational Assistance and professional development
  • Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
  • On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
  • Community service opportunities

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR.

 

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