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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Unspecified
McLean, VA (On-Site/Office)
Amentum is looking for an Engineer - First Operator (Boiler Operator) to join our team in McLean, VA!
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government security. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbents may work in conditions that require operating industrial machinery/power tools and motor vehicles. Additionally, incumbents may participate in work that requires walking, bending, squatting, and carrying materials throughout the facility. Workplace conditions necessitate following strict safety guidelines and the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Work tasks requiring the incumbent to lift weight more than 50 pounds requires two or more persons.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee may perform on an occasional to regular basis while performing functions of this job. The work environment characteristics describe here are representative of those an employee may encounter on an occasional to regular basis while performing the functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these functions.
Compensation Details:
$47.06
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
01/08/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government security. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate and maintain boilers, incinerators, steam stations, air handling
- units, and associated equipment.
- Make periodic tours of assigned equipment and systems within headquarters
- compound, recording required data.
- Monitor water treatment program for Central Plant.
- Monitor and execute the Lock-out/Tag-out program.
- Report all faults, deficiencies, and unusual occurrences to the Watch Chief.
- Respond to emergencies on assigned equipment, performing all tasks
- necessary for the protection of property and personnel.
- Assume all responsibilities and duties of Second Operator as required.
- Assume all responsibilities of HVAC Grade I as assigned by Chief
- Engineer on maintenance days.
- Direct Second Operator when authorized by Watch Chief.
- Perform other job-related work as required.
- Monitor and operate assigned control systems.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Four years' experience in commercial/industrial operations.
- Must possess a Journeyman HVAC license, or Maryland Grade I Stationary Engineer License, or DC 3rd steam boiler engineer license or equivalent.
- Must possess universal CFC certification.
- Able to read and interpret blueprints.
- Working knowledge of piping systems.
- Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
- Must work scheduled rotational shifts, including days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.
- High school, technical school, apprenticeship, trade school graduate or equivalent required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems.
- Ability to write correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group
- situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Have basic computer skills.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI US Government security. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbents may work in conditions that require operating industrial machinery/power tools and motor vehicles. Additionally, incumbents may participate in work that requires walking, bending, squatting, and carrying materials throughout the facility. Workplace conditions necessitate following strict safety guidelines and the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Work tasks requiring the incumbent to lift weight more than 50 pounds requires two or more persons.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee may perform on an occasional to regular basis while performing functions of this job. The work environment characteristics describe here are representative of those an employee may encounter on an occasional to regular basis while performing the functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these functions.
Compensation Details:
$47.06
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
- Educational reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tax-saving options
- Disability and life insurance
- Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
01/08/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .
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