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How to hire a stationary engineer supervisor

Stationary engineer supervisor hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring stationary engineer supervisors in the United States:

  • In the United States, the median cost per hire a stationary engineer supervisor is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • Human Resources use 15% of their expenses on recruitment on average.
  • On average, it takes around 12 weeks for a new stationary engineer supervisor to become settled and show total productivity levels at work.

How to hire a stationary engineer supervisor, step by step

To hire a stationary engineer supervisor, consider the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Follow these steps to hire a stationary engineer supervisor:

Here's a step-by-step stationary engineer supervisor hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a stationary engineer supervisor job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new stationary engineer supervisor
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you start hiring a stationary engineer supervisor, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    A stationary engineer supervisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, stationary engineer supervisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

    Here's a comparison of stationary engineer supervisor salaries for various roles:

    Type of Stationary Engineer SupervisorDescriptionHourly rate
    Stationary Engineer Supervisor$25-72
    Assembly SupervisorAssembly Supervisors oversee and coordinate employees' work on assembly-lines. The supervisors assign personnel to stations or tasks and prepare their work schedules... Show more$19-44
    3rd Shift SupervisorA 3rd shift supervisor is responsible for monitoring the operations and staff performance of a specific shift. 3rd shift supervisors strategize on effective business techniques to maximize staff's productivity and improve customers' experience... Show more$12-19
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • HVAC
    Responsibilities:
    • Support DOD agency needs in accomplishing engineer technical and non-technical goals associate with wireless LAN technology products.
    • Facilitate evolution/formulation of product architecture.
    • Facilitate evolution/formulation of product architecture.
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your stationary engineer supervisor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A stationary engineer supervisor can vary based on:

    • Location. For example, stationary engineer supervisors' average salary in florida is 44% less than in wyoming.
    • Seniority. Entry-level stationary engineer supervisors 65% less than senior-level stationary engineer supervisors.
    • Certifications. A stationary engineer supervisor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a stationary engineer supervisor's salary.

    Average stationary engineer supervisor salary

    $88,716yearly

    $42.65 hourly rate

    Entry-level stationary engineer supervisor salary
    $52,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 29, 2025
  4. Writing a stationary engineer supervisor job description

    A stationary engineer supervisor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a stationary engineer supervisor job description:

    Stationary engineer supervisor job description example

    WR Grace is seeking a Supervisor, Stationary Engineer & Maintenance for our Baltimore/Curtis Bay, MD Plant. This person will report to the Manager, Engineering & Maintenance and perform the following key responsibilities:
    Responsibilities

    + Assure regulatory compliance and a safe workplace for all employees. Address hazards, deviations, and injures in a timely manner.

    + Work to ensure a safe working environment for employees and environmental compliance for area of responsibility.

    + Reviews performance of employees and works to improve performance and productivity. Holds employees accountable for working safely and productively, producing quality work.

    + Directs Site Powerhouse operations and maintenance/construction activities in the powerhouse.

    + Works with Central Maintenance Planners to plan and schedule maintenance work.

    + Responsible for area reporting requirements including SAP PM Information, labor reporting, and document preparation, etc.

    + Conform to ISO 9002 and GMP standards.

    + Ensure water treatment program for boiler is sustained.

    + Strive to reduce maintenance costs and ensures the timely reporting of expenditures.

    + Ensures compliance with codes and standards for all work within areas of responsibility.

    + Supports maintenance excellence initiatives and capital projects.

    + Evaluates SAP PM requirements and helps to develop equipment maintenance plans.

    + Understand, interpret, and administer union contract agreement.

    + Maintain and administer overtime procedure.

    Required Qualifications

    + High school diploma or GED

    + 7+ years of maintenance/construction experience

    + Maryland Class-1 Stationary Engineer License

    + Team Leadership Skills

    + Good people skills

    + Ability to handle multiple tasks

    + Strong communication skills across different functional groups

    + Broad chemical plant and maintenance knowledge and experience

    + Capable of leading change within an organization

    + Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Previous supervisory experience in facility and or maintenance is strongly preferred

    + SAP experience preferred

    #WRGRACE

    Benefits

    + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

    + Life Insurance and Disability

    + Grace Wellness Program

    + Flexible Workplace

    + Retirement Plans

    + 401(k) Company Match - Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%

    + Paid Vacation and Holidays

    + Parental Leave (salaried only)

    + Tuition Reimbursement

    + Company Donation Match Program

    Nearest Major Market:Baltimore

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  5. Post your job

    There are a few common ways to find stationary engineer supervisors for your business:

    • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
    • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
    • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your stationary engineer supervisor job on Zippia to find and recruit stationary engineer supervisor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    During your first interview to recruit stationary engineer supervisors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new stationary engineer supervisor

    Once you've found the stationary engineer supervisor candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

    It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new stationary engineer supervisor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a stationary engineer supervisor?

Recruiting stationary engineer supervisors involves both the one-time costs of hiring and the ongoing costs of adding a new employee to your team. Your spending during the hiring process will mostly be on things like promoting the job on job boards, reviewing and interviewing candidates, and onboarding the new hire. Ongoing costs will obviously involve the employee's salary, but also may include things like benefits.

The median annual salary for stationary engineer supervisors is $88,716 in the US. However, the cost of stationary engineer supervisor hiring can vary a lot depending on location. Additionally, hiring a stationary engineer supervisor for contract work or on a per-project basis typically costs between $25 and $72 an hour.

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