Posted : Thursday, November 02, 2023 10:44 PM
The Department of Public Works is seeking qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Stationary Engineer II
Get to know some of our dedicated Stationary Engineers and discover why they chose the County of San Mateo! Hear directly from the individuals who maintain the heart of our operations!
There are multiple vacancies to be filled throughout the Department.
Work locations will include Redwood City Government Center, San Mateo Medical Center, Youth Services Center, and Maple Street Correctional Facility.
Under the direction of a Supervising Stationary Engineer, Stationary Engineers are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, water treatment systems, boiler equipment and piping repair, building automation systems, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
Stationary Engineer II is a journey-level classification, and incumbents are expected to have proficiency, perform independently, and solve complex problems in all of the areas listed above.
The ideal candidates for these positions will have: At least three years of journey-level experience as a Stationary Engineer.
A minimum of three years of journey-level experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Extensive knowledge and experience working with boiler and HVAC systems.
Proficiency in a wide variety of installations and repairs on plumbing, gas system piping, chiller/boiler piping, and wastewater systems, including the ability to operate a large sewer snake.
Certification as a Backflow Prevention Tester.
Experience in energy management and computer-controlled systems.
The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, fresh air and exhaust fans, economizers, and humidifiers.
Experience with Fire Alarm testing, troubleshooting, and NFPA codes.
Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
Candidates hired as Stationary Engineers must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and alternate shifts.
They must also successfully obtain and maintain a Sheriff's Office security clearance as a condition of employment.
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, limited term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Operate, maintain, install, and repair electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
Operate, maintain, and repair boiler equipment.
Repair and replace pipes, fittings, and other equipment used in plumbing, gas, and steam systems.
Repair electrical equipment including lamps, fixtures, and switches; adjust electrical controls, motors, and auxiliary equipment up to 480 volts.
Test, operate, maintain, and repair emergency power systems including UPS, emergency generators, and associated equipment.
Use hand and power tools, including cutting and threading tools, grinders, reamers, wrenches, welders, saws, and other special tools.
Make minor carpentry repairs to doors, windows, floors, and other parts of buildings.
Do touch-up painting on repaired equipment.
Remove or arrange for removal of trash, pests, and other hazardous materials or debris in the course of performing work.
Properly place, set and inspect traps and collect and remove insects and pests.
Reclaim or recycle refrigerant using Freon recovery systems.
Operate water treatment facility including wastewater and potable water.
Adjust and calibrate boiler burners and controls.
Adjust and calibrate chiller controls.
Test, calibrate, and repair back flow devices.
Calibrate HVAC controls and associated equipment.
Monitor building management systems.
Replace pumps and pump seals and repair and replace motor valves.
Repair and replace air conditioning units.
Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and energy power systems.
Conduct preventative maintenance.
Understand fire alarm systems.
Repair and install chemical monitoring stations.
Repair, test, and record data on generators.
If designated as the certified water treatment operator: Operate water treatment facility, including wastewater and potable water consistent with performance standards, federal and state regulations and variable operating conditions and emergencies.
Make periodic inspections and reports of facility conditions to ensure adherence to maintenance procedures.
Perform water sampling in coordination with the health laboratory.
Maintain logs of facility operations, test results, scheduled maintenance and other operating conditions.
Control filter operations.
Coordinate special projects related to water treatment and distribution, in close coordination with supervisor/manager.
Troubleshoot complex technical problems related to water treatment and develop recommendations to improve water quality standards, facility effectiveness and efficiency.
Perform quality analysis of raw and treated water.
Compile data concerning flows, chemical dosages, levels, pressure, volume, water quality and other operational information.
Prepare reports.
Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
Must obtain and maintain Sheriff's Office security clearance.
Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire.
Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification.
If designated as the water treatment operator, possession of or ability to obtain a valid Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California within six months of employment is required.
Education: Completion of courses related to maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment.
Experience: Two years of journey level experience as a stationary engineer or equivalent AND demonstrated experience in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment in a large building, plant, or vessel.
Two years of experience can be substituted with completion of an apprenticeship program.
Knowledge of: Common safety practices in the workplace.
Heating and electrical equipment.
Principles and techniques used in stationary engineering.
Proper and safe use of basic hand tools.
Basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating and estimating.
Steam and gas fired heating systems; refrigeration equipment; ventilating and air-conditioning equipment.
Electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems.
Controls and control systems.
Emergency power systems, generators and associated equipment.
Freon recovery procedures and equipment, if at Level II.
Water treatment systems and operations, principles and practices, and regulatory mandates, if designated as certified water treatment operator.
Safety rules, regulations, and work practices, including reference to hazardous chemicals.
Basic record keeping principles and practices.
Skill/Ability to: Follow safety practices.
Troubleshoot and/or repair, replace, regulate and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
Determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions.
Use hand and power tools.
Make metal parts and equipment.
Perform minor carpentry and painting tasks.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with customers and others.
Read and interpret plans.
Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records.
Operate standard office equipment, computers, and timekeeping systems.
Lift and carry materials, supplies, and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces.
Perform water treatment plan and distribution system operations and maintenance activities if at Level II and designated as water treatment operator.
Application/Examination Open & Promotional.
Anyone may apply.
Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form.
A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions.
Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a written exam (weight: pass/fail) which covers the following technical aspects of the position: electrical/mechanical concepts, building maintenance/plans & drawings, plumbing, air conditioning/heating/ventilation, and safety.
Applicants achieving a passing score on the written exam will then be invited to a performance examination (weight: 100%) covering the following areas: boiler systems, air conditioning & refrigeration, HVAC controls, customer service, tool identification, and basic electrical/low voltage switching.
This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time.
Because of this, testing for these vacancies will be scheduled on a rolling basis as applications are received.
Positions could be filled at any time.
The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.
We encourage you to apply immediately to take advantage of this excellent opportunity.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button.
If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.
smcgov.
org/ to apply.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay.
With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment.
The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.
We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.
Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Ganna Malik (06222023) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)
Work locations will include Redwood City Government Center, San Mateo Medical Center, Youth Services Center, and Maple Street Correctional Facility.
Under the direction of a Supervising Stationary Engineer, Stationary Engineers are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, water treatment systems, boiler equipment and piping repair, building automation systems, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
Stationary Engineer II is a journey-level classification, and incumbents are expected to have proficiency, perform independently, and solve complex problems in all of the areas listed above.
The ideal candidates for these positions will have: At least three years of journey-level experience as a Stationary Engineer.
A minimum of three years of journey-level experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Extensive knowledge and experience working with boiler and HVAC systems.
Proficiency in a wide variety of installations and repairs on plumbing, gas system piping, chiller/boiler piping, and wastewater systems, including the ability to operate a large sewer snake.
Certification as a Backflow Prevention Tester.
Experience in energy management and computer-controlled systems.
The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, fresh air and exhaust fans, economizers, and humidifiers.
Experience with Fire Alarm testing, troubleshooting, and NFPA codes.
Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
Candidates hired as Stationary Engineers must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and alternate shifts.
They must also successfully obtain and maintain a Sheriff's Office security clearance as a condition of employment.
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, limited term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Examples Of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Operate, maintain, install, and repair electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
Operate, maintain, and repair boiler equipment.
Repair and replace pipes, fittings, and other equipment used in plumbing, gas, and steam systems.
Repair electrical equipment including lamps, fixtures, and switches; adjust electrical controls, motors, and auxiliary equipment up to 480 volts.
Test, operate, maintain, and repair emergency power systems including UPS, emergency generators, and associated equipment.
Use hand and power tools, including cutting and threading tools, grinders, reamers, wrenches, welders, saws, and other special tools.
Make minor carpentry repairs to doors, windows, floors, and other parts of buildings.
Do touch-up painting on repaired equipment.
Remove or arrange for removal of trash, pests, and other hazardous materials or debris in the course of performing work.
Properly place, set and inspect traps and collect and remove insects and pests.
Reclaim or recycle refrigerant using Freon recovery systems.
Operate water treatment facility including wastewater and potable water.
Adjust and calibrate boiler burners and controls.
Adjust and calibrate chiller controls.
Test, calibrate, and repair back flow devices.
Calibrate HVAC controls and associated equipment.
Monitor building management systems.
Replace pumps and pump seals and repair and replace motor valves.
Repair and replace air conditioning units.
Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and energy power systems.
Conduct preventative maintenance.
Understand fire alarm systems.
Repair and install chemical monitoring stations.
Repair, test, and record data on generators.
If designated as the certified water treatment operator: Operate water treatment facility, including wastewater and potable water consistent with performance standards, federal and state regulations and variable operating conditions and emergencies.
Make periodic inspections and reports of facility conditions to ensure adherence to maintenance procedures.
Perform water sampling in coordination with the health laboratory.
Maintain logs of facility operations, test results, scheduled maintenance and other operating conditions.
Control filter operations.
Coordinate special projects related to water treatment and distribution, in close coordination with supervisor/manager.
Troubleshoot complex technical problems related to water treatment and develop recommendations to improve water quality standards, facility effectiveness and efficiency.
Perform quality analysis of raw and treated water.
Compile data concerning flows, chemical dosages, levels, pressure, volume, water quality and other operational information.
Prepare reports.
Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
Must obtain and maintain Sheriff's Office security clearance.
Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire.
Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification.
If designated as the water treatment operator, possession of or ability to obtain a valid Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California within six months of employment is required.
Education: Completion of courses related to maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment.
Experience: Two years of journey level experience as a stationary engineer or equivalent AND demonstrated experience in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment in a large building, plant, or vessel.
Two years of experience can be substituted with completion of an apprenticeship program.
Knowledge of: Common safety practices in the workplace.
Heating and electrical equipment.
Principles and techniques used in stationary engineering.
Proper and safe use of basic hand tools.
Basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating and estimating.
Steam and gas fired heating systems; refrigeration equipment; ventilating and air-conditioning equipment.
Electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems.
Controls and control systems.
Emergency power systems, generators and associated equipment.
Freon recovery procedures and equipment, if at Level II.
Water treatment systems and operations, principles and practices, and regulatory mandates, if designated as certified water treatment operator.
Safety rules, regulations, and work practices, including reference to hazardous chemicals.
Basic record keeping principles and practices.
Skill/Ability to: Follow safety practices.
Troubleshoot and/or repair, replace, regulate and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
Determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions.
Use hand and power tools.
Make metal parts and equipment.
Perform minor carpentry and painting tasks.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with customers and others.
Read and interpret plans.
Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records.
Operate standard office equipment, computers, and timekeeping systems.
Lift and carry materials, supplies, and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces.
Perform water treatment plan and distribution system operations and maintenance activities if at Level II and designated as water treatment operator.
Application/Examination Open & Promotional.
Anyone may apply.
Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form.
A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions.
Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a written exam (weight: pass/fail) which covers the following technical aspects of the position: electrical/mechanical concepts, building maintenance/plans & drawings, plumbing, air conditioning/heating/ventilation, and safety.
Applicants achieving a passing score on the written exam will then be invited to a performance examination (weight: 100%) covering the following areas: boiler systems, air conditioning & refrigeration, HVAC controls, customer service, tool identification, and basic electrical/low voltage switching.
This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time.
Because of this, testing for these vacancies will be scheduled on a rolling basis as applications are received.
Positions could be filled at any time.
The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.
We encourage you to apply immediately to take advantage of this excellent opportunity.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button.
If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.
smcgov.
org/ to apply.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay.
With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment.
The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.
We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.
Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Ganna Malik (06222023) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)
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• Location : 222 W 39TH AVE, San Mateo, CA
• Post ID: 9005919226