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Posted : Saturday, June 22, 2024 07:34 AM
The Department of Public Works is looking for qualified candidates for the position of Stationary Engineer I and II.
At the County of San Mateo’s Department of Public Works, we are focused on providing enhanced public services and operating facilities that benefit the community as well as County employees and clients of County agencies.
We need dedicated and committed individuals who provide the public with safe, accessible roads and structures that make their communities more livable.
Stationary Engineer I is an entry-level classification in the Stationary Engineer Series.
Incumbents at this level perform routine operation, maintenance, and repair work in one or more of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, emergency generators, boiler equipment, and general building, piping, 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 candidate for Stationary Engineer I will have: At least two years of experience in at least one or more of the following areas: basic electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, emergency generators, boiler equipment, and general building, piping, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
The ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
The ability to read and understand drawings.
Excellent customer service skills.
The ideal candidate for Stationary Engineer II 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.
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Examples Of Duties Duties for Stationary Engineer I may include, but are not limited to, the following: Install light fixtures, replace ballast, and repair and replace plumbing fixtures, faucets, and toilets.
Adjust thermostats, grease bearings, grease pumps and motors and change filters, and conduct minor repair on HVAC systems.
Clean generators and assist in generator maintenance.
Assist Stationary Engineer II and fire alarm technicians, as needed.
May be required to work as an Operator-in-Training in a wastewater treatment facility under the direction of a certified wastewater treatment operator.
Perform Boiler Watch duties.
Perform related duties as required.
Duties for Stationary Engineer II 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.
Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
Must obtain and maintain jail security clearance as a condition of employment.
Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire (for Stationary Engineer II).
Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification (for Stationary Engineer II).
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way of qualifying is: At least one year of experience performing routine operation, maintenance, and repair work in one or more of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, emergency generators, boiler equipment, and general building, piping, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
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 Departmental Promotional Only.
Only current County of San Mateo employees in the Public Works Department 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 may apply.
The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail).
Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%).
Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below.
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.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: January 2, 2024 Application Screening (Tentative): Week of January 2, 2024 Combined Panel Interview (Tentative): Week of January 8, 2024 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 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 (12262023) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)
At the County of San Mateo’s Department of Public Works, we are focused on providing enhanced public services and operating facilities that benefit the community as well as County employees and clients of County agencies.
We need dedicated and committed individuals who provide the public with safe, accessible roads and structures that make their communities more livable.
Stationary Engineer I is an entry-level classification in the Stationary Engineer Series.
Incumbents at this level perform routine operation, maintenance, and repair work in one or more of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, emergency generators, boiler equipment, and general building, piping, 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 candidate for Stationary Engineer I will have: At least two years of experience in at least one or more of the following areas: basic electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, emergency generators, boiler equipment, and general building, piping, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
The ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
The ability to read and understand drawings.
Excellent customer service skills.
The ideal candidate for Stationary Engineer II 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.
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Examples Of Duties Duties for Stationary Engineer I may include, but are not limited to, the following: Install light fixtures, replace ballast, and repair and replace plumbing fixtures, faucets, and toilets.
Adjust thermostats, grease bearings, grease pumps and motors and change filters, and conduct minor repair on HVAC systems.
Clean generators and assist in generator maintenance.
Assist Stationary Engineer II and fire alarm technicians, as needed.
May be required to work as an Operator-in-Training in a wastewater treatment facility under the direction of a certified wastewater treatment operator.
Perform Boiler Watch duties.
Perform related duties as required.
Duties for Stationary Engineer II 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.
Qualifications Licensure/Certification: Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
Must obtain and maintain jail security clearance as a condition of employment.
Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire (for Stationary Engineer II).
Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification (for Stationary Engineer II).
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way of qualifying is: At least one year of experience performing routine operation, maintenance, and repair work in one or more of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, emergency generators, boiler equipment, and general building, piping, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
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 Departmental Promotional Only.
Only current County of San Mateo employees in the Public Works Department 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 may apply.
The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail).
Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%).
Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below.
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.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Final Filing Date: January 2, 2024 Application Screening (Tentative): Week of January 2, 2024 Combined Panel Interview (Tentative): Week of January 8, 2024 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 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 (12262023) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)
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• Location : San Mateo, CA
• Post ID: 9033466103
