Hydro Stationary Engineer I

SMUD•Pollock Pines, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At SMUD, we proudly serve over 1.4 million customers in the Sacramento area with affordable, reliable electricity. As a community-owned, not-for-profit utility, we've been committed to keeping energy costs low and service dependable for more than 70 years. Our team of 2,200 skilled employees works around the clock to provide clean energy and develop smart solutions that benefit both our customers and the environment. Hydroelectric power plays a crucial role in our energy mix, providing sustainable, renewable energy that helps reduce carbon emissions and supports grid reliability. By focusing on hydro, we're investing in a clean energy source that's here for the long haul and essential to building a greener future for our community. We're looking for a dedicated and skilled Hydro Stationary Engineer 1 to join our Power Generation team at the Hydro Generation Operation Facility in Fresh Pond, located about 60 miles east of Sacramento and 15 miles east of Placerville. You will perform a variety of skilled industrial and commercial trades work-including HVACR, building automation, fire systems, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, locksmithing, painting, and civil maintenance-primarily focused on hydroelectric equipment and remote facilities. You'll have the opportunity to work in diverse SMUD locations, such as powerhouses, dams, reservoirs, and office facilities, using your specialized expertise to diagnose, repair, and maintain critical systems. This position calls for independent problem solving, innovative thinking, and the drive to deliver outstanding service to internal and external customers while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

Requirements

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in the HVAC or building maintenance trades, such as Stationary Engineers, or completion of an accredited trade program such as the Sacramento City College Mechanical / Electrical Technology program. OR a minimum of four years journey level work in the installation, operation, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of commercial and industrial buildings and equipment.
Evidence of equivalent completion of sufficient formal and/or informal education to provide the necessary knowledge and skills.
Applicants must hold or be able to obtain within 90 days of hiring, a Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery certification.
Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record (not more than two moving violations in the last two years).
A Class “A” driver’s license may be required (and in addition, the position may require a hazardous materials and tanker endorsements) within six (6) months of hire.
Candidates appointed to positions requiring the possession/retention of a Class “A” driver’s license must undergo an initial drug and alcohol screen and submit to random drug and alcohol screens as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).
Basic math and algebra; electrical and direct digital control principles and strategies; HVACR theory and principles; methods of refrigerant transition and recovery; machinery repair; commercial/industrial plumbing systems; industrial safety practices; and preventive maintenance procedures.
Intermediate computer skills to operate mobile technology, Basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical (up to 480 VAC), mechanical, and plumbing systems and equipment; repair, maintain, and install commercial/industrial HVAC systems; use general shop machinery including MIG, TIG, arc and acetylene welders, drill presses, hydraulic presses, bench grinders, abrasive blast machines, lathes, milling machines, sheet metal shears and brakes, band saws, iron workers and various power hand tools; use instruments and test equipment including manifold gauge sets, refrigerant evacuation and charging equipment, flow hoods, volt/ohm meters, megohm meters, ampmeters, temperature measurement and recording equipment, pneumatic calibration instruments, micrometers, and dial indicators.
Read electrical, mechanical, plumbing, architectural and structural blueprints, schematics, and/or control drawings on print and computer; follow oral and written instructions; work without direct supervision; communicate effectively orally and in writing; work in a safe and effective manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience in HVAC/Refrigeration, building automation, fire systems, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, locksmithing, welding, metal fabrication, and civil maintenance.
Experience supporting the operation, maintenance, or repair of hydroelectric power facilities, dams, or similar remote industrial environments.
Competence in troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing complex commercial/industrial systems with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, adapt to varied worksites (including wilderness or inclement weather), and apply innovative solutions to unique technical challenges.

Responsibilities

Independently performs preventive and periodic maintenance, installation, operation, repairs, overhaul, rebuilding and troubleshooting in remote locations and inclement weather.
Installs, maintains, repairs, overhauls, rebuilds, and troubleshoot HVACR and other equipment in SMUD buildings or plants. Equipment includes commercial/industrial equipment; Scroll Chiller, Primary/Secondary pumps, hydronic cooling systems, resistant heat/gas fired split systems, package units and heat exchangers. Stand-alone systems include package air conditioners, heat pumps and ice machines.
Installs, programs, operates, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates and maintains centralized building automation control systems, Trend and data analysis, alarm parameters, system optimizations and scheduling of building HVAC systems access. Stand-alone system controls for remote sites, smart thermostats, portable data collectors and space monitors.
Oversees and performs scheduled maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair of building fire monitoring and suppression systems for both CO2 and water mist systems. Performs testing.
Performs electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on individual HVAC/Mechanical equipment up to and including 3 phase 480 VAC. Knowledge of and ability to work around transmission, distribution, and generation equipment and voltages. Ability to identify voltages, approach distances and arc flash boundaries. Replacement of motors, relays, switches, circuit boards and small panel transformers. Repair powered gates, install and wire low voltage panels and wiring for building automation controls, doors and locks. Builds and installs HVAC control panels.
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and modify air Handlers, supply / return fans, exhaust fans, damper assemblies, actuators, air distribution and heat exchangers. Performs welding and metal fabrication.
Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies indoor and outdoor plumbing systems, sewage lift stations, well pumps, water heaters, domestic water booster pumps, and sewage ejection systems.
Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies all doors and locks. Replace cores, track key hierarchy and modify doors to install custom hardware and closures. Install access control hardware. Maintain electric gates, electric and mechanical rollup doors.
Perform building modifications including metal fabrication and sheet metal fabrication / welding, Paints interior/exterior walls of buildings, equipment and other surfaces by brush, roller, or sprayer; operates power tools such as sanders, saws, and paint sprayers associated with operations and maintenance SMUD facilities, equipment, and properties. Maintains, cleans and repairs roofs, vegetation management, dam safety functions, general safety functions, transportation and equipment operation, concrete structural, interior work and hazardous materials management. This work includes maintenance of dams in remote locations and long work hours in the wilderness areas.
Operates SMUD vehicles and equipment including trucks forklifts, scissor lifts, snow removal equipment, bucket trucks, man lifts, fixed cranes, boats and helicopter rigging.