Operating Engineer

CAM Industrial Solutions LLC • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

CAM Industrial Solutions is seeking an Operating Engineer to help ensure the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment, including turbines, boilers, and electrical systems. The role monitors and maintains plant operations, enforces safety regulations, and works with maintenance and operations teams to optimize performance. The successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative, high-performance environment focused on safety and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical science.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on operational efficiency.
• Proficiency in industry-related software applications.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Commitment to teamwork, customer service, and confidentiality.
• Capability to climb vertical ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Capability to wear and use a respirator.
• Capability to bend, stoop, and crawl into restricted areas.
• Capability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in chiller operations is highly desirable.
• Experience in aero-derivative gas turbine operations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain full working knowledge of and adhere to the plant safety program.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance Supervisors to ensure safe work practices are followed daily.
• Supervise and oversee external contractors and maintenance teams, maintaining a safe and hazard-free environment.
• Operate, regulate, and adjust plant equipment, including water levels, temperatures, draft conditions, pumps, fans, generators, switchgear, and auxiliary and balance-of-plant systems.
• Operate oil purification and filtering equipment, water treatment systems, and gas handling equipment.
• Clean strainers and wire screens to maintain continuous operation.
• Read and interpret plant drawings, operational procedures, electrical one-lines, and heat and material balance documentation.
• Issue Safe Work Permits and enforce plant safety protocols, including Lock Out/Tag Out procedures, confined space permit surveys, and Hot Work Permits.
• Operate localized computer-based control systems for various plant sub-units.
• Conduct functional tests and interlock testing as directed by the control room.
• Plan and participate in on-shift preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensure smooth and accurate shift turnover through detailed written and oral communication.
• Perform additional duties as required to support plant operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time