Plant Maintenance Engineer II

State of Maine•Augusta, ME

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is structural/craft work as the engineer-in-charge of a large high-pressure steam generating plant and of the maintenance and repair of water, heating, and electric systems in a state institution. Work includes overseeing the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of a large steam generating plant including the assignment of tasks to skilled tradesmen. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the current principles, practices, and techniques of high pressure steam generating plant operation and maintenance.
Knowledge of the plumbing, heating, and electrical trades, codes, and systems.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the mechanical trades and high pressure steam generating plant operation.
Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Ability to keep records and make reports.
Ability to plan, assign, and direct the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and/or unskilled workers.
Ability to develop maintenance schedules.
Ability to develop a 5 year plan.
Ability to use applicable computer programs.
Five (5) years experience in the operation and maintenance of high-pressure steam generating plants, and maintenance and repair of water, heating, and electrical systems in a large commercial or public plant.
Possession of a Boiler Engineer's license of the class required by ordinance of the municipality in which the plant is located.

Responsibilities

Assigns, schedules, reviews, and appraises the work of employees engaged in heating, ventilating, plumbing, water, and electrical systems in order to direct the work force.
Plans, assigns, and directs the work of master and journeymen electricians, plumbers, boiler engineers, and boiler operators in order to ensure proper plant operation and maintenance.
Coordinates the total plant and building operations with the Superintendent of Buildings in order to participate in general plant management.
Directs and conducts preventive maintenance program for all electrical, plumbing, and boiler equipment in order to avoid breakdown and unnecessary repair.
Assists in developing the five year plant maintenance plan for the institution in order to participate in long term planning.
Keeps records and prepares reports on plant operation and maintenance in order to ensure proper documentation.
Plans inventory and authorizes ordering of spare parts of all equipment in order to ensure required materials are on hand and to minimize system downtime.
Inspects, installs, and repairs electrical equipment in order to ensure equipment is maintained and in working order.
Inspects heating and air conditioning plants in order to identify occupational hazards and enforce safety precautions of mechanical trades.
Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.