Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 1

Details•San Diego, CA

1d•$31 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 1 performs skilled level work but not at the journey-level required to maintain the campus chiller plant, central steam plant, steam distribution system, and related equipment. Under the guidance of the Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 2 conducts chemical testing on boiler feed water, chilled and hot water systems, tests and chemically treats water systems. Diagnose, repairs and replaces electrical and mechanical components and controls to maintain peak operating efficiency and reduce energy consumption. Performs preventative maintenance inspections and adjustments on plant equipment to maintain the equipment within OEM specifications, maximize equipment system life-cycle and save energy, water and waste stream resources. Further, this position was developed to better serve the University by providing additional opportunity for staff that have demonstrated an interest and aptitude in the field of work; but typically for those individuals who have not yet achieved journey-level status. The successful applicant(s) are expected to continue making progress at improving their job skills and increasing technical knowledge. Acceptance of an applicant into the position will require the successful completion of on-the-job training, successful completion of technical training coursework taken by the employee outside of the course of employment with the University, and a satisfactory work performance assessment to continue in the position.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED and 2-years of work experience at the Maintenance Mechanic 2 level ,and, additional 2-years of work experience in Central Plant or Stationary Engineers field.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
EPA Refrigeration Certificate or obtain within the first 120 days of employment
Must possess a valid California driver’s license and may be required to drive University vehicles
Must be able to work assigned hours and may be assigned to work any shift.
Employees working in this classification may be designated as essential personnel and subject to occasional overtime, call backs and may be required to serve 24/7 on-call rotation
Must wear a uniform prescribed and furnished by USD
May be assigned to work in the vicinity of laboratories where biohazards, radioactive or other potentially hazardous substances are stored or used
Must continually expand knowledge base in building operations and maintenance techniques, attend assigned training
Must work individually or in teams coordinating assigned work with other groups and department
May be assigned to work at any USD facility/location
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Demonstrated knowledge at the skilled level in one or more of the functional areas
Skilled in maintenance and repair procedures including preventative maintenance and troubleshooting
Under the guidance of the Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 2, demonstrate knowledge in the operation and maintenance of gas fired boilers, hot water heaters, cooling towers, rotary screw chillers, generators and pumps
Under the guidance of the Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 2 performs skilled labor to repair and maintenance equipment, including breakdown repair, and troubleshooting of gas boilers, hot water heaters, cooling towers, rotary screw and absorption chillers, generators and pumps
Under the guidance of the Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 2, demonstrated knowledge of industrial water chemistry; demonstrated ability to conduct chemical tests on boiler water, soft water, and chiller water systems; knowledge of electrical circuitry and low voltage controls circuitry, both theoretical and practical application, demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair
Skilled in the use of common Plant Operations test equipment used in the industry
Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools, typically used in the trade
Demonstrated ability to follow safe working procedures, work within the guidelines of health and safety work plans and report unsafe conditions
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with faculty, administrators, staff and students; highly-skilled in customer service technique
Working knowledge of applicable codes and regulations; California and Federal OSHA
Ability to read and interpret blue prints, specifications, shop drawing, schematics manufacturer’s specifications, and other reference material to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures
Physical ability to perform indicated tasks
Ability to establish strong working relationships with diverse populations
Ability to access input and retrieve information from a computer system for word processing, records retrieval and maintenance, research and communication purposes

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of customer service techniques
Demonstrated successful customer service experience
Previous work experience in the Plant or Stationary Engineers field
Technical Training in the maintenance of Plant Equipment and Systems
Work experience in an institution of higher education or similar industry

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 2, performs skilled level tasks in one or more of the following areas; maintains industrial natural gas boilers, hot water heaters, cooling towers, chillers and pumping systems in accordance with department utility distribution schedules
Under general supervision responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of equipment associated with the operation and maintenance of the chiller plant, central steam plant and steam distribution systems
Submits reports, orally or in writing of progress and status as necessary to ensure proper job accounting and to identify and resolve any problems encountered that may cause delays, damage or interruption of utility services to the campus
Assists the department in the development of plant operations strategies and schedules that promote the most efficient use of heating and cooling energy and water resources
Under the guidance of the Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 2, performs diagnostic tests, predictive maintenance and troubleshooting on systems, equipment, and components to maximize equipment reliability
Continually expands knowledge of the trade through appropriate courses, publications and contact with others in the field
Maintains a working knowledge of relevant codes, regulations and applies them consistently in daily activities
Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, shop drawings, schematics, manufacturer’s specifications and other reference material to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures
Ability to share trade knowledge with and train skilled and semi-skilled employees in areas of plant operations and maintenance practices
Maintains records of machinery and related equipment operations log in accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements
Specify and order materials, parts and supplies consistent with departmental requirements keeping the appropriate persons informed
Maintains good working relationships with the students, faculty, staffs and vendors, adheres to all University policy and procedures
Works in a neat and orderly manner and maintains a clean work area; maintains tools and equipment in good condition
Works from ladders and scaffolding as well as in confined spaces
Performs other duties as assigned