Power Plant Engineer 3
About The Position
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of Cherokee Mental Health Institute (CMHI) is seeking a Power Plant Engineer 3 to join our team! This is a full-time position with a Tuesday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. schedule. The Power Plant Engineer 3 diagnoses problems relating to equipment malfunctions, makes mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs to power plant equipment and auxiliary systems, and operates and maintains boilers that support the Cherokee campus. This position is also responsible for operating generators for the Institute’s electrical power in the event of loss of utilities and helping with grounds maintenance including snow removal. The successful candidate will have knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems. Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position. CMHI provides active inpatient treatment to adults in need of acute psychiatric care. The facility offers several services including individualized treatment plans. Support for patients with special education needs to continue their education is provided, and individuals are encouraged to collaborate with staff members in formulating their own plan. Medication, group counseling, and activities therapies might be included as well.
Requirements
- Experience equal to three years of full-time work in the operation, maintenance and repair of steam generating boilers, centralized air-conditioning or electrical power generating equipment and auxiliary systems.
- Knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems.
- Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority, certain employees in this class may be required to obtain a Fire Sprinkler Installer and Maintenance License in accordance with Chapter 100D, Iowa Code.
- Designated positions in this job class require applicants to obtain the required certification, license and endorsements within a period of time as determined by the appointing authority at the time of hire.
Responsibilities
- Diagnoses problems relating to equipment malfunctions.
- Makes mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs to power plant equipment and auxiliary systems.
- Operates and maintains boilers that support the Cherokee campus.
- Operates generators for the Institute’s electrical power in the event of loss of utilities.
- Helps with grounds maintenance including snow removal.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, paid holidays)
- Retirement Plans (IPERS, Retirement Investors Club)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Life insurance
- Free long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
