Stationary Engineer | Full-Time | Santa Clara Convention Center

Oak View Group•Santa Clara, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Stationary Engineer with a strong background in HVAC operations, maintenance, and repair to join our team. The Stationary Engineer operates and maintains mechanical and electrical systems and equipment used by the Santa Clara Convention Center, including inspection, troubleshooting, and repair/replacement as necessary and for the setup of equipment used by clients. This role pays an hourly rate of $70.59 (per CBA). Benefits as per the union agreement. This position will remain open until November 6, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
6 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work various workdays and hours to meet business needs, including early/late hours, long days, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to come in to work if called for an emergency at any time.
Must be reliable and punctual.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
Ability to speak effectively to customers, clients, and employees of the organization, including management and public groups.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
NATE or ASHRAE
Forklift Aerial Platform Lift
Valid California Driver's License
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, forklifts, scissor lifts, etc.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move heavy objects.
Work well in a team environment.
Must join Stationary Engineers Local 39

Responsibilities

Operates, inspects, conducts preventive maintenance routines, and repairs as needed (subject to limitations created by maintenance agreements or those that require specialized skills, equipment, or training) all equipment owned by or part of the convention center, including boilers, centrifugal compressors, air compressors, natural gas systems, water supply and drainage systems, chemical treatment systems for chilled, heating, and condenser water, electric motors and drive components for various devices, building structural components, and motor- or engine-powered equipment.
Maintains all door components, including lock assemblies, hinges, and door closing and holding open devices.
Set up and remove electrical power equipment such as power boxes, 60-amp extensions, 30-amp extensions, 20-amp stringers, single- and 3-phase connections, 208-volt connections, 60-amp service connectors to Cam-Lok, 480-volt Posi-lok, and extension cords for clients and catering except that which is contracted to others by the client.
Maintain building, performing minor and routine sheetrock replacement and painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical wiring, and other related maintenance activities.
Maintain HVAC systems including but not limited to pneumatics, electro-pneumatics, communications, motors, drive belts, bearings, drive shafts, actuators, diaphragms, valves, shutters, and air filter replacement.
Notify management concerning the need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
Assist A/V technicians as required.
Maintain an individual daily worklog for all work performed.
Document all work performed on mechanical equipment.