TEX - Stationary Engineer - San Francisco Public Library (7334) - 164086

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

11h•$132,912 - $132,912•Onsite

About The Position

The San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) is seeking a Stationary Engineer to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a wide variety of pumping, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and auxiliary plant machinery and equipment across its various locations. This role ensures all equipment functions normally and safely, adhering to all applicable safety rules and regulations. SFPL is committed to building an accessible and welcoming culture and workplace for all employees, reflecting the diverse communities it serves. The library system includes the Main Library, 27 neighborhood branches, two administrative buildings, and four bookmobiles. SFPL emphasizes literacy, digital inclusion, social justice, equity, and healthy communities. This is a Temporary Exempt position, limited to two years, to backfill a Permanent Civil Service employee on a leave of absence. The position is exempt from Civil Service and serves at the discretion of the Department Head.

Requirements

Four (4) years of verified journey-level stationary engineer experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of a variety of mechanical and electrical pumping, heating, air conditioning, ventilating, and related plant machinery used in a government establishment, hospital, industrial, production, or commercial building.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Possession at time of hire a Universal Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certificate issued by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.

Nice To Haves

Experience and technical knowledge and understanding of Building Mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire life safety systems.
Proficient in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.
Experience with resolving and diagnosis of mechanical issues.
Experience and ability to troubleshoot equipment failures, respond in an efficient and effective approach to repair equipment to minimize downtime and operation of equipment.
Experience working with potentially hazardous equipment.
Knowledge and implementation of safety protocols and procedures, OSHA guidelines and CA safety regulations.
Experience in monitoring equipment operations, reading and interpreting gauges and meters accurately to ensure optimal operation of equipment.
Ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting heavy equipment, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces.
Experience working in a team, with trades, contractors, consultants, and professional staff to effectively resolve maintenance-repair issues through oral and written communication, to report and coordinate projects and tasks.
Customer service skills, interpersonal skills, active listening, communication and problem-solving skills.
Completion of a recognized four-year Stationary Engineer apprenticeship program.
Graduation from a recognized four-year Maritime Academy with a degree in engineering or technology.
Possession of at least a 3rd Assistant Marine Engineer's License of any (unrestricted) horsepower.

Responsibilities

Operates, maintains, and repairs a wide variety of pumping, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and power generating equipment in a large complex or multi-faceted facility to ensure the safe, correct, and efficient functioning of the facility and equipment.
May be required to operate computerized building management systems, preventative or predictive maintenance computer systems, or Computerized Data Gathering System (SCADA).
Inspects and tests machinery and equipment for safe, efficient, and proper operation by visual and audio inspection during walk-throughs and by standard monitoring.
Inspects fire prevention equipment to ensure safe and proper functionality.
Inspects water storage and multiple distribution systems, high-pressure zones, wood and steel storage tanks, pumps, and relief valves, and samples water.
Makes entries and keeps records on shift operation by taking and entering gauge readings and accurate water laboratory analysis readings and temperatures on operating log sheets or into a computer data system to ensure preventative maintenance and equipment history; changes charts and recordings accordingly.
Receives, records, and stores large amounts of treatment chemicals and may handle hazardous chemicals in confined or enclosed areas; must be capable of safely and properly handling chemical spills.
May include handling and treatment of industrial or hazardous waste.
Contacts, communicates, and deals with contractors, building tenants, and/or the general public in order to discharge assigned duties.
Maintains keys, communications equipment, and security (in the absence of Security Personnel) to ensure the security of a plant and buildings and grounds, including public safety.
As part of an emergency response team, recognizes, evaluates, and responds to potentially hazardous situations.
Performs control tests on water samples to determine chlorine and fluoride residual, pH, alkalinity, turbidity, color, saturation index, and flocculation factors.
Under supervision, conducts water analysis and regulates treatment chemical dosages to maintain water quality in filtration plant, distribution system, or other large complex facility.
May also be required to perform water analysis on water/wastewater as required by the State of California.
Performs boiler water and cooling tower chemical tests, including pH, alkalinity, TDS, etc., to monitor and control the growth of organisms in water.