Plant Operations Maintenance Engineer 1

The Plant Operations & Maintenance Engineer 1 performs skilled level work but not at the journeylevel 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 lifecycle and save energy water and waste stream resources.

Further this position was developed to better serve the University by providing additional opportunity to staffs that have demonstrated an interest and aptitude in the field of work; but typically for those individuals who have not yet achieved journeylevel 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 onthejob 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.

Duties and 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 manufacturers specifications and other reference material to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures;
• Ability to share trade knowledge with and train skilled and semiskilled 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;

Safety

• Consistently follows and enforces safety practices appropriate to building maintenance and complies with rules and regulations established by the University and governmental agencies;
• Maintains an awareness of the typical hazards of the work place as well as the special hazards that may be encountered at any University facility location such as biohazards lowgrade radiation and chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm;
• Follows established governmental (local state and federal) procedures for dealing with special hazards; and promptly reports any unusual conditions to the supervisor.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• 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 oncall rotation.
• Must possess a valid California drivers license and may be required to drive University vehicles;
• 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;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED and 2years of work experience at the Maintenance Mechanic 2 level and additional 2years of work experience in Central Plant or Stationary Engineers field;
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators license is required;
• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license/certification/registration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• General knowledge of customer service techniques;
• demonstrated successful customer service experience;
• 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.

Performance Expectations: Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• 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; highlyskilled 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 manufacturers 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.

Hours: 40hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled