Stationary Engineer, PWA

Introduction

READ THIS ENTIRE BULLETIN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REAPPLY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT. THIS IS A REOPENING OF A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION. If you choose to reapply, your new score/disposition will replace your current one. Reapplying is NOT required. If your name is on the 24‑9671‑01 eligible list, it will remain there.

If you previously applied or started an application during the original filing period (12/23/24 to 1/08/25 or 6/30/25 to 7/18/25), you must email the analyst MS to request an application release. The system will not allow you to reapply until this step is completed.

Required: California Motor Vehicle Class C Driver’s License with a 3‑year clean driving record. Attach an official DMV driver‑license history report showing a clean record for the last 3 years to the Resume tab. Only one file may be submitted.

All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the last day for filing. Applications for this recruitment will only be accepted online.

The mission of Public Works is to enhance the quality of life for the people of Alameda County by providing safe, well‑maintained, and lasting public works infrastructure through accessible, responsive and effective services. Public services include flood and storm water pollution control, transportation planning and design, roadway and flood control maintenance and inspection, and construction and building inspections.

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Under general supervision, maintain and repair county‑owned and operated drawbridges, storm water lift stations and associated equipment and facilities, including mechanical, electrical, water discharge and building operations systems. Perform related duties as required. Positions are at the journey level, work with minimal supervision, and report to a Bridge and Pump Supervisor.

Incumbents determine the quality of work, recommend necessary repairs, equipment modifications and installations.

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Stationary Engineer, PWA (#9671).

• Maintaining and repairing county‑owned and operated drawbridges.
• Maintaining and repairing storm water lift stations and associated equipment and facilities, including mechanical, electrical, water discharge and building operations systems.

• Equivalent of three years full‑time experience as a Building Equipment Maintenance Worker or a higher‑level class in the Alameda County classified service (non‑classified includes District Attorney’s Office, Hospital Authority, Consolidated Courts).
• Equivalent of four years full‑time experience in the operation, maintenance, repair and installation of heavy industrial electrical, mechanical, plumbing, control systems, engines and pumps.

License (required for all patterns): Possess and maintain a valid California Motor Vehicle Class C Driver’s License. Submit evidence from the DMV showing current status and a clean 3‑year driving record.

Special Requirements:

• Normal hearing and eyesight, including depth perception and freedom from color and night blindness.
• Compliance with County and Cal OSHA policies, procedures and guidelines (such as Respiratory Protection).

Working Conditions:

• All weather; heavy traffic; large construction machinery.
• Underground and confined spaces.
• Open steel structures up to 180 ft. and pits 40 ft. below estuary level.
• 24‑hour on‑call standby duty for emergencies.
• Hazardous movable equipment.
• Climbing, working from heights, bending, stooping, lifting heavy objects.

NOTE:

The Civil Service Commission may modify the above minimum qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies:

• Knowledge of:
  • Methods, tools and equipment for maintenance and repair of bridge and storm water lift station equipment.
  • Safety practices for electrical and mechanical maintenance, marine traffic, and roadside work.
  • Regulations governing operation of drawbridges and storm water lift stations.
  • Mechanical systems (engines, gear drives, pumps, heat exchangers).
  • HVAC and control systems.
  • National Electrical Code.
  • Plumbing systems and general repairs.
  • Electrical…