Senior Operating Engineer

Position: SENIOR OPERATING ENGINEER - 48008163
Requisition No: 878988

Agency:
School for the Deaf & Blind

Working Title:

SENIOR OPERATING ENGINEER
- Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $40,456.00 - $47,956.00

Posting Closing Date: 08/05/2026

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Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB)

Senior Operating Engineer (Career Service)

Position Number

Maintenance Department

Who are we?

FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families.

The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more.

How you will make an impact

The incumbent of this position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all facilities plant and campus operations. Which includes, but is not limited to, high-efficiency condensing boilers (gas fired), auxiliary boiler equipment including pumps, pressure regulators, strainers, piping, controls, package building/process boilers, chillers, cooling towers, specialty campus systems, etc.

* Operates and maintains high-efficiency condensing boilers (gas fired), chiller plant including all auxiliary equipment. Maintains and controls operations of chiller plants. Reviews and operates campus energy controls, energy monitoring, HVAC controls. Monitors and tracks space temperatures with campus buildings making adjustments as necessary to ensure proper building operation and minimal use of utilities. Reviews graphs and trends to maintain campus utility usage goals.

Assists in repairs and cleaning of all boilers, chiller plant and water treatment equipment. Responsible for keeping a clean and safe working environment in chiller and boiler plants. Maintains all campus environmental compliance during work shift.

* Performs minor emergency repairs such as water leaks, blockages of sanitary facilities and tripped lighting current breakers. Serves on facilities campus emergency response team. Serves on facilities department improvement and safety teams as assigned.

* Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in the operation and maintenance of heating and/or air-conditioning equipment;

* Skill in using hand tools;

* Skill in repairing heating and/or air-conditioning equipment;

* Ability to operate or coordinate the operation of boilers or an air-conditioning plant;

* Ability to conduct emergency repairs on specialized equipment/facilities (Bowling Equipment, Medical Facility, Cafeteria Equipment, etc.);

* Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;

* Ability to communicate effectively;

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;

* Ability to properly utilize computers for email, Microsoft Office, and other software as required;

* Ability to read and understand charts, graphs, and operate complex facilities digital controls systems;

* Ability to troubleshoot high-efficiency condensing boilers (gas fired), chillers, building systems, and associated equipment for malfunctions and repairs;

* Ability to work with minimum supervision;

* Knowledge of computer programs to operate automated energy management systems;

* Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures;

* Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during demanding situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow co-workers;

* Ability to work in all types of weather;

* Ability to stand, stoop, walk, lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday;

* Ability to pass training and administer skills acquired during CPR

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems and mechanical equipment such as HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, and related facilities equipment.

Sign Language Requirements

Applicants who are selected for hire will be encouraged to learn American Sign Language.

Please note:

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind provides education to acquire sign language skills.

Hiring Salary Range 12-month position: $40,456.00 - $47,956.00 annually. This range is inclusive of verified experience and education.

* Base $40,456.00

Associate degree addl $1500.00

Bachelor's degree addl $3000.00

Master's degree addl $4500.00

Additional Related and verified Full-time Experience (20-year max) addl $150.00 per year

Hours Sunday - Thursday 3pm to 11pm

Vision

FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success.

Mission

The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available…