Stationary Engineer Multiple Departments Citywide; C00197 Job San Francisco area,California USA,Engineering

Position: Stationary Engineer (7334) - Multiple Departments Citywide (C00197)

Stationary Engineer Position and Job 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; tests fire prevention equipment; tests water storage and multiple distribution systems, high pressure zones, wood and steel storage tanks, pumps, relief valves and water samples.

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; and 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 also include handling and treatment of industrial or hazardous waste.

Contacts, communicates and is required to deal with contractors, building tenants and/or the general public in order to be able to discharge assigned duties.

Maintains keys, communications equipment, and security (in the absence of Security Personnel), in order 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 growth of organisms in water.

Experience

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.

Experience as an oiler or firefighter will not be accepted as qualifying experience.

License and Certification

Possession of a valid California Driver License.
Possession at time of hire of a Universal Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certificate issued by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.

Substitution

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.

Essential Functions

Requires considerable physical effort in the repair and upkeep of machinery and equipment and the ability to lift heavy objects.

Work Environment

May require exposure to working conditions where minor abrasions, bruises and burns may be encountered; occasional disagreeable work inside close and dirty spaces.

Medical Examination and Safety Health Requirements

Employees may be required to pass a state‑mandated respiratory medical examination annually; must be clean‑shaven for respirator and self‑contained breathing apparatus fittings. Employees must pass CPR training annually and first aid training every three (3) years. Candidates for safety‑sensitive positions will undergo urine drug testing prior to employment and within 90 days prior to performing safety‑sensitive functions for the first time.

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Education and Experience

Applicants may be required to provide verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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