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Plant Operating Engineer & Assistant Plant Operating Engineer - Facilities Operations
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Tue. 12/01/09 11:59 PM Pacific Time
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| Salary: |
See Position Description
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| Job Type: |
Full-Time Regular |
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Orange County, California
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Plant Operating Engineer & Assistant Plant Operating Engineer
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time on December 1, 2009.
OC PUBLIC WORKS
FACILITIES OPERATIONS
Click Here for More Information on the OC Public Works
THE COUNTY OF ORANGE | The Place to Work, Live and Play
Orange County is a desirable place to live and is one of the premier employers in the region, as well as the second largest county in California. At the County you will find variety, individual opportunity, job satisfaction, and the pleasure of working with colleagues who are dedicated to making a positive difference. Over the years, Orange County has established a reputation as an innovative leader among local governments and services over 3,000,000 people who live within its 34 cities. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, 3 harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and 250 miles of riding and hiking trails. Orange County has top-rated attractions from Disneyland to several major professional sports teams, a wide range of cultural arts, as well as some of the highest quality public and private schools in the nation. There is no doubt that Orange County is a great place to work, live and play.
OC PUBLIC WORKS | COME JOIN OUR TEAM
OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to provide, operate, and maintain public facilities and regional resources and ensure safe construction and development standards and protection of the environment and improvement of the quality of life for the people of Orange County, in addition to providing land development services for the unincorporated County of Orange.
OC Public Works is a unique County department comprised of five core functions, each of which directly impacts the quality of life for Orange County residents and the private sector. Our core businesses include Administration, OC Facilities, OC Planning, OC Engineering and Planned Communities.
OC FACILITIES | FACILITIES OPERATIONS
OC Facilities is comprised of the following divisions: Real Estate and Asset Management, Architecture and Engineering Project Management, Facilities Operations, Transportation Fleet Management Services and Office of Standards and Compliance.
Facilities Operations provides support services to County Departments/Agencies by operating and maintaining facilities and managing capital projects. Within appropriation limitations, we provide safe and healthful environments for the County's employees and citizen clients.
THE OPPORTUNITY
OC Public Works has an exciting opportunity for a Plant Operating Engineer to work in the Central Utility Facility Department which is responsible for supplying the Civic Center and Jails with Electricity, Chilled Water and Steam which is used for heating, cooling, cooking and domestic hot water.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Unlimited Steam License
- Turbine Endorsement
- Gas Turbines, Gas Compressors and Generators involved in Co-Generation
- EPA 608 Certification
- Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office, MSWord, Excel
- Knowledge with the operations of large equipment such as; Centrifugal Chillers, Boilers, Heat Recovery
- Steam Generators, Steam Turbines and Absorption Chillers
PROVEN EXPERIENCE TO:
- Maintain and operate high-pressure steam generation and central refrigeration equipment
- Inspect heating and refrigeration equipment and take readings on the equipment
- Repair and perform preventative maintenance of boilers, refrigeration equipment and auxiliary machinery
- Perform standard chemical tests of boiler, cooling tower, conditioned and well water
- Test and calibrate mechanical, electrical and pneumatic control instruments
- Make adjustments to chemical treatment equipment or chemical mixtures
- Operate Gas Turbines, Generators and Gas Compressors
| PLANT OPERATING ENGINEER |  | | |
Under general supervision, to operate a high pressure steam generation and central refrigeration plant; to inspect, maintain and make mechanical repairs on all types of equipment involved in the production of steam and chilled water; and to do other work as required.
COMPENSATION:
PLANT OPERATING ENGINEER: $33.29/Hourly Flat Rate
| ASSISTANT PLANT OPERATING ENGINEER | | | |
Under supervision, to assist journey utility plant operators with the operation of a high pressure steam generation and central refrigeration plant; to assist with inspections, maintenance and mechanical repairs; to assume responsibility for operation of the plant during periods when journey operators are not immediately available or for training purposes; and to do other work as required.
COMPENSATION:
ASSISTANT PLANT OPERATING ENGINEER: $28.16/Hourly Flat Rate
CORE COMPETENCIES:
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE IN THE COMPETENCIES LISTED BELOW:
THE TECHNICAL ENVIRONMENT
Proven Knowledge of
- Steam Plant Operations
- Gas Turbine and Generator
- Refrigeration Plant Operations
- Heat Transfer & Combustion Principles
- Standard Water Treatment Chemicals
ACTIVE COMMUNICATION
Proven Ability to
- Effectively communicate with the Public, City, State and Federal Agencies
- Read, write and interpret blueprints, instructions and diagrams
- Produces clear and concise written documents
- Maintain accurate computer logs and energy management systems
- Communicate with supervisors, engineers and craft workers
SAFETY SAVVY
Proven Ability to
- Observe safety practices working with high pressure steam and mechanical equipment
- Take a proactive approach to fostering a safe work environment
- Identify, report and correct unsafe working conditions and/or equipment in an efficient and timely manner
- Respond quickly to emergency conditions with high temperature water up to 420’F
DETAIL ORIENTED
Proven Ability to
- Perceive numbers and record readings and results of tests accurately
- Pay attention to important details
- Take special care with equipment and machinery
ANALYSIS
Proven Ability to
- Apply reasoning and judgment in diagnosing mechanical faults and choosing best method of repair
- Identify areas for improvement and seeks creative solutions
- Act as an effective troubleshooter
PHYSICAL | ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed below for any questions or to request an accommodation during testing/selection procedure.
Physical Characteristics: Regularly bend, stoop, squat, turn and climb; distinguish colors; may be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
THE RECRUITMENT
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill future OC Public Works vacancies at this level. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this Continuous recruitment may close at any time.
This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time on December 1, 2009.
Minimum Qualifications: OC Public Works Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the County. After the initial screening, the more qualified candidates will be referred to the next step of the selection process.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Applications must emphasize all the areas in which you have expertise and accomplishments in the specific competencies related to the position, as applications will be screened to identify the most qualified candidates.
Application | Rating (Referral/Non-Referral): Application materials will be rated by a panel of job knowledge experts for those qualifications most needed to perform the duties of the job. The more qualified candidates will be referred to the next step. (The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response.)
Qualification Appraisal Panel | Oral Interview (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Candidate rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit each candidate's qualifications for the job. (Please note: the panel of job knowledge experts is not granted access to the candidate’s application prior to the panel interview; therefore, a candidate’s responses to the structured questions should be thorough, detailed and complete.)
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HOW TO APPLY
- Apply online by clicking the "Apply" link above- Only online applications with completed supplemental question will be accepted.
- All applications must be submitted online to receive consideration. RESUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF AN ONLINE APPLICATION. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Please Note: You may only apply once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
- Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is on your application and only use one email account. ***User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions you apply for. ***
- Your application should highlight all of the areas in which you have developed expertise, matching your professional experience with the specific qualification listed above. All information submitted will be scored in order to identify the most qualified candidate.
- Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions .
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EEO Information:
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"Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply" |
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