Chief Engineer II

Job Description and Duties

The permanent/full-time  Chief Engineer II will be directed by the Chief of Plant Operations I at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Assures timely completion of annual performance evaluations and probationary reports.
• Monitors necessary Core Training, attendance, and approves callbacks, as outlined in the Plant Operations Emergency Callback Procedure.
• Develops, implements, and monitors an effective supervisory system which ensures that hospital objectives are accomplished, including controlling the work location relative to inappropriate staff patient interactions.
• Establishes priorities involving work orders and develops preventive maintenance procedures.
• Monitors timely completion of assignments.
• Reviews monthly reports and assures monthly status report completion.
• Maintains the work order Maintenance Connection computer system and enters work performed by Stationary Engineers and Maintenance Mechanics as assigned.
• Prepares, evaluates and signs all Form 5’s, Service Orders, and contracts associated with the Boiler Plant, Welding Shop, Chiller Plant, Sewage Plant, HVAC and Refrigeration.
• Sees that Stationary Engineers and Maintenance Mechanics follow good safety practices in their work areas.
• Maintains and follows proper tool control procedures and trains employees in same procedures.

Eligibility : To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.

*It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.*

If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.

Click here to take the Chief Engineer II Examination

Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• This position may require you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
• Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found here )
• Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc)
• Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• ScholarShare (college savings account)
• On-the-job training and professional development
• Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards

Additional Information

• Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
• Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted.
• Scanned, copied, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.
• Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.
• Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
• This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.