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Bargaining Unit: Teamsters - Local 856 Graveyard and Swing Shift Positions - Stationary Engineer Contra Costa County's Public Works Department is seeking qualified individuals to fill multiple Stationary Engineer (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic) vacancies. All interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. These positions are based in Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC), and require availability for graveyard and swing shifts, including weekends and overnight hours. Employees may work in detention facilities and in close proximity to inmates and patients. Applicants must be able to obtain the Detention Facility Clearance to work in the detention facilities. Stationary Engineers operate, maintain, and repair HVAC systems in a variety of buildings throughout the County. Responsibilities include resolving customer complaints related to airflow, heating, cooling, and ventilation; responding to HVAC related alarms and elevator malfunctions; calibrating and maintaining pneumatic, electric, and computerized (DDC system) controls; inspecting chillers and ensuring containment and proper handling of refrigerants, which may contain chlorofluorocarbons and other hazardous materials; and other related work as required. Key Responsibilities Performing regular inspections of assigned facilities for proper equipment operation. Recording and maintaining maintenance records of all mechanical equipment in facilities. Inspecting and logging conditions of fire extinguishers and emergency lighting. Testing and treating open and closed loop water systems used for heating and cooling. Responding to routine and emergency work orders submitted by customer departments. Working with outside contractors who perform EPA and OSHA required inspections and testing. Working with fellow tradespersons on tenant improvement projects within the County. Resolving customer complaints related to airflow, heating, cooling, and ventilation. Responding to HVAC related alarms and elevator malfunctions. Calibrating and maintaining pneumatic, electric, and computerized (DDC system) controls. Inspecting chillers and ensuring proper handling of refrigerants. Typical Qualifications License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process. Certificates: Must be Type 1 or Type 2 certified for Handling Chlorofluorocarbons at the time of application, and obtain a Federal Universal Certification for Handling Chlorofluorocarbons within nine (9) months from the date of hire. Education: 1) Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificates and (2) satisfactory completion of at least one college-level course in BOTH basic refrigeration and electricity OR completion of a HVAC trade school program. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or its equivalent experience as a stationary engineer or operating engineer maintaining and repairing HVAC equipment. Substitution for College Courses: An additional three (3) years of full time (or its equivalent) experience as a Stationary Engineer or Operating Engineer, maintaining and repairing HVAC equipment; one (1) year of which must have been at the journey level. Substitution for Experience: Completion of a HVAC apprenticeship certification program. Desirable Qualifications Knowledge of diesel generators. Experience working with data/server room cooling systems. Knowledge of current Title 24 and/or OSHA requirements. Benefits and Work Environment Supportive environment with strong and dedicated administration. All necessary tools and equipment provided. Collaborative team with high encouragement and support. May be eligible for 5% shift differential. Work-life balance including flexible scheduling and steady work. Challenges Assigned to work in a Detention Facility around inmates or detainees and/or in a hospital or medical setting around patients. Spending time working alone without a team member or supervisor present. Managing and completing multiple work orders in a timely manner. Shift work including weekends and overnights at CCRMC. Required to work beyond regular scheduled hours to meet project deadlines or respond to urgent needs. Competencies Delivering results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Mechanical Insight: Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact. Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job. Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards. Actions & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishments. Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behaviors as the situation requires. Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps and final work products. Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue. Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships. Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law. Conviction History After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Disaster Service Worker All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. #J-18808-Ljbffr