State of Washington
Stationary Engineer 2
State of Washington - Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502
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Stationary Engineer 2
Full Time | Permanent
Union Represented | WFSE Who We Are: The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future.
Learn more about DES. About the Division: The Buildings & Grounds Division (B&G) is responsible for the Capitol Campus and Department of Enterprise Services (DES) managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 28 buildings, 18 public monuments, over 6,000 parking stalls, four state parks and a 260-acre lake. B&G executes these responsibilities through the following service programs: Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, Support Services (Custodial). About the Opportunity: The Stationary Engineer will be responsible for monitoring the Capitol Lake Dam operations, lake levels and Metasys program during assigned shift. The incumbent will also respond to critical alarms by notifying appropriate staff per documented Office of Financial Management (OFM) procedures. This position serves as the primary after-hours contact for Capitol Campus building emergencies. This role interacts with various staff from trades, administrative, Washington State Patrol (WSP), Olympia Fire Department (OFD), legislative staff, building tenants, other state agencies, personnel of DES, vendors, contractors, and visitors. This position supports the agencies mission by ensuring a safe and comfortable atmosphere in campus buildings which helps our customers succeed.
The Powerhouse functions are critical to the daily operations of the Capitol Campus. The Powerhouse must be staffed on a 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year schedule.
This position is recognized as Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) Designation – for Disaster or Emergency Recovery. This means that this position may be required to report to work to support any emergency situations that affect DES owned properties. Some of what you will be doing Powerhouse Operations
Provide day-to-day maintenance and operations of the Powerhouse Operate the high-pressure steam heating plant which provides steam heat, hot and chilled water to 13 buildings on the Capitol Campus (this includes, but is not limited to operation, maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of the high-pressure stationary steam boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, compressors, condensers, steam and condensate return lines; steam traps, water lines, controls and meters) Utilizes the Metasys central control system to make adjustments to the campus steam and chilled water systems Maintains boiler water and feedwater test and treatment Ensures that steam and chill water is produced to support all buildings that are supported by the Powerhouse Makes shifts and work assignments to maintain Powerhouse coverage 24 hours/day, 365 days/year Monitors the lake levels and ensure that the Metasys control system is operating the Capitol Lake Dam properly Ensures that the lake is at acceptable levels at both high and low levels Notify DES supervision per written procedures of any unusual issues that could cause a flooding potential or an extreme low level of the Lake Primary contact for after-hours non-emergency calls for Thurston County DES owned facilities
Receives, prioritizes and dispatches after-hours requests for DES services Works closely with the standby staff, evening and weekend custodians and WSP to identify response to calls received Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED Three (3) years of experience in operations, maintenance and repairs of high-pressure boilers and heating equipment OR Certificate of completion of an advanced Stationary and/or Marine Engineering course from an accredited vocational/technical school or community college and two years of experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of stationary or marine high-pressure boilers and heating systems OR One year of experience as a Stationary Engineer 1 in state service Preferred/Desired Qualifications Knowledge of boiler law methods, fuels, materials and tools used in operation and maintenance of high-pressure boilers and associated auxiliary equipment; boiler room safety; heating lighting, ventilations, power and other related mechanical equipment, standard types of automatic control Ability to test and analyze operation of steam boilers and auxiliary equipment; instruct and supervise others; keep records; make written reports; perform heavy manual labor; work under and withstand extremes of temperature Knowledge and experience in chilled water plant operations and maintenance Can be relied upon to achieve excellent results with little need for oversight. Earns the trust, respect and confidence of co-workers and customers through consistent honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism in all interactions Ability to work independently with little or no on-site supervisory direction Special Requirements Must maintain a valid driver’s license free from any serious violations AND Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following DEI competencies: Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive workplace Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization How to Apply: Interested? We would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions.
Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position: A
letter of interest A
current resume
detailing experience, and education A current list of at least
three (3) professional references
with current contact information (can be provided at the time of interview) Do not attach any documents that include
photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
Please Note:
By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not be substitute for completing the “duties summary” section of the online application.
Please do not refer to the resume for detail or your application may be disqualified. Union Inclusion: This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Background Check Notice:
Prior to any new appointment into the Department of Enterprise Services, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Opportunity for All: The Department of Enterprise Services celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization. Contact Information: For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact
rachel.vaughan@des.wa.gov
or
jobs@des.wa.gov . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. Follow DES on
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Union Represented | WFSE Who We Are: The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future.
Learn more about DES. About the Division: The Buildings & Grounds Division (B&G) is responsible for the Capitol Campus and Department of Enterprise Services (DES) managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 28 buildings, 18 public monuments, over 6,000 parking stalls, four state parks and a 260-acre lake. B&G executes these responsibilities through the following service programs: Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, Support Services (Custodial). About the Opportunity: The Stationary Engineer will be responsible for monitoring the Capitol Lake Dam operations, lake levels and Metasys program during assigned shift. The incumbent will also respond to critical alarms by notifying appropriate staff per documented Office of Financial Management (OFM) procedures. This position serves as the primary after-hours contact for Capitol Campus building emergencies. This role interacts with various staff from trades, administrative, Washington State Patrol (WSP), Olympia Fire Department (OFD), legislative staff, building tenants, other state agencies, personnel of DES, vendors, contractors, and visitors. This position supports the agencies mission by ensuring a safe and comfortable atmosphere in campus buildings which helps our customers succeed.
The Powerhouse functions are critical to the daily operations of the Capitol Campus. The Powerhouse must be staffed on a 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year schedule.
This position is recognized as Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) Designation – for Disaster or Emergency Recovery. This means that this position may be required to report to work to support any emergency situations that affect DES owned properties. Some of what you will be doing Powerhouse Operations
Provide day-to-day maintenance and operations of the Powerhouse Operate the high-pressure steam heating plant which provides steam heat, hot and chilled water to 13 buildings on the Capitol Campus (this includes, but is not limited to operation, maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of the high-pressure stationary steam boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, compressors, condensers, steam and condensate return lines; steam traps, water lines, controls and meters) Utilizes the Metasys central control system to make adjustments to the campus steam and chilled water systems Maintains boiler water and feedwater test and treatment Ensures that steam and chill water is produced to support all buildings that are supported by the Powerhouse Makes shifts and work assignments to maintain Powerhouse coverage 24 hours/day, 365 days/year Monitors the lake levels and ensure that the Metasys control system is operating the Capitol Lake Dam properly Ensures that the lake is at acceptable levels at both high and low levels Notify DES supervision per written procedures of any unusual issues that could cause a flooding potential or an extreme low level of the Lake Primary contact for after-hours non-emergency calls for Thurston County DES owned facilities
Receives, prioritizes and dispatches after-hours requests for DES services Works closely with the standby staff, evening and weekend custodians and WSP to identify response to calls received Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED Three (3) years of experience in operations, maintenance and repairs of high-pressure boilers and heating equipment OR Certificate of completion of an advanced Stationary and/or Marine Engineering course from an accredited vocational/technical school or community college and two years of experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of stationary or marine high-pressure boilers and heating systems OR One year of experience as a Stationary Engineer 1 in state service Preferred/Desired Qualifications Knowledge of boiler law methods, fuels, materials and tools used in operation and maintenance of high-pressure boilers and associated auxiliary equipment; boiler room safety; heating lighting, ventilations, power and other related mechanical equipment, standard types of automatic control Ability to test and analyze operation of steam boilers and auxiliary equipment; instruct and supervise others; keep records; make written reports; perform heavy manual labor; work under and withstand extremes of temperature Knowledge and experience in chilled water plant operations and maintenance Can be relied upon to achieve excellent results with little need for oversight. Earns the trust, respect and confidence of co-workers and customers through consistent honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism in all interactions Ability to work independently with little or no on-site supervisory direction Special Requirements Must maintain a valid driver’s license free from any serious violations AND Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following DEI competencies: Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive workplace Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization How to Apply: Interested? We would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” at the top of this page to start your application. You can save the application and come back to it, if needed. Be sure to complete the application fully to include a full work history and responses to the supplemental questions.
Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position: A
letter of interest A
current resume
detailing experience, and education A current list of at least
three (3) professional references
with current contact information (can be provided at the time of interview) Do not attach any documents that include
photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
Please Note:
By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not be substitute for completing the “duties summary” section of the online application.
Please do not refer to the resume for detail or your application may be disqualified. Union Inclusion: This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Background Check Notice:
Prior to any new appointment into the Department of Enterprise Services, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Opportunity for All: The Department of Enterprise Services celebrates our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws. You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our organization. Contact Information: For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact
rachel.vaughan@des.wa.gov
or
jobs@des.wa.gov . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. Follow DES on
,
and
| Subscribe to
DES job alerts
#J-18808-Ljbffr