CoGen Plant Lead

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Job no: 498763
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Custodial/Facilities, Temporary

Advertised: Jan 12, 2021 (9:00 AM) Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Jan 27, 2021 (11:55 PM) Pacific Standard Time

Position SummaryOPEN TO CURRENT CSU EMPLOYEES REPRESENTED BY TEAMSTERS 2010 (Unit 6)Cogen Plant Lead – Under general supervision, the incumbent works with and provides lead work direction to a small group of skilled and semi-skilled workers involved in the operation and maintenance of the cogeneration plant. Provides direction for work sequencing and technical expertise and leadership; ensure materials, supplies, and equipment needed to perform work safely and appropriately is available. Lead the team to complete assigned work orders and perform preventive maintenance. Is responsible for directing staff assigned in the operation and maintenance of the campus cogeneration plant including all auxiliary and ancillary plant equipment utilized in the production and distribution of campus utilities. Incumbent is responsible for identifying management issues or situations requiring management involvement. Incumbent provides input to management in preparation of annual performance evaluations.Objectives – Provide an “Industry Best Practice” preventive maintenance organization to the San Diego State University community.Expectations – Provide a thorough and accurate accounting of time and materials. Complete all routine work assignments and perform all additional duties as assigned. Incumbent maintains equipment and a safe and clean working environment. Consistent meeting of university needs in a timely and professional manner with increasingly improved skill. Follow-up on every project or task to ensure that all items are completed to the satisfaction of the FS Associate Director. Maintains a responsible attendance record, punctuality, and consistent meeting of deadlines. Builds and maintains internal and external customer satisfaction with the products and services offered by the organization. Seeks feedback, is responsive to stakeholders, and takes appropriate action for the situation.Performs work in a manner that supports and facilitates the work of others in Facilities Services and the university community. Maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with members of the department and campus community by practicing individual dignity, using tact and diplomacy, and always being respectful and civil. Utilizes respectful communication when dealing with people in all situations; demonstrating restraint, fairness, and firmness. Works effectively to understand by carefully listening and working to be understood. Demonstrates restraint, fairness, and firmness with all people in all situations.Must be able to effectively communicate and successfully interact with a variety of individuals in a diverse environment at all levels of the organization. Ability to maintain confidentiality and work appropriately within the department hierarchy. Communicates effectively to resolve problems and proactively resolve conflicts or disagreements in the workplace, makes suggestions, and ask pertinent questions to facilitate effective communication.Must be able to perform strenuous physical work while using mechanical aptitude and motor coordination. Ability to implement safety procedures, resolve problems and improve safety in the workplace. Works to instill in others the importance of workplace safety rules and regulations and takes appropriate actions. Ability to conduct hazard assessments, address hazards appropriately, and apply controls as appropriate to address/mitigate hazards; promptly follow-up on health and safety risks, taking appropriate action(s), and provides necessary reports and documentation.For more information regarding Facilities Services, click here.This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits-eligible, temporary position anticipated to end on or before six months from the date of hire. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard work hours are Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.Education and ExperienceAbilities normally would be acquired through two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment and systems or the equivalent combination of formal course work in mechanical technology and hands-on experience. In addition, the abilities of a Lead BSE would normally be acquired through two or more years of experience as a journey-level Building Service Engineer that included some work or project coordination responsibilities.Required Licenses and CertificationsValid California Driver’s LicensePreferred QualificationsEquivalent to two years’ experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of boilers, diesel or gas reciprocating engines and other related mechanical equipment.Completion of a certificate program from a recognized educational institution in mechanical technology which included the actual operation of boilers, gas or reciprocating engines may substitute for up-to-one year of the required experience.A minimum of one year of lead or supervisory experience.Experience using a computerized maintenance management system.Boiler maintenance experience.Experience with turbine maintenance and repair. Specialized Skills RequiredAbility to effectively communicate and successfully interact with a variety of individuals in a diverse environment at all levels of the organization.Ability to maintain confidentiality and work appropriately within the department hierarchy communicating effectively to resolve problems; and to proactively resolve conflicts or disagreements in the workplace, makes suggestions and ask pertinent questions to facilitate effective communication.Ability to implement safety procedures, resolve problems and improve safety in the workplace. Ability to instill in others the importance of workplace safety rules and regulations and take appropriate actions.Ability to conduct hazard assessments, and address those hazards accordingly, and applies Engineering controls as appropriate to address/mitigate hazards; promptly follows-up on health and safety risks, taking appropriate actions(s) and provides the necessary reports and documentation.Compensation and BenefitsStarting salary upon appointment not expected to exceed $6,682 per month. CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,034 - $7,651 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.Supplemental InformationReview of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on January 27, 2021. To receive full consideration, apply by January 26, 2021.The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Meracle Cothron at [email protected]

 

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Posted: 1/13/2021
Application Due: 1/27/2021
Work Type: Full Time
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