CHIEF ENGINEER II

California Department of State Hospitals; California (MO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is seeking a permanent, full-time Chief Engineer II to lead and supervise the facility's engineering operations. Located in San Luis Obispo County, this in-office role oversees maintenance, safety protocols, and project execution within the hospital campus.

The position offers a competitive salary within the California state pay scale, with eligibility through certification lists, transfer, or reinstatement, and requires compliance with the

Qualifications

• Eligibility: reachable on a certification list, transfer eligibility, or reinstatement eligibility.
• It is your responsibility to meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.
• If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam.

Responsibilities

• Assures timely completion of annual performance evaluations and probationary reports.
• Monitors Core Training, attendance and approves callbacks per procedure.
• Develops and monitors a supervisory system to ensure hospital objectives are met, including staff interactions.
• Establishes work order priorities and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Maintains and signs Form 5s, Service Orders, and related contracts for boiler and plant operations.
• Ensures staff follow proper safety practices and tool control procedures.

Job description

Facility: DSH - Atascadero

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534382

Position #(s): 455-556-6695-001

Working Title: Chief Engineer II

Classification: CHIEF ENGINEER II

Salary Range: $6,986.00 - $8,925.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: San Luis Obispo County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: DSH - Atascadero

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.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Department Information

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero