HVAC Stationary Engineer: Graveyard & Swing Shifts

Contra Costa County; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County’s Public Works Department is seeking qualified Stationary Engineers (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanics) to fill graveyard and swing shift vacancies at CCRMC. The role requires availability for weekends and overnights and entails maintaining HVAC systems, alarms, and related controls across county facilities.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, including education, certification, and detention clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; plus HVAC trade training or college-level refrigeration and electricity courses.
• Two years of full-time experience as stationary or operating engineer.
• Possession of valid California Driver's License; out-of-state accepted during application.
• Type 1 or Type 2 certification for Handling Chlorofluorocarbons; Federal Universal Certification within 9 months.
• Ability to obtain Detention Facility Clearance to work in detention facilities.
• Willingness to work graveyard and swing shifts, weekends and overnights.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and maintain HVAC equipment in county facilities.
• Record maintenance logs for mechanical equipment.
• Inspect fire extinguishers and emergency lighting.
• Test and treat open and closed loop water systems.
• Respond to routine and emergency work orders.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for EPA/OSHA inspections.
• Collaborate with other trades on tenant improvement projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Problem solving

Team player

Organized

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED + HVAC trade program or college refrigeration/electricity course

Job description

Contra Costa County’s Public Works Department is seeking qualified Stationary Engineers (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanics) to fill graveyard and swing shift vacancies at CCRMC. The role requires availability for weekends and overnights and entails maintaining HVAC systems, alarms, and related controls across county facilities.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, including education, certification, and detention clearance.