SENIOR OPERATING ENGINEER - 48008163

State of Florida; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 40,456 - 47,956; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida Retirement System

Medical insurance (family)

Life insurance

Tuition waiver

Paid holidays

Job summary

Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) is seeking a Senior Operating Engineer to securely operate and maintain the campus boiler and chiller plants, energy controls, and related systems. Shift is Sunday–Thursday, 3pm–11pm, with duties including monitoring temperatures, reviewing energy data, and performing minor repairs.

The role requires a High school diploma and experience with building systems, boilers, chillers, pumps, and safety procedures; training in CPR may be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems and mechanical equipment such as HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, and related facilities equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains boilers, chiller plant, pumps, piping, and energy controls.
• Monitors space temperatures and energy usage; adjusts systems to meet campus goals.
• Performs minor emergency repairs and participates in safety and emergency response teams.

Skills

Hand tools

HVAC knowledge

Emergency repairs

Effective communication

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Energy management systems

Job description

Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB)

Position Number: 48008163

Working Title: SENIOR OPERATING ENGINEER

Responsibilities

The incumbent of this position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all facilities plant and campus operations. Which includes, but is not limited to, high-efficiency condensing boilers (gas fired), auxiliary boiler equipment including pumps, pressure regulators, strainers, piping, controls, package building/process boilers, chillers, cooling towers, specialty campus systems, etc.

• Operates and maintains high-efficiency condensing boilers (gas fired), chiller plant including all auxiliary equipment. Maintains and controls operations of chiller plants. Reviews and operates campus energy controls, energy monitoring, HVAC controls. Monitors and tracks space temperatures with campus buildings making adjustments as necessary to ensure proper building operation and minimal use of utilities. Reviews graphs and trends to maintain campus utility usage goals. Assists in repairs and cleaning of all boilers, chiller plant and water treatment equipment. Responsible for keeping a clean and safe working environment in chiller and boiler plants. Maintains all campus environmental compliance during work shift.
• Performs minor emergency repairs such as water leaks, blockages of sanitary facilities and tripped lighting current breakers. Serves on facilities campus emergency response team. Serves on facilities department improvement and safety teams as assigned.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in the operation and maintenance of heating and/or air-conditioning equipment;
• Skill in using hand tools;
• Skill in repairing heating and/or air-conditioning equipment;
• Ability to operate or coordinate the operation of boilers or an air-conditioning plant;
• Ability to conduct emergency repairs on specialized equipment/facilities (Bowling Equipment, Medical Facility, Cafeteria Equipment, etc.);
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
• Ability to properly utilize computers for email, Microsoft Office, and other software as required;
• Ability to read and understand charts, graphs, and operate complex facilities digital controls systems;
• Ability to troubleshoot high-efficiency condensing boilers (gas fired), chillers, building systems, and associated equipment for malfunctions and repairs;
• Ability to work with minimum supervision;
• Knowledge of computer programs to operate automated energy management systems;
• Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures;
• Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during demanding situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well‑being or that of their fellow co‑workers;
• Ability to work in all types of weather;
• Ability to stand, stoop, walk, lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday;
• Ability to pass training and administer skills acquired during CPR

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems and mechanical equipment such as HVAC, boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, and related facilities equipment.

Sign Language Requirements

Applicants who are selected for hire will be encouraged to learn American Sign Language. Please note: The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind provides education to acquire sign language skills.

Hiring Salary Range (12‑month position)

$40,456.00 – $47,956.00 annually. This range is inclusive of verified experience and education.

• Base $40,456.00
• Additional related and verified Full‑time Experience (20‑year max) addl $150.00 per year

Hours

Sunday – Thursday 3pm to 11pm

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System.
• Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only.
• Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage.
• Low‑cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more.
• Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost.
• Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities.
• Biweekly accrual up to four (4) hours of sick leave and annual leave.
• Nine paid holidaysand one Personal Holiday each year.

Condition of Employment

Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete background investigation. Fingerprints will be taken and sent to the Florida Department of Law enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a background check of your criminal history record(s) at the state and national level via the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website https://info.flclearinghouse.com

FSDB is a drug‑free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.

Veterans’ Preference

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.