Utility Plant Operator II

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

San Manuel Band of Mission Indians seeks a skilled Utility Plant Operator II to oversee operation of boilers, chillers, and cooling towers, and support central plant systems. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, documentation, and coordination with HVAC/Electrical teams to ensure safe, efficient facilities operations.

Ideal candidates bring five years of maintenance experience in cogeneration or central plants, with HVAC or electrical trade school training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five years facility maintenance experience in cogeneration/power plant or related systems.
• Trade school HVAC or electrical training or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of cooling towers, chillers, boilers, and building automation to maintain climate controls.
• Perform preventative maintenance, update logs, and plan routine shutdowns.
• Document operating data and coordinate parts orders and repairs with leads and vendors.
• Coordinate with HVAC/Electrical teams to troubleshoot building systems and engage contractors for major works.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies, ensuring safety and rapid issue resolution.
• Comply with OSHA/EPA and other regulatory requirements in all maintenance activities.
• Perform other duties to support efficient department operations.

Skills

HVAC

Boiler operation

Chiller systems

Preventive maintenance

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school HVAC/Electrical

Job description

Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Facilities, the Utility Plant Operator II, performs journeyman-level work related to the operation, installation, inspection, modification, remodeling and repair of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, blowers and all ancillary equipment and property associated with all Central Plant Utility Operations. Collaborates, initiates, and supports opportunities with other functions by championing the goals and priorities of the Tribe in a manner that faithfully reflects and upholds the Tribe’s vision, mission and values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Oversees the operation of cooling towers, blowers, chillers, Cogen system, boilers, and other plant equipment.Ensuresguest comfort throughoperationof the building automation systems tomaintainbuilding climate controls. Communicateswork performed and/or updates andmaintainsdaily required log keeping. Participates in training programs to stay current on industry best practices and safety protocols.
• 2. Inspects and performs preventative maintenance to ensure clear milestones are set and followed, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and environmental management systems. Reviews and updates plant logs, develops preventive maintenance instructions, andassiststhe Assistant Manager in planning routine maintenance and shutdowns. Conductsrisk assessments of equipment failures, minimizing risk, andimplementsnew technologiesto improve equipment reliability and efficiency.Ensuresall maintenance activities are documented accurately and reportedin a timely mannertocomply withregulatory requirements.
• 3. Maintains clear andaccuratedocumentation of all operating data, inspections, testing, maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed andassistswith repairs, parts orders and communicating with leads and team leaders on any concerns. Updates equipment documentation,specificationsand drawings, as needed.Ensuresall maintenance activities are documented accurately and reportedin a timely mannertocomply withregulatory requirements.
• 4. Coordinates with HVAC and Electrical departments toassistinlocatingand troubleshooting issues in building systems. Partners with vendors and service providersregardingmaintenance and repair of equipment. Collaborates with contractors and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements to createblueprints/drawings.
• 5. Responds to emergencysituations,that require quick thinking and decisive actionduring or after hours, to mitigate and/or resolve immediate plant operating concerns and/or safety issues/concerns. Ensures the safety of all plant personnel and prevents any potential damage to equipment or property.Strong communicationskills are essential incoordinating withemergency services and internal teams to effectively address the situation.
• 6. Assists with Central Plant Management to service all systems and related machinery to remain in compliance with all regulating bodies (OSHA, EPA) and minimize downtime in a safe and efficient manner.Coordinates with external vendors and contractors as needed for specialized repairs for maintenance tasks.
• 7. Performsotherdutiesasassignedtosupporttheefficientoperationofthedepartment.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired.

• Minimum of five (5) years of facility maintenance experience to include progressive cogeneration operation, power plant, diesel generator, central chilled water plant, central hydraulic system and/or boilerplant,operation experiencerequired.

• Trade school (HVAC, electrical) or equivalent required.

• Related,relevant,and/ordirectexperiencemaybeconsideredinlieuofminimumeducational requirementsindicatedabove.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of five (5) years of facility maintenance experience to include progressive cogeneration operation, power plant, diesel generator, central chilled water plant, central hydraulic system and/or boilerplant,operation experiencerequired.

• Trade school (HVAC, electrical) or equivalent required.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be requiredto obtain andmaintaina gaming license.

• Universal EPA Certificate preferred.

• Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS–ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Primaryworkenvironmentisinafacilitysetting.

• Workmayrequiretraveltoattendmeetings,tradeshows,andconferences.

• Incumbentsmayberequiredtoworkevening,weekendandholidayshifts.

• Mustbeabletoworkinafast-paced,high-demandenvironment.

• Strengthsufficienttoexertupto10poundsofforceoccasionallyand/oranegligibleamountof forcefrequentlyor constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40 pounds occasionally.

• Sedentarywork:very littlesitting.Able tooperateacomputerandother

• officeproductivitymachinery,suchasacalculator,copymachine,andcomputerprinter.

• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling,crouching,reaching,pushing,pulling,lifting,grasping,talking,hearing,andrepetitivemotions.

• Hearingsufficienttohearconversationallevelsinperson,viavideoconferenceandoverthe telephone.

• Speechsufficienttomakeoneselfheardandunderstoodinperson,infrontofgroups,inmeetings,

• viavideoconferenceandoverthe telephone.

• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visualacuitytoperformanactivitysuchaspreparingandanalyzingdataandfigures; transcribing;viewingacomputerterminal;expansivereadingandvisualinspectionofemployees, visitors or facility.

• Mobilitysufficienttosafelymoveinanofficeenvironment,walk,stoop,bendandkneel,andenter,exitandoperatea motor vehiclein the course oftravel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, tradeshowsand San Manuel properties.

• Endurancesufficienttosit,walkandstandforextendedperiods,andmaintainefficiencythroughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.

• Theemployeemaybeexposedtofumesorairborneparticlesincludingsecondhandsmoke.

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicablelaw.

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