Operating Engineer
Talascend is currently seeking an Operating Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Brea, California.
Overview
The operating engineer performs electrical installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment and controls, as well as plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance of piping and associated equipment and components. the role also supports mechanical/electrical operating equipment and includes routine assessment and monitoring of building system operations.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and monitor the operation and make adjustments of refrigeration, heat exchanger, HVAC, electrical, emergency backup systems, and hot water systems.
- Monitor operation, adjust, and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment, including boilers and ventilating and hot water heaters.
- Monitor mechanical and electrical operating equipment, record readings, and make adjustments as necessary to assure proper operation of equipment.
- Analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of problems or malfunctions, and take corrective action as required.
- Perform preventive maintenance on base building and critical system equipment, including completing preventive task sheets and reporting any impending supply or material shortages or equipment problems.
- Install and repair plumbing and piping, including valves, filters, hot water systems, and associated controls.
- Wire single and three phase motors, run conduit, pull wiring to machinery and motors, and install and rebuild pumps and motors.
- Install and rebuild air compressors, heat exchangers, and replace bearings in motors and seals on pumps.
- Install, repair, and maintain electrical controls, switching, and motor controls, and report any problems or malfunctions.
- Maintain tools and order supplies as required for installation and repairs, keep logs, document equipment repairs, close work orders, track time accurately, and communicate with the operations manager and lead engineer.
- Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Maintain a clean and safe work space and perform other duties as assigned.
- Complete painting, carpentry, medical equipment repair, and other craftsman’s skills under specific infection control conditions.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or state equivalent required, with a minimum of two years of related trade schooling or two years of college.
- Minimum four years’ experience in the electrician trade or related field, or minimum four years’ experience in HVAC/refrigeration trade or related field, or minimum four years’ experience in emergency backup systems (generators, UPS, etc.).
- Skilled in the use of tools and machinery required by the position.
- Knowledge of OSHA standards and local codes.
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well in oral and written reports.
- Familiarity with computer equipment and programs.
- Ability to visually inspect machinery and buildings.
- Ability to frequently walk up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice or implementation.
- Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet and lift 60 lbs repeatedly.
- Ability to detect emergency alarms, auditory and/or visual.
- Ability to reach difficult areas by getting on hands and knees during equipment inspections.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.