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Form of workThe Operating Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance and performance of technical work on physical plant facilities, including electro-magnetic controls, pneumatic systems, HVAC systems, overhead doors, water coolers, refrigeration, plumbing, life safety and security equipment at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Upholding high standards of customer service, independent judgment, and professionalism are required for this position.
- Operate and perform preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment.
- Read blueprints, electrical and related diagrams, to help locate problems.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electromagnetic controls, pneumatic systems, HVAC systems, overhead doors, grill gates, and water coolers.
- May perform brazing, soldering, gas/or arc welding cutting, swaging, and flaring.
- May change, modify, or replace pumps, motors, valves, dampers, pipes, condensers, heat exchangers, and make proper alignment adjustments.
- Replace belts, and align fan motors to sheaves and shafts.
- Insulate piping and other heat exchange surfaces.
- Clean mechanical spaces, supply air diffusers, deflectors, fan intake, screens, dampers, heat exchangers, and air and water refrigeration condensers.
- Make estimates and keep records of all time and materials and order materials and submit reports.
- Caulk building interior and exterior as required.
- Grease and oil machinery, service cable winches, and pump and clean sump pump pits.
- Read and complete event program assignments, including operating environmental control systems, filling and emptying tubs and pools of water, and setting and connecting portable sinks.
- Conduct building tours to inspect facility and equipment and make reports of findings.
- Layout and install cabling for sensors and controls.
- Work with pressurized steam systems; read electrical and related diagrams to help locate problems.
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MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent.
MINUMUM EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in building operations maintenance with experience with large systems.
Licenses
Must have, and maintain as current, a Class 2-C or higher MN Boiler Engineer License. Valid Drivers license.
NOTE: You must submit a copy of your boilers license with your official application to be considered, it must be received by the established application closing date; without it, your application will be deemed as incomplete.
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Drug / Alcohol Testing and Medical Examination: All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and medical exam once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and theStationary Engineers, Local 70.
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire 2 (two) months after it has been established.
- Willing to work set schedule of Days, Evenings or Nights.
- Willing to work Weekends and or Holidays.
- Knowledge of plumbing of non-potable water & compressed air systems & drains.
- Demonstrate exceptional customer relation skills.
- Working knowledge of electrical systems.
- Considerable knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems (with appropriate troubleshooting skills).
- Demonstrable knowledge of computerized - building automation, preventive maintenance, and work order systems.
- Good knowledge of the tools, methods, and equipment used in mechanical operation and maintenance for a large public facility.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform welding, soldering, brazing as required.
- Ability to read blueprints and schematics of equipment to assist in operation, maintenance and repair work.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems with building equipment and perform maintenance and upkeep.
- Physically able to perform the duties of the position which include ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 70 pounds and be able to maneuver items weighing more than 100 pounds. Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.
