Hydro Stationary Engineer Subforeman/Woman Light

Purpose

Directs the work of Hydro Stationary Engineers I, II and Apprentice for a variety of highly skilled industrial/commercial trades work including HVACR (Heating Ventilation Air-conditioning and Refrigeration), Building Automation, Fire Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fabrication, Locksmith, Painting, and Civil maintenance work in the operation, repair, and maintenance of SMUD facilities with an emphasis on Hydroelectric equipment and properties. Provides lead direction and work reviews to assigned staff on specific projects.

Nature and Scope

This is a working foreman position requiring independent problem solving and innovative thinking to improve and enhance systems performance and deliver outstanding customer experience and satisfaction. This job class is required to assign, oversee and perform the more specialized and complex duties related to a specific skilled trade(s) in an assigned area such as office buildings, shops, power houses, telecommunications data centers, switchyards, reservoirs, dams and other remote locations. The Hydro Stationary Engineer Foreman differs from the Hydro Stationary Engineer lI in that it functions in a lead capacity in addition to demonstrating expertise in three or more of the skilled trades with some experience in all; HVACR, Building Automation, Fire Systems & Suppression Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Locksmith, Metal Fabrication/ Welding, as well as the performance of semi-skilled general building maintenance work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides lead direction on specific projects as assigned; organizes and directs work.
• Actively participates in safety programs and insures all work is performed in a safe manner.
• Provides technical and safety on the job training of subordinates; assigns areas of responsibility; oversees and inspects the work of contractors.
• Assists with overseeing apprentice work and documentation of work assignments for the apprentice program.

Independently performs the work of a Journey-level stationary engineer in remote locations and inclement weather. The work is performed in one or more of the specific areas described below:

• HVAC/Refrigeration
  
  
  
  
  • Installs, maintains, repairs, overhauls, rebuilds, and troubleshoot HVACR and other equipment in SMUD buildings or plants. Equipment includes commercial/industrial equipment; Scroll Chiller, Primary/Secondary pumps, hydronic cooling systems, resistant heat/gas fired split systems, package units and heat exchangers. . Stand-alone systems include package air conditioners, heat pumps and ice machines.
  
  
  
  
• Building Automation Systems
  
  
  
  
  • Installs, programs, operates, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates and maintains centralized building automation control systems, Trend and data analysis, alarm parameters, system optimizations and scheduling of building HVAC systems access. Stand-alone system controls for remote sites, smart thermostats, portable data collectors and space monitors.
  
  
  
  
• Fire Systems
  
  
  
  
  • Oversees and performs scheduled maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and repair of building fire monitoring and suppression systems for both CO2 and water mist systems. Performs testing.
  
  
  
  
• Electrical
  
  
  
  
  • Performs electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on individual HVAC/Mechanical equipment up to and including 3 phase 480 VAC. Knowledge of and ability to work around transmission, distribution, and generation equipment and voltages. Ability to identify voltages, approach distances and arc flash boundaries. Replacement of motors, relays, switches, circuit boards and small panel transformers. Repair powered gates, install and wire low voltage panels and wiring for building automation controls, doors and locks. Builds and installs HVAC control panels.
  
  
  
  
• Mechanical/Plumbing
  
  
  
  • Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and modify air Handlers, supply / return fans, exhaust fans, damper assemblies, actuators, air distribution and heat exchangers. Performs welding and metal fabrication. Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies indoor and outdoor plumbing systems, sewage lift stations, well pumps, water heaters, domestic water booster pumps, and sewage ejection systems.
  
  
  
  
• Locksmith
  
  
  
  
  • Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies all doors and locks. Replace cores, track key hierarchy and modify doors to install custom hardware and closures. Install access control hardware. Maintain electric gates, electric and mechanical rollup doors.
  
  
  
  

Duties and Responsibilities Cont.

• Civil Maintenance/Paint
  
  
  
  
  • Perform building modifications including metal fabrication and sheet metal fabrication / welding, Paints interior/exterior walls of buildings, equipment and other surfaces by brush, roller, or sprayer; operates power tools such as sanders, saws, and paint sprayers associated with operations and maintenance SMUD facilities, equipment, and properties. Maintains, cleans and repairs roofs, vegetation management, dam safety functions, general safety functions, transportation and equipment operation, concrete structural, interior work and hazardous materials management. This work includes maintenance of dams in remote locations and long work hours in the wilderness areas.
  
  
  
  
• Operates SMUD vehicles and equipment including trucks forklifts, scissor lifts, snow removal equipment, bucket trucks, man lifts, fixed cranes, boats and helicopter rigging.

Required Education

• Equivalent completion of sufficient formal and/or informal education to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the essential functions and duties.

Required Experience Qualifications

• A minimum of four years (4) of experience with SMUD as a Building Maintenance Mechanic or Stationary Engineer at SMUD's Hydro facilities or comparable experience.

Required Licenses/Certificates

• Applicants must hold a Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery certification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record (not more than two moving violations in the last two years). A Class "A" driver's license may be required (and in addition, the position may require a hazardous materials and tanker endorsements) within six (6) months of hire.
• Candidates appointed to positions requiring the possession/retention of a Class "A" driver's license must undergo an initial drug and alcohol screen and submit to random drug and alcohol screens as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).

Knowledge Of

Basic math and algebra; electrical, pneumatic and direct digital control principles and strategies; HVACR theory and principles; methods of refrigerant transition and recovery; machinery repair; commercial/industrial plumbing systems; industrial safety practices; and preventive maintenance procedures. Building automation systems. Intermediate computer skills to operate mobile technology, Basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications.

Skills To

Plan, direct, train and review the work of others directly on a day-to-day basis; organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects and employees; enforce safe working practices; troubleshoot and repair electrical up to 480 VAC, mechanical, and plumbing systems and equipment; repair, maintain, and install commercial/industrial HVAC systems; use general shop machinery including MIG, TIG, arc and acetylene welders, drill presses, hydraulic presses, bench grinders, abrasive blast machines, lathes, milling machines, sheet metal shears and brakes, band saws, iron workers and various power hand tools; use instruments and test equipment including manifold gauge sets, refrigerant evacuation and charging equipment, flow hoods, volt/ohm meters, megohm meters, ampmeters, temperature measurement and recording equipment, pneumatic calibration instruments, micrometers, and dial indicators. Read electrical, mechanical, plumbing, architectural and structural blueprints, schematics, and/or control drawings on print and computer; follow oral and written instructions; work without direct supervision; communicate effectively orally and in writing; work in a safe and effective manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading teams, providing mentorship, and training in skilled trades environments.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and oversee multiple projects and employees, including coordination with contractors and apprentices.
• Expertise in essential skilled trades (such as HVACR, electrical, plumbing, welding, and automation) within hydroelectric or similarly complex facilities.
• Strong commitment to enforcing and promoting safe work practices, and experience participating in workplace safety programs.
• Proven ability to communicate instructions clearly, provide constructive feedback, and build positive working relationships.

Physical Requirements