What are the responsibilities and job description for the OPERATING ENGINEER MASTER position at Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development?
Supplemental Information
LSU Health New Orleans Division of Facility Services is seeking highly skilled applicants for the position of Operating Engineer Master. There are multiple vacancies.
For those positions in which incumbents will be working with and handling refrigerants, possession of an appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians will be required (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).
The starting rate is $21.05 per hour, rate may be adjusted dependent upon applicants’ qualifications. There is also an additional $1 Longevity Pay, $2 Shift Differential Pay and $3 Weekend Pay for hours worked only.
Duties And Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To
Must be available for scheduled shift work after regular working hours and during holidays.
You must include all relevant work experience and education on your application. The duties you describe will be reviewed as part of the process in determining if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job and determining the offering rate.
For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact
Timethia Brown HR Specialist
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
568-4835
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer ( SAME ) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu ).
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of experience or training in the operation or maintenance of large stationary engines or mechanical equipment.
Necessary Special Requirement
For those positions in which incumbents will be working with and handling refrigerants, possession of an appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians will be required (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).
Job Concepts
Function Of Work
To serve as the sole operator on an assigned shift, to serve as lead-worker over Operating Engineers, to provide direct-line supervision to one Operating Engineer position, or to serve in a large institution with at least 100 buildings or more that has a computer operated centralized energy management system that includes: chillers that handle 11,000 tons or more of chilled water with a total of 4,500 horsepower or more and boilers having 50 tons or more steam capacity and a total of 5,000 horsepower or more.
Level Of Work
Advanced SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
General from a higher-level Operating Engineer or agency official.
Supervision Exercised
May serve as a lead-worker over subordinate Operating Engineers or provide direct-line supervision over one Operating Engineer.
LOCATION OF WORK:
All state agencies.
Job Distinctions
Differs from the Operating Engineer 2 by the presence of responsibility for serving as the sole operator on an assigned shift, for serving as lead-worker over Operating Engineers, providing direct-line supervision to one Operating Engineer position, or serving in a large institution with at least 100 buildings or more that has a computer operated centralized energy management system that includes: chillers that handle 11,000 tons or more of chilled water with a total of 4,500 horsepower or more and boilers having 50 tons or more steam capacity and a total of 5,000 horsepower or more.
Differs from the Operating Engineer-Cogeneration by the absence of responsibility for regulating, monitoring, servicing, and maintenance of a combined heat and power generation facility.
Core Competencies
CORE COMPETENCIES HAVE NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED BY STATE CIVIL SERVICE FOR THIS JOB TITLE. MORE INFORMATION ON THE SCS COMPETENCY MODEL CAN BE FOUND HERE .
Examples of Work
Examples Of Work
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Serves as sole operator on an assigned shift.
Serves as lead-worker over subordinate Operating Engineers.
Serves as Operating Engineer in a large institution having at least 100 buildings or more that has a computer operated, centralized energy management system that includes: chillers that handle 11,000 tons or more of chilled water with a total of 4,500 horsepower or more and boilers having 50 tons or more steam capacity and a total of 5,000 horsepower or more.
Operates, monitors, and controls system wide output utilizing a computerized energy management system.
Keeps operating log sheets.
Operates auxiliaries that include firing up steam generators and starting and stopping chillers, pumps, and cooling towers.
Read gauges to check water levels, steam pressure, and operation of valves and auxiliary pumps.
Performs preventive maintenance work on boilers and related equipment such as: ventilation and refrigeration equipment, air conditioning machinery, generators, suction fans, pumps, and compressors.
Performs related duties as required.
LSU Health New Orleans Division of Facility Services is seeking highly skilled applicants for the position of Operating Engineer Master. There are multiple vacancies.
For those positions in which incumbents will be working with and handling refrigerants, possession of an appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians will be required (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).
The starting rate is $21.05 per hour, rate may be adjusted dependent upon applicants’ qualifications. There is also an additional $1 Longevity Pay, $2 Shift Differential Pay and $3 Weekend Pay for hours worked only.
Duties And Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To
- operates, monitors and controls system wide output
- serves as sole operator on an assigned shift
- operates auxiliaries including firing up steam boilers, starting and stopping chillers, pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers, refrigeration and HVAC equipment.
- performs chemical & softener tests
- reads gauges to check water levels, steam pressure, and operation of valves and auxiliary pumps
- maintains, inspects, and repairs mechanical equipment and components including compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service valves, thermostats, coils, and drive assemblies
- possesses the ability to properly and safely operate the following equipment: manlift, drill press, and other equipment used in daily task
Must be available for scheduled shift work after regular working hours and during holidays.
You must include all relevant work experience and education on your application. The duties you describe will be reviewed as part of the process in determining if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job and determining the offering rate.
- This is a Civil Service Position. This position does not require applicants to take a Civil Service test.
- Pre-employment Drug testing, Physical and Criminal Background check are required.
- This position will require selected applicant to be in a probationary status for at least 6 months.
For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact
Timethia Brown HR Specialist
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
568-4835
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer ( SAME ) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu ).
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of experience or training in the operation or maintenance of large stationary engines or mechanical equipment.
Necessary Special Requirement
For those positions in which incumbents will be working with and handling refrigerants, possession of an appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians will be required (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).
Job Concepts
Function Of Work
To serve as the sole operator on an assigned shift, to serve as lead-worker over Operating Engineers, to provide direct-line supervision to one Operating Engineer position, or to serve in a large institution with at least 100 buildings or more that has a computer operated centralized energy management system that includes: chillers that handle 11,000 tons or more of chilled water with a total of 4,500 horsepower or more and boilers having 50 tons or more steam capacity and a total of 5,000 horsepower or more.
Level Of Work
Advanced SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
General from a higher-level Operating Engineer or agency official.
Supervision Exercised
May serve as a lead-worker over subordinate Operating Engineers or provide direct-line supervision over one Operating Engineer.
LOCATION OF WORK:
All state agencies.
Job Distinctions
Differs from the Operating Engineer 2 by the presence of responsibility for serving as the sole operator on an assigned shift, for serving as lead-worker over Operating Engineers, providing direct-line supervision to one Operating Engineer position, or serving in a large institution with at least 100 buildings or more that has a computer operated centralized energy management system that includes: chillers that handle 11,000 tons or more of chilled water with a total of 4,500 horsepower or more and boilers having 50 tons or more steam capacity and a total of 5,000 horsepower or more.
Differs from the Operating Engineer-Cogeneration by the absence of responsibility for regulating, monitoring, servicing, and maintenance of a combined heat and power generation facility.
Core Competencies
CORE COMPETENCIES HAVE NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED BY STATE CIVIL SERVICE FOR THIS JOB TITLE. MORE INFORMATION ON THE SCS COMPETENCY MODEL CAN BE FOUND HERE .
Examples of Work
Examples Of Work
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Serves as sole operator on an assigned shift.
Serves as lead-worker over subordinate Operating Engineers.
Serves as Operating Engineer in a large institution having at least 100 buildings or more that has a computer operated, centralized energy management system that includes: chillers that handle 11,000 tons or more of chilled water with a total of 4,500 horsepower or more and boilers having 50 tons or more steam capacity and a total of 5,000 horsepower or more.
Operates, monitors, and controls system wide output utilizing a computerized energy management system.
Keeps operating log sheets.
Operates auxiliaries that include firing up steam generators and starting and stopping chillers, pumps, and cooling towers.
Read gauges to check water levels, steam pressure, and operation of valves and auxiliary pumps.
Performs preventive maintenance work on boilers and related equipment such as: ventilation and refrigeration equipment, air conditioning machinery, generators, suction fans, pumps, and compressors.
Performs related duties as required.
Salary : $3 - $21
