Plant Utilities Engineer 2

Distinguishing Characteristics

• Plant Utilities Engineer 1
  • Reports to a higher-level Plant Utilities Engineer or trades supervisor
  • Responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC, mechanical, and boiler systems
  • May supervise Plant Utilities Assistants, Facility Operations Assistants, trades staff, and contractors
  • May assume responsibility for plant operations during off-hours or emergencies
• Plant Utilities Engineer 2
  • Supervises Plant Utilities Engineers 1 and other lower-level staff
  • May function as a shift supervisor in large facilities
  • May supervise trades and contractors for specific projects or emergency work
  • May assume off-hours operational responsibility
• Plant Utilities Engineer 3
  • Plans, directs, and coordinates plant operations in moderately sized facilities or major areas in large facilities
  • Supervises Plant Utilities Engineers 2 and other lower-level staff
  • May supervise ancillary services (cleaning, transportation, security) in small facilities
  • May serve as assistant to a Plant Utilities Engineer 4 or Plant Superintendent C
• Plant Utilities Engineer 4
  • Oversees utility operations in the largest and most complex facilities
  • May include responsibility for high voltage electrical systems
  • May serve as assistant to a Plant Superintendent A or B

Related Classes

• Plant Utilities Assistants: Semiskilled support under direction of Plant Utilities Engineers
• Plant Superintendents: Administrative managers of physical plant and maintenance operations
• Maintenance Supervisors: Oversee skilled, semiskilled, and unskilled maintenance and repair teams

Illustrative Tasks

• Plant Utilities Engineer 1
  • Operate and maintain steam/hot water boilers, HVAC systems, chillers, and related equipment
  • Conduct systems testing, add chemicals, and maintain equipment cleanliness
  • Maintain computerized energy management systems and troubleshoot malfunctions
  • Respond to HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical emergencies
  • Perform chiller, pump, compressor, and motor repairs and maintenance
  • Identify and support energy conservation initiatives
  • May handle hazardous materials and respond to environmental incidents
  • May operate electrical distribution systems and emergency power systems
  • Supervise Plant Utilities Assistants, Facility Operations Assistants, and contractors
• Plant Utilities Engineer 2
  • Supervise Plant Utilities Engineers 1 and lower-level staff
  • Schedule and direct daily operations and repair activities
  • Train staff and improve operational efficiency
  • Inspect plant operations and ensure safety and compliance
  • Order materials, tools, and equipment
  • Manage hazardous materials and incident response
  • Identify and recommend budget and staffing needs
  • Enforce and implement energy efficiency measures
• Plant Utilities Engineer 3
  • Supervise Plant Utilities Engineers 2, other staff, and contractors
  • Coordinate safety, energy conservation, and systems maintenance
  • Review contractor documents and oversee project execution
  • Develop training, operations procedures, and technical documentation
  • Monitor quality control and keep operations records
  • Direct hazardous materials response
  • Recommend operating budgets and staffing
  • May oversee all plant operations in small facilities
• Plant Utilities Engineer 4
  • Perform all duties of a Plant Utilities Engineer 3
  • Supervise Plant Utilities Engineers 3 and larger teams in the most complex facilities
  • Manage large-scale or critical utility systems
  • May assist a Plant Superintendent A or B

Qualifications

• Plant Utilities Engineer 1 Open Competitive: four years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, HVAC, or auxiliary plant utilities equipment in commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities.
• Plant Utilities Engineer 2 Promotion: One year of permanent service as a Plant Utilities Engineer 1.
• Plant Utilities Engineer 3 Promotion: One year of permanent service as a Plant Utilities Engineer 2.
• Plant Utilities Engineer 4 Promotion: One year of permanent service as a Plant Utilities Engineer 3.