Plant Maintenance Engineer

Working Title: Plant Maintenance Engineer

Job Class: Plant Maintenance Engineer

Agency: Minnesota State

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 03/20/2024

• Closing Date: 03/27/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Rochester TC-AFSCME

• Division/Unit: MnSCU Rochester CC / MnSCU Rochester CC AFSCME/B

• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Part-time

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift - 10am-6:30pm

• Days of Work: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday

• Travel Required: No

• Salary Range: $31.65 - $36.75 / hourly

• Classified Status: Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

• Work Area: Campus-Wide

• Location: Rochester Community Technical College

• FLSA Status: Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible: No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Plant Maintenance Engineer (PME) position exists to provide mechanical work associated with the maintenance, repair, and operation of all the various heating, ventilating, and air condition (HVAC) equipment and other building systems located throughout the Rochester Community and Technical College campus. This position is responsible for maintaining the environmental climate of all campus buildings and spaces in relationship to temperature, ventilation, and humidity in order to provide a healthy and comfortable environment in which the entire campus community can function safely and efficiently. The PME provides first response to most building problems and is responsible for the determination and coordination of work, repair, and operation of all HVAC and building systems. The position works in accordance with all codes and standards adopted by the State of Minnesota pertaining to indoor Air Quality (IAQ), Minnesota State Biler and Pressure Vessel codes, and the State of Minnesota Engineering condes and regulations. This position is listed in the Physical Plant Emergency call list, and will, on occasion, be expected to respond to related emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled maintenance and repair work on heating and power equipment, boilers, engines, turbines, stokers, conveyors, generators, pumps, compressors, heaters and motors.

• Checks oil lines, pumps, bearings, meters, valves, regulators and controls.

• packs valves and replaces liners, rods and bearings.

• Performs steamfitting work in repairing and replacing steam pipes and radiators.

• Maintains, repairs and adjusts elevators, ventilating and refrigeration equipment, electrical appliances, sterilizers, mangles, presses, dryers, steamers and similar equipment.

• Does electric and acetylene welding.

• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minnesota C Chief Class Boiler License

• Class D Driver's License.

• Must pass driving checks.

• Ability to work in a variety of adverse weather conditions.

• Able to assist with snow removal as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable city ordinances and State of Minnesota ordnances regarding PME related areas.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Two years working with pneumatic controls and /or building automation systems.

• Computer knowledge and experience sufficient to utilize work order system, email system, and general computer software programs.

• Two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of high-pressure boilers, heating, and ventilation systems, air conditioning systems, and all related mechanical equipment.

• Refrigeration License or willing to work toward Refrigeration license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move around campus grounds, reach upward, move up and down ladders and stairs, move heavy objects.

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Amanda Melin at amanda.melin@rctc.edu.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amanda Melin at amanda.melin@rctc.edu.

About Minnesota State

Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) is a comprehensive two-year college in the Minnesota State system. RCTC offers over 70 programs in 10 pathways with both liberal arts and career/technical education academic options.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan

• Training and professional development

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• 11 paid holidays each year

• Paid parental leave

• Low-cost medical and dental coverage

• Prescription drug coverage

• Vision coverage

• Wellness programs and resources

• Employer paid life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Health care spending and savings accounts

• Dependent care spending account

• Tax-deferred compensation

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.