Stationary Engineer jobs in Boca Raton, FL

Stationary Diesel Engine Operator / Mechanic

South Florida Water Management District

West Palm Beach, FL

The Stationary Diesel Engine Operator/Mechanic Operates, maintains, and overhauls stationary diesel engines, large pumps and ancillary machinery and equipment at a pumping station. Perform preventative maintenance of diesel engines, main pumps, generators, compressors, raw water intakes, and trash rakes. Detect, diagnose, repair and report machinery and equipment malfunctions. Utilize basic mathematical skills and read drawings to understand piping system and machinery layout. Maintain a history of machinery equipment and water conditions. Other duties as assigned.

This position is subject to random mandatory drug and alcohol testing.

Work Hours:  Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Education/Experience Guide:

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years' experience in the operation and maintenance of diesel engines. 
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Licenses:

• Valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required without restriction to operate vehicle equipped with a manual transmission and air brakes, or the ability to obtain a CDL Learner’s Permit within 2 months and/or CDL License within 6 months from date of hire or placement in the job. (Required) District willing to pay the cost of CDL training program.
• The ability to obtain and maintain Forklift Operations Certification and First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.

Work activities typically involve the following:
Regularly sets up, adjusts, controls, tests, and operates equipment to complete assignments. The work environment may be hot and humid with no facilities. Moves or otherwise transports equipment weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Basic water skills and ability to swim. Drive/operate equipment. Exposure to gases and/or fumes (paint, welding, oil, grease, adhesive, chemical, herbicide, motor solvent, monoxide, dust). Repetitive bending, Segmental vibration, Walking, rough terrain, Confined areas, Noise exposure.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25162&siteid=5198#jobDetails=1469707_5198

Veterans’ Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting

About the Company:
South Florida Water Management District