Operating Engineer I

2 months ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States City of Minneapolis Full time

Position Description

Assist in the Maintenance and repair boilers, air conditioners, heating, electrical, and other equipment in city owned buildings.

Why join the City of Minneapolis as an Operating Maintenance Engineer? The following shift differentials for this position are:

  • New Hourly Rate of $33.11
  • Monday- Friday shift differential (between 11am and 6am) of $1.85
  • Saturday- Sunday shift differential for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift, up to $2.37
  • EPA Universal CFC Refrigeration premium of a $1 per hour. Not licensed? We will train you.
  • Gas compensation card of $1 per hour
Work Location
This position currently works on-site only.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the operation, maintain, cleaning, and repair of a variety of building systems and equipment such as Boilers, pumps, water softeners, chillers, condensing units, ventilating equipment, compressors, generators, pneumatic and digital controls.
* Monitor boiler and cooling tower water for prevention of corrosion and scaling. adjusting chemicals as necessary.
* Keep records of fuel and energy usage.
* Read meters, gauges, and record results to establish a record.
* Change simple electrical components in buildings as required.
* Read electrical and related diagrams to help locate problems.
* Lubricate gearboxes, speed reducers, belt systems, and other controls.
* Perform light janitorial duties in some assignments.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Indoor and outdoor work with exposure to chemicals, dirt, dust, heat, etc.
Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience
One year of experience including operation and maintenance of high pressure steam boilers and maintenance of air conditioning systems.

Licenses/Certifications

  • Valid Driver's License
  • State of Minnesota 2nd Class C Boilers License or Special License with ability to obtain 2nd Class C.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Background Check (Police)
The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.

Drug and Alcohol Testing
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.

Medical Exam
After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening.

Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local Union NO. 70 (CSE).

Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established.

Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Universal Refrigerant Practices License within one year of hire.
* Prefer trade school training in the HVAC field.
* Ability to troubleshoot problems with building equipment and perform maintenance and upkeep, and to deal with emergency repairs when on shift.
* Must fill out log and time sheets as directed by foreman.
* Must be able to write legibly and speak clearly.
* Must be able to use communication tools provided, phones, and computers with a limited amount of training.
* Must be able to communicate with the public, various vendors, and contractors, as well as customers of Property Services.


As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.


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