What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHIEF OF PLANT OPERATION I position at California Department of State Hospitals?
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-508805
Position #(s):
487-560-6752-XXX
Working Title:
Chief of Plant Operations I - Plant Operations - Metropolitan State Hospital - 25-0024
Classification:
CHIEF OF PLANT OPERATION I
$7,464.00 - $9,281.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
DSH - Metropolitan
Job Description And Duties
**This advertisement is posted as “Until Filled” with application review dates on the 1 st and 15 th of each month.**
Metropolitan State Hospital is located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County.
The Department of State Hospitals – Metropolitan, Plant Operations Department, is accepting applications for the Chief of Plant Operations, Permanent/ Full Time position.
Under the direction of the Chief of Plant Operations III, the Chief of Plant Operations I (CPOI) is responsible for a variety of activities in conjunction with the Capital Outlay Program (COBCP) and Special Repairs (SR).
Responsible for the maintenance and plant operations at a State Hospital. Plan and supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of the plumbing, heating, lighting, intercommunicating, water treatment, sewage disposal, air conditioning, ventilating and refrigerating systems and auxiliary equipment, including high-pressure steam boiler units, gas and oil furnaces, transformers, chlorinators, pumps, compressors, condensers, steam lines, water lines, gas lines, steam traps, meters, recorders, and electronic and fire alarm systems.
The candidate should have the ability to act independently, remain flexible, and reason logically, creatively and utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve the more complex problems; work effectively in an often stressful and high-paced environment, while managing a heavy workload. The candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills; good research skills; effective time management and organizational skills, communicate effectively and demonstrate good judgment when interacting with the public and administrative personnel; have the ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines; and maintain strict confidentiality.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Supervisory and leadership experience; ability to interpret laws (California Building Codes, Public Contract Code, California Code of Regulations, Title 22, DIR Labor Code, etc.); knowledge of Department of State Hospitals & hospital wide policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Either:
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please carefully read and follow the instructions for each process.
Click here to take the exam: Chief of Plant Operation I Exam Bulletin
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Department Information
Opened in 1916, DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital is in the vibrant community of Norwalk, 15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna. To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey.
DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital has an open campus within a security perimeter. The hospital operates approximately 826 beds. The commitment categories of patients treated at DSH-Metropolitan: Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act, Incompetent to Stand Trial (PC 1370), Offenders with Mental Health Disorders (Penal Code Section 2964/2972/2974), Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (PC 1026).
Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Job Code #:
JC-508805
Position #(s):
487-560-6752-XXX
Working Title:
Chief of Plant Operations I - Plant Operations - Metropolitan State Hospital - 25-0024
Classification:
CHIEF OF PLANT OPERATION I
$7,464.00 - $9,281.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
DSH - Metropolitan
Job Description And Duties
**This advertisement is posted as “Until Filled” with application review dates on the 1 st and 15 th of each month.**
Metropolitan State Hospital is located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County.
The Department of State Hospitals – Metropolitan, Plant Operations Department, is accepting applications for the Chief of Plant Operations, Permanent/ Full Time position.
Under the direction of the Chief of Plant Operations III, the Chief of Plant Operations I (CPOI) is responsible for a variety of activities in conjunction with the Capital Outlay Program (COBCP) and Special Repairs (SR).
Responsible for the maintenance and plant operations at a State Hospital. Plan and supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of the plumbing, heating, lighting, intercommunicating, water treatment, sewage disposal, air conditioning, ventilating and refrigerating systems and auxiliary equipment, including high-pressure steam boiler units, gas and oil furnaces, transformers, chlorinators, pumps, compressors, condensers, steam lines, water lines, gas lines, steam traps, meters, recorders, and electronic and fire alarm systems.
The candidate should have the ability to act independently, remain flexible, and reason logically, creatively and utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve the more complex problems; work effectively in an often stressful and high-paced environment, while managing a heavy workload. The candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills; good research skills; effective time management and organizational skills, communicate effectively and demonstrate good judgment when interacting with the public and administrative personnel; have the ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines; and maintain strict confidentiality.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Supervisory and leadership experience; ability to interpret laws (California Building Codes, Public Contract Code, California Code of Regulations, Title 22, DIR Labor Code, etc.); knowledge of Department of State Hospitals & hospital wide policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Either:
- One year of experience performing the duties of a Chief Engineer I or Supervisor of Building Trades in the California state service; or
- Two years performing the duties of a trades supervisor in the California state service; or
- Two years of experience in charge of plant maintenance in a plant or facility with a population of at least 750 residents and employees and employing a maintenance crew of at least 25 persons, including both stationary engineers and building tradespeople; or
- Three years of experience in the supervision of a maintenance crew including several crafts in a plant or facility of at least 750 residents and employees.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please carefully read and follow the instructions for each process.
Click here to take the exam: Chief of Plant Operation I Exam Bulletin
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Department Information
Opened in 1916, DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital is in the vibrant community of Norwalk, 15 miles east of Los Angeles. To the south are entertainment venues like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, the marinas and beaches of Huntington, Newport and Laguna. To the west are Palos Verdes and Marina Del Rey.
DSH-Metropolitan State Hospital has an open campus within a security perimeter. The hospital operates approximately 826 beds. The commitment categories of patients treated at DSH-Metropolitan: Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act, Incompetent to Stand Trial (PC 1370), Offenders with Mental Health Disorders (Penal Code Section 2964/2972/2974), Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (PC 1026).
Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Salary : $7,464 - $9,281