Demo

Stationary Engineer (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic)

Contra Costa County
Martinez, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025 CLOSED ON 1/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stationary Engineer (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic) position at Contra Costa County?

Apply directly online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/jobs/5125252/stationary-engineer?keywords=stationary&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobsFinal filing period deadline: 12/12/2025 at 11:59PMStationary Engineers operate, maintain, and repair HVAC systems in a variety of buildings throughout the County. Responsibilities include resolving customer complaints related to airflow, heating, cooling, and ventilation; responding to HVAC related alarms and elevator malfunctions; calibrating and maintaining pneumatic, electric, and computerized (DDC system) controls; inspecting chillers and ensuring containment and proper handling of refrigerants, which may contain chlorofluorocarbons and other hazardous materials; and other related work as required.Employees may work in detention facilities and in close proximity to inmates and patients. CCRMC assignments require shift work, including weekends and overnights. Minimum QualificationsLicense Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state motor vehicle operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.Certificates: Must be Type 1 or Type 2 certified for Handling Chlorofluorocarbons at the time of application, and obtain a Federal Universal Certification for Handling Chlorofluorocarbons within nine (9) months from the date of hire.Education: 1) Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificates and (2) satisfactory completion of at least one college-level course in BOTH basic refrigeration and electricity OR completion of a HVAC trade school program.Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or its equivalent experience as a stationary engineer or operating engineer maintaining and repairing HVAC equipment.Substitution for College Courses: An additional three (3) years of full time (or its equivalent) experience as a Stationary Engineer or Operating Engineer, maintaining and repairing HVAC equipment; one (1) year of which must have been at the journey levelSubstitution for Experience: Completion of a HVAC apprenticeship certification programOther Requirement: Applicants must be able to obtain the Detention Facility Clearance to work in the detention facilitiesCompany DescriptionThe Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management. CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost effective, safe reliable and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.

Salary : $93,650 - $113,840

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Stationary Engineer (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Stationary Engineer (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$54,606 - $74,206
Income Estimation: 
$60,146 - $83,764
Income Estimation: 
$54,606 - $74,206
Income Estimation: 
$60,146 - $83,764
Income Estimation: 
$45,318 - $58,926
Income Estimation: 
$54,606 - $74,206
This job has expired.
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Contra Costa County

  • Contra Costa County Martinez, CA
  • The Position Bargaining Unit: Local 21 – Supervisory Why Join Contra Costa County? The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excell... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Contra Costa County Costa, CA
  • The Position The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 2024 5% on July 1, 2025 Bargaining Unit: Local 8... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • Contra Costa County Costa, CA
  • The Position Open Until Positions Are Filled*** This recruitment may close at any time, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. The Contr... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • Contra Costa County Martinez, CA
  • The Position Contra Costa County is one of the region’s largest and most dynamic public employers, offering a wide range of meaningful career opportunities... more
  • 3 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Stationary Engineer (Building Engineer/HVAC Mechanic) jobs in the Martinez, CA area that may be a better fit.

  • California Department of State Hospitals Napa, CA
  • Position Details Job Code #: JC-502684 Position #(s): 480-558-6712-014 480-558-6712-009 480-558-6712-006 Working Title: Stationary Engineer (Plant Operatio... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • Department of State Hospitals Napa, CA
  • The Department of State Hospitals-Napa has a vacancy for a Stationary Engineer. Under general direction, the Stationary Engineer performs a variety of skil... more
  • 25 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!