Chief of Plant Operations III

Are you a proven leader in engineering and facilities management looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment where safety, reliability, and performance are essential? Are you motivated to lead teams, drive operational excellence, and make a meaningful impact across a diverse real estate portfolio? If so, come join us!

State Compensation Insurance Fund, Facilities Management unit is seeking a strategic and collaborative Chief of Plant Operator to oversee engineering operations across a diverse real estate portfolio.

This leadership role plays a critical part in ensuring our facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable standards. The selected candidate will lead engineering teams, partner with internal stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement across the organization. The Chief of Plant Operations will be responsible for building a strong, accountable team culture focused on safety, collaboration, and high performance.

The Chief of Plant Operations will oversee all aspects of plant and engineering operations, including:

• Leadership and oversight of Stationary Engineers and Chief Engineers
• Day-to-day plant operations across multiple facilities
• Preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• Electrical and mechanical system reliability
• Compliance with Cal-OSHA, NFPA, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Water management programs
• Vendor management and contract oversight
• Budget monitoring, operational planning, and cost control initiatives
• Use and optimization of CMMS systems (familiarity with Planon preferred)
• Coordination with internal teams
• Emergency response planning and operational readiness
• SOP, MOP, and process improvement development
• Building and maintaining a high-performing, safety-focused team culture

Desirable Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Leadership experience managing engineering of facilities operations teams
• Experience overseeing operations across multiple facilities
• Working knowledge of central plant systems, HVAC operations, and mechanical infrastructure
• Data center experience
• Knowledge of CMMS systems and maintenance planning practices
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience leading teams through operational change and drive results

This position may be filled in any of the following locations: Vacaville, Sacramento, or Pasadena

Travel throughout State Fund Locations may be required.

Selected candidates may be required to complete certifications such as BOMI or IFMA.

Working at State Fund offers EXCELLENT benefits including:

• Alternate Work Schedule options
• On-the-job training
• Various health, dental and vision plans to choose from
• Retirement plans (CalPERS, 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Days
• Personal Holidays
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Leadership Training
• Mentoring Program
• Transit Pass Program
• AND MORE

Do you need help with the state application process? Please view this short tutorial video:

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SALARY: $8,231.00 - $10,232.00 - New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

LOCATION: Pasadena, California

CLASSIFICATION: CHIEF OF PLANT OPERATION III

FINAL FILING DATE: 06/14/2026