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Steam Operator Engineer Lead

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
$59.58/Hr. - $59.58/Hr.
United States, California, Los Angeles
Nov 15, 2026
Department Summary Facilities Management: Supporting the University's mission by creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. We aim to maintain and improve campus buildings, grounds, and infrastructure through responsive, efficient, and customer focused service. Position Summary Under the supervision of a Senior Superintendent, lead a small crew of Stationary Operating Engineers and Facility Workers who inspect, maintain, repair, modify and/or alter the high pressure steam generating, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems on the campus. In addition to performing the full range of duties o fa Stationary Operating Engineer, assign work orders to subordinates; provide workers with job instructions; monitor job performance and report to the Senior Superintendent on an ongoing basis. Review the accuracy of hours charged against job; order materials and supplies; respond to emergency calls by assigning appropriate personnel; train subordinates; and perform miscellaneous job-related duties as requested by the Supervisor. Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications* Knowledge of functions, operation and servicing procedures for various HVAC systems, steam distribution, water treatment absorption/centrifugal refrigeration, water conditioning, pumps, piping, steam turbines, emergency generators, motor air compressors and auxiliary knowledge of related equipment (Required) Have knowledge of computerized state-of-the-art technology, e.g., temperature controls, HVAC fan, filtration systems, dampers, and chillers. (Required) Skill in analyzing information concerning the efficient/economical operation of heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment in order to complete reports and/or make recommendations. (Required) Ability to schedule, layout, coordinate and monitor work projects (Required) Ability to orally communicate instructions in a clear, concise and grammatically correct manner. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators and customers (Required) Ability to direct and inspect the work of subordinates, including: organizing work flow to accomplish established objectives and Ability for training, and evaluating subordinate effectiveness against job requirements (Required) Ability to resolve any inaccuracies in workmanship and/or correct customer concerns (Required) Oral communication skills to obtain and convey clear, concise and grammatically correct information. (Required) Working knowledge of UBC, OSHA and ADA requirements as it relates to the trade (Required) Working knowledge of personal computer and software sufficient to review computerized building and maintenance management systems (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required) Have a EPA 608 Universal Technician Certification (Required) Have a Los Angeles Unlimited Stationary Engineer License (Required) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired. Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination. Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record. Color Vision Testing Schedule 6:00AM - 2:30PM, Monday through Friday Union/Policy Covered K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Steam%20Operator%20Engineer%20Lead%20(MI-DPT343500-JC008235-PD217006)