Property Services Operating Maintenance Engineer II

City of Minneapolis
$35.95 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Jul 10, 2025
Position Description This position is restricted to employees within the Finance & Property Services Department Maintain and repair boilers, air conditioners, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, heating, and electrical equipment and other equipment in City owned buildings. Shift Differentials: Monday- Friday shift differential (between 11am and 6am) of $1.93 per hour Saturday- Sunday shift differential for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift, up to $2.47 EPA Universal CFC Refrigeration premium of a $1 per hour for all hours paid. License Maintenance Electrician or Power Limited License premium of a $1 per hour for all hours paid. Gas compensation card of $1 per hour for all the hours performing work that requires that certificate Work Location: This position currently works on-site only. Job Duties and Responsibilities * Operate, maintain, clean, and repair high pressure and low pressure boilers, pumps, water softeners, ventilating equipment, heaters, and dual fuel equipment. * Install, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC systems, including roof top units, exhaust fans, chillers, air handling units, and refrigerated appliances. * Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment, air compressors, generators, and boilers. * Read meters and gauges, and record results. * Keep daily logs of work performed. * Keep records of fuel usage. * Change out simple electrical components in buildings. * Read electrical and related diagrams to help locate problems. * Lubricate gearboxes, speed reducers, belt systems and controls. * Perform light janitorial duties as needed. * Test and treat water chemistry on boilers, decorative pools, and fountains. * Monitor boiling and cooling tower water for the prevention of corrosion and scaling, adjusting chemistry feeds as needed. * Assist vendors with fire alarm inspections. * Clean and service smoke detectors. * Change out fluorescent bulbs and ballasts. * Operate and maintain emergency generators, compressors, air conditioners, and heaters. * Rebuild various types of pumps and valves. * Install and maintain natural gas and propane grills. * Oversee the work of vendors working on equipment in city owned buildings. * Calibrate and maintain pneumatic controls. * Perform maintenance work on Fire alarm panels to ensure reliability. * Use web based tools in maintenance work on buildings and equipment. 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: Three years experience operating boilers up to 300 Horse Power, which has included two years of experience over- hauling and providing maintenance for air conditioning systems. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. Licenses/Certifications: First Class C Boiler Engineer License Valid Drivers License A resume is strongly encouraged. An attachment of your updated resume to your application is not required. Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 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. 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 Stationary Engineers (CSE). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: Stationary Engineers - City of Minneapolis 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 one month 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 * Optional - certification and training as follows: Asbestos Maintenance Worker Certificate; Automated Logic Training; Delta Controls Training; or Mold Remediation Certificate * Universal refrigerant Practices License must be obtained within one year of hire. * Lochinvar Knight boiler factory training must be obtained within one year of hire. * Aerco boiler factory training must be obtained within one year of hire. * Ability to write legibly and speak clearly in communicating with the public, various vendors, contractors, and customers of Property Services. * Knowledge of and ability use computers and phones and other modern tools in performing the work. * Knowledge of dangers of mercury lighting and refrigerants and knowledge of proper and safe disposal. * Working knowledge of simple plumbing and hydraulic systems. * Working knowledge of fire extinguisher usage and types. * Working knowledge of computerized HVAC monitoring /control programs. * Ability to read blue prints and equipment schematics to assist in operation, maintenance, and repair work. 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.