Boiler Plant Operator*

The Job

The Project & Facilities Management Department is recruiting for Boiler Plant Operators who are responsible for monitoring and operating a steam boiler and chiller plant, and specialize in maintenance and repair functions, acting as a lead worker over contractors and other personnel on specific jobs. Boiler Plant Operators are responsible for the mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, auxiliary equipment and computerized systems, as well as implementing corrective actions to maintain/restore proper function of the system.

*Official Title: Building Plant Operator. For more detailed information, refer to the Building Plant Operator job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in February 2026*
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14

Benefits Overview

HEALTH BENEFITS

PAID TIME OFF

RETIREMENT PERKS

• Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
• Vision: Employee Coverage
• Premium subsidies to offset health costs
• Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses

• Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
• 11 days accruable sick leave
• 15 paid holidays
• Perfect Attendance Leave
• Flexible work schedules (in some departments)

• Generous pension
• Retirement reciprocity may be available!
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement

For more information, review the Employee Benefits Summary .

*Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, work history & education check, as well as a job-related physical exam and drug screening.

Physical: This position requires frequent walking and standing; continuous lifting of items weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 60 pounds.

Environment: Incumbents work in small or limited spaces; exposure to electricity, chemicals, and infectious areas; exposure to atmospheric pressure, fire, heat, oil and odors; and the use of specialized protective equipment or clothing.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required; a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Availability: The County has facilities which operate 24/7; work schedule will vary to ensure coverage. The incumbent may occasionally be required to work overtime.

Certification: Must obtain EPA 608 Universal Certification within 6 months of hire.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider to candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet one (1) of the following options:

Option 1 : Two (2) years of journey-level experience operating and maintaining boilers AND chillers, including related auxiliary equipment for building systems.

Option 2 : One (1) year of hands-on experience with auxiliary equipment for building systems, such as cooling towers, pumps, boilers, d eaerator tanks, exhaust fans, and air handlers.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the LA City Steam License, or equivalent Steam Engineer license, or have experience working with a variety of building management/automated systems (BMS/BAS). Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess experience overhauling and cleaning boilers, monitoring chillers, pipe fitting, and repairing pneumatic and electrical/electronic control devices.

Selection Process

Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, September 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm.

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be sure to include in your application and Supplemental Questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements, as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications ; resumes will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk, and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF) .

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .

Craft, Labor & Trades Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: 9/5/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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