Chief Engineer II Department of State Hospitals

JC-524778

• Chief Engineer II CHIEF

ENGINEER II

$6,986.00

• $8,925.

00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

9/15/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Chief Engineer II will be directed by the Chief of Plant Operations I at the Department of State Hospitals

• Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:
• Assures timely completion of annual performance evaluations and probationary reports.
• Monitors necessary Core Training, attendance, and approves callbacks, as outlined in the Plant Operations Emergency Callback Procedure.
• Develops, implements, and monitors an effective supervisory system which ensures that hospital objectives are accomplished, including controlling the work location relative to inappropriate staff patient interactions.
• Establishes priorities involving work orders and develops preventive maintenance procedures.
• Monitors timely completion of assignments.
• Reviews monthly reports and assures monthly status report completion.
• Maintains the work order Maintenance Connection computer system and enters work performed by Stationary Engineers and Maintenance Mechanics as assigned.
• Prepares, evaluates and signs all Form 5's, Service Orders, and contracts associated with the Boiler Plant, Welding Shop, Chiller Plant, Sewage Plant, HVAC and Refrigeration.
• Sees that Stationary Engineers and Maintenance Mechanics follow good safety practices in their work areas.
• Maintains and follows proper tool control procedures and trains employees in same procedures.

Eligibility:

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, have reinstatement eligibility, or be eligible by TAU or T&D appointment.

• It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.
• All methods of appointment will be considered, including TAU and T&D appointments.

If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Click here to take the Chief Engineer II Examination Click on the link to complete the

Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey:

DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position may require you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

CHIEF ENGINEER II

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-524778

Position #(s): 455-556-6695-001

Working Title:

Chief Engineer II

Classification:

CHIEF ENGINEER II

$6,986.00

• $8,925.

00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Luis Obispo County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

DSH

• Atascadero Department Information The Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals
• Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks.

We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website:

https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

9/15/2026