Stationary Engineer, Class 4 - Hoover High School

Stationary Engineer, Class 4•Hoover High School Des Moines Public School District

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Job ID:

5746778

Application Deadline:

Jun 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

TITLE:

Stationary Engineer, Class 4

POSTION TYPE:

OPERATIONS LOCATION

Hoover High School

HOURS:

5:30am•2:00pm

SALARY:

$23.04/hr

BASIC FUNCTION

Operate, maintain and care for boilers and/or geothermal systems, and related mechanical heating, ventilation and water treatment equipment within a facility or facilities within a complex as defined by the District. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the operations department

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Operate high pressure and low-pressure boilers, geothermal systems, and maintain related mechanical equipment. 2. Communicate with operations staff to ensure the facility is properly heated and ventilated. 3. Assist the custodial specialist in maintaining the facility. 4. Assist custodial specialist or building chief in performing preventative maintenance tasks, as needed. 5. Provide effective operating economy. 6. Observe all safety rules and regulations regarding boiler operations. 7. Carry out all policies and procedures as set forth for building personnel in operations. 8. Provide training to Stationary Engineer assistant. 9. Assist with snow removal or other exterior duties as assigned.

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience:

1. One year of successful custodial experience. 2. Certified Pool Operators license in buildings with a swimming pool or ability to obtain the license within 120 days of job assignment.

Desired:

1. Practical working knowledge of boiler room/geothermal system operations and related equipment 2. Leadership and organizational abilities

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. Effective verbal and written communication skills. 2. Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office tools. 3. Working knowledge of good housekeeping practices and procedures and ability to operate cleaning equipment. 4. Knowledge of boiler room/geothermal system operations and related equipment. 5. Leadership skills. 6. Ability to complete mandatory training sessions. 7. Ability to stay organized. 8. Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor. 9. Ability to use good judgment and promote a spirit of cooperation with others. 10. Competency working in a culturally diverseenvironment

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(for every DMPS position): Attend work on a prompt and regular basis. Maintain confidentiality. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees. Assist with other duties as may be assigned

BARGAINING GROUP

AFSCME

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

FT/PT:

Full Time

DAYS:

260

Days HOURS:

8 Hour Shift

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant standing, walking, frequent bending/stooping/ reaching/ pushing/pulling. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and carrying 30 ft. Occasional use of telephone and computer, driving & climbing.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequently working inside and outside and exposure to extremes of temperature/humidity All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Approved By:

BC

Date:

5/2026 Employee Benefits Information All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check. Standard Interview selection process will apply for this posting. Not all qualified candidates are guaranteed an interview. Applicants are subject to the following criteria: Full-time employee has been working for 12 months prior to the job posting date. Must have ten (10) days or fewer of family/personal sick leave. Sick leave will be calculated based on the 12 previous months from the posting date for all employees. Authorized Unpaid Leave of Absences will not be taken off the record All authorized FMLA leave (paid or unpaid) will be taken off the record All authorized Worker's Comp (paid or unpaid) will be taken off the record Must not have any "no call/no show" incidents during the past 12 months from the posting date. Must not have any unauthorized time during the past 12 months from the posting date. Must be in an active paid status from the beginning of the posting. Exceptions will be considered by the Director of Personnel.

Evaluation:

composite score of "meets" or better on the most recent evaluation. All staff must have one evaluation on file. If no evaluation is on file by the end of the previous academic year, it will be considered a meets evaluation.

Discipline:

no formal discipline during the past 12 months from the posting date for all employees.

Seniority:

if two or more employees have relatively equal qualifications, the employee with greater seniority within the department or classification (depending on the position) will be given first consideration. Exceptions regarding department or classification seniority will be considered by the Director of Personnel.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$23.04 Per Hour Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required