DESCRIPTIONApplications are available online beginning Friday, May 24, 2024, through 4:30 pm, Friday, June 28, 2024 (EXTENDED). EXAMPLES OF DUTIESUnder direction, performs difficult engineering work involved in the analysis, design, construction, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of natural gas pipeline systems, natural gas safety compliance regulations, power plant mechanical systems and equipment, air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, ventilating, pumping, utility piping, plumbing and other mechanically functioning equipment and systems; prepares mechanical engineering studies and calculations; reviews plans and specifications and inspects or supervises the inspection of construction, installation and maintenance projects for conformance with plans, specifications, regulations and construction standards; confers with architects, contractors, operating personnel and others concerning plans and specifications and operating and maintenance standards; conducts engineering studies; develops and prepares design plans, specifications, estimates and reports in connection with various engineering projects, including long-range programs for the replacement and rehabilitation of natural gas pipeline, mechanical and other systems and equipment; supervises subordinate level personnel engaged in design and detailing work; and performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILETwo years of paid full-time equivalent experience involving primary responsibility with mechanical, gas, or pipeline engineering projects.
AND A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college in Mechanical Engineering*
OR Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification from National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)*
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing;
- Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with assigned staff, the public, client departments and consultants.
A valid motor vehicle operator license and a current DMV driving record will be required by the
hiring department at the time of selection.
SELECTION PROCEDUREApplication and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be place on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period.
Applications received by Friday, June 7, 2024 will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list for this recruitment. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
If you have not received notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting
https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. K33NN-24 MEA:LS CSC 5/22/2024
Employee BenefitsThe City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
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Medical and Dental Insurance•
Life Insurance•
Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)•
Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave•
Deferred Compensation•
Credit Union Membership•
Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)•
Flexible Spending Accounts•
Free Employee Parking•
Paid Parental Leave* *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
Closing Date/Time: 6/28/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
