Plant Operator I at The J. Paul Getty Trust – Los Angeles, California

Plant Operator I

US-CA-Los Angeles

Job ID: 2025-4647
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Facilities Maintenance
Getty

Overview

Note: We are hiring one position, which may be filled at either the Plant Operator I or Plant Operator II level. Please indicate the level you wish to be considered for when applying.

The Plant Operator (I or II) provides skilled plant engineering services by applying technical expertise to a variety of equipment, systems, and controls within the central plant. Work is performed under the direction of the watch Plant Operator and/or engineering management. The level (I or II) will be determined based on experience, licensure, and ability to lead shift operations.

• Plant Operator I - Step 1: $48.33/hour
• Plant Operator II - Step 1: $53.52/hour

Responsibilities

Both levels perform the following duties, with Plant Operator II handling more advanced or lead responsibilities:

• Operate steam boilers and plant equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitor, record, and maintain proper water treatment in central plant systems
• Inspect, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and systems, both manually and through the Building Management System (BMS)
• Perform regular rounds and take gas and water meter readings
• Inspect kitchen refrigeration equipment during off hours
• Monitor all BMS system alarms and initiate appropriate notifications
• Maintain required logs and records (e.g., central plant log, lockout/tagout documentation, completed work records)

Additional responsibilities by level:

• Plant Operator I: May perform inspections, basic repairs, and administrative recordkeeping under direction.
• Plant Operator II: Expected to perform more advanced troubleshooting and repairs and may serve as the watch lead for the shift.

Qualifications

Plant Operator I

• High School diploma or GED
• 2–3 years of experience operating low and/or high-pressure steam boilers; basic experience with central plant centrifugal chillers
• City of Los Angeles Steam License
• Ability to obtain an Unlimited Steam License (City of Los Angeles) within 24 months
• Ability to obtain EPA 608 refrigeration license within 24 months
• 2 years of experience with BMS, HVAC automation controls, energy management systems, or related fields (2-year technical degree or certificate preferred)
• Valid California driver’s license with fewer than 3 DMV points

Plant Operator II

• High School diploma or GED
• 4–5 years of experience operating high-pressure steam boilers; basic experience with central plant centrifugal chillers
• Unlimited Steam License (City of Los Angeles) required
• EPA 608 refrigeration license required
• Valid California driver’s license with fewer than 3 DMV points