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San Francisco State University · 1 month ago

Building Service Engineer - (Building Service Engineer, Range 1) - Mechanical Maintenance

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$5,998/mo - $8,737/mo

2+ years exp

San Francisco State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a safe and operationally sound instructional environment. They are seeking a Building Service Engineer to perform independent maintenance and repair work on various mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Higher Education

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs heating, ventilation and air conditioning preventative maintenance including:

Tests, adjusts, and calibrates boiler and air conditioning machinery and mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and microprocessor control instruments

Tests and chemically treats boiler, condenser, and cooling tower water and water from other systems

Lubricates, cleans, prepares and paints mechanical systems, machinery and piping as part of corrosion control for preventative maintenance

Maintains swimming pools mechanical pumping, filtering equipment and chemical balancing and oversight

Repairs and replaces bearings, shafts, seals, rings, and electrical wiring and installs central system parts, gauges, valves and pipes which require the application of journey-level skills in one or more of the appliable trades

Completes scheduled maintenance of tasks of cleaning/replacing filters, calibration of controls, and functional task to ensure continuous operation of equipment including:

Regularly uses features of building automation systems to diagnose and troubleshoot problems in the HVAC systems while optimizing energy usage

Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration and water systems and equipment

Monitors building automation systems data and adjusts systems accordingly

Responds to service requests to adjust airflow, temperature and humidity balance for individual rooms, building areas or buildings

Interacts with customers at all levels of the University using tact and diplomacy

Completes necessary repairs to heating ventilation and air conditioning related equipment as requested by work orders

Collaborates with 3rd party vendors to coordinate and oversee HVAC repairs that require specialized technical expertise beyond in-house capabilities

Maintains logs of maintenance and repairs using manual and computerized record-keeping systems

Reports problems and needed repairs to supervisor to be documented and scheduled

Responds promptly to, and assists with, urgent needs in order to prevent injury, damage or further incident

Maintains clean work areas, tools, equipment and associated structures

Uses protective equipment as required for personal safety

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

HVAC systemsMechanical maintenanceBuilding automation systemsCPO CertificationJourney-level skillsBlueprint interpretationRecord-keeping systemsCustomer interactionEmergency responseTeam collaboration

Required

Work requires thorough knowledge of high and low pressure boilers, and heating, pneumatic, ventilating, air-conditioning, refrigeration and other mechanical equipment; thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the operation, maintenance and repair of such equipment; general knowledge of ventilation principles, thermal dynamics, and closed water systems; working knowledge of energy management systems including the ability to understand and use system features; and a general knowledge of the applicable state and federal safety codes and regulations pertaining to mechanical and HVAC systems

Must be able to install, operate and repair HVAC equipment and systems; demonstrate a high degree of mechanical skill equivalent to journey-level in one or more related trades such as plumbing, pipe fitting, electrical, or air conditioning; read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications; make rough sketches; estimate cost, time and materials of mechanical work; maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; prepare standard reports; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations; read and write at a level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position

These abilities normally would be acquired through two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of boilers heating, ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment and systems or the equivalent combination of formal course work in mechanical technology and hands-on experience

Possess a valid non-restricted California Driver's License; comply with the Defensive Driver's Training program requirements if a vehicle is used on official business

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment

Considerable physical effort and intermittent exposure to inclement weather/working conditions; must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; exposure to work environments that include; lack of adequate ventilation, cramped quarters, and toxic conditions; superior hand/eye coordination for manipulation tools; utilizes powerful hand, power, and machine tools

Wears distinctive clothing, safety shoes, and personal protective equipment provided by the University at all times when in pay status

Incumbent is considered essential personnel during a campus emergency (a sudden, unexpected happening; an unforeseen occurrence or condition requiring immediate action). Article 2.11 of the Teamsters CBA

This position requires the successful completion of a background check

Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire

Preferred

Five years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of boilers, heating, ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment and systems

Achievement of journey-level skills acquired through completion of an appliable apprenticeship program

Ability to proficiently use computerized building automation systems to diagnose overall building performance and troubleshoot problems

Provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations

Ability to operate various motorized vehicles and forklifts; use scaffolds, ladders, compressors and pneumatic tools; use a variety of power, hand and machine tools and test instruments; computer and office equipment, precision tools and measuring instruments

CPO (Certified Pool Operations) Certification for pool oversight