University of Southern California · 1 day ago
Engineering Technician, USC Hotel
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $30/hr
3+ years expThe University of Southern California is one of the largest divisions focused on providing innovative services to its community. They are seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Chief Engineer in maintaining the hotel’s infrastructure, ensuring all systems function efficiently and safely while responding to service requests and conducting preventive maintenance.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Assist in the daily operations of the engineering department, coordinating the repair and maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems. Ensure prompt response to all service requests, including urgent or emergency situations
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on commercial freezers, walk-in refrigerators, package units, heat pumps, swamp coolers, boilers, and pumps; utilize journeyman-level trade skills to diagnose and service both low and high voltage electrical systems, with a solid understanding of controls and troubleshooting techniques
Respond to urgent guest or operational issues and be available to report on-site during emergencies such as power outages, major plumbing leaks, or equipment failures to support operational continuity
Utilize the hotel’s preventive maintenance system to schedule, execute, and track routine maintenance tasks, ensuring the longevity and efficiency of all hotel equipment and infrastructure. Maintain detailed and accurate logs of all completed work
Support the ongoing development of the asset management database and assist in establishing a robust inventory accounting system under the direction of the Chief Engineer
Ensure the engineering department’s compliance with all local, state, and federal safety codes and building regulations; conduct routine safety inspections and assist the Chief Engineer with the development and implementation of emergency preparedness plans
Collaborate with other departments to promptly resolve guest issues and maintain a high standard of service. Provide technical support for capital improvement projects and coordinate with vendors and contractors under the direction of the Chief Engineer
Provides general maintenance and repairs for facilities and equipment (e.g., air conditioners, heaters, appliances, furniture, pumps, copiers, cooling towers video equipment, door locks, cabinets, sinks, etc.), which may include electrical, carpentry, painting, plumbing and locksmith services. Performs installation work and on-going preventive maintenance. Resolves problems and follows through on work order requests
Maintains logs of facilities and equipment maintenance, repairs and/or requests. Communicates status of work orders to appropriate staff
Provides technical management services for telecommunications equipment repairs and access. Coordinates installation, removal and repairs. Implements software and hardware changes. Maintains equipment inventory, calling card account log and access privileges. Provides staff training on telephones and voicemail
Maintains facilities' main security accesses. Orders and maintains keys. Coordinates locksmith services
Oversees routine maintenance inspections of facilities for deficiencies, health and safety hazards, and/or code violations
Maintains on-site storage areas. Provides units with adequate space. Implements security related procedures and ensures security measures are in place
Oversees facility maintenance staff and/or student workers as assigned. Monitors and follows-up on the status of work order requests to ensure assignments are completed properly and within established timeframe
Assists with special projects as needed or required. Oversees facilities services in the absence of facilities manager
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time
Qualification
Required
High School or equivalent education
Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in hotel engineering, facilities maintenance, HVAC/R, or a related trade field
Experience in general maintenance and repair for carpentry, electrical, plumbing, locksmith, painting, mechanics and engineering (e.g., air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems) trades
Knowledge of telecommunications software and hardware
Journeyman-level background with skilled trades (such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or mechanical systems)
Strong working knowledge of building operations
Ability to troubleshoot MEP issues
Experience performing routine inspections and assisting with preventive maintenance programs
Ability to respond to urgent guest or operational issues
Ability to utilize the hotel's preventive maintenance system to schedule, execute, and track routine maintenance tasks
Ability to maintain detailed and accurate logs of all completed work
Ability to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety codes and building regulations
Ability to conduct routine safety inspections
Ability to collaborate with other departments to promptly resolve guest issues
Ability to provide technical support for capital improvement projects
Ability to oversee routine maintenance inspections of facilities for deficiencies, health and safety hazards, and/or code violations
Ability to maintain on-site storage areas and implement security related procedures
Ability to oversee facility maintenance staff and/or student workers as assigned
Ability to assist with special projects as needed or required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
Specialized/Technical training
Benefits
A wide variety of benefits and programs that support our staff and their families.
Work-life balance and employee well-being.
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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