Building Service Engineer

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental and Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) seeks a Building Service Engineer to operate, maintain, and service critical campus mechanical systems, including trigeneration and absorption chillers. The role requires journey-level experience, strong knowledge of boilers and HVAC, and familiarity with EMS/BMS systems.

Candidates should be able to read drawings, estimate materials, and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level experience in operation, maintenance, and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of high- and low-pressure boilers, HVAC and related mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, service, troubleshoot, repair, and inspect mechanical equipment and components related to the Central Plant and campus systems.
• Interact with campus groups and work in a team environment to support University operations.
• Maintain records and prepare standard reports and respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Boiler knowledge

HVAC systems

Reading blueprints

Emergency response

Tools

Andover Infiniti EMS

BMS

PLC-based control systems

Job description

Job Title

Building Service Engineer

Classification

Building Service Engineer

Auto Req. ID

562501

Salary Range

Classification Range $5,998 - $8,737 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $5,998 - $7,311 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM) within the Division of Administration and Finance is committed to planning, developing, and maintaining a safe, sustainable, and high-quality learning and working environment for the campus community. Facilities Management provides oversight of university resources and assets and is responsible for the development of the University’s facilities including land use planning, capital improvement, project development, construction, as well as facilities operations and maintenance including custodial services, landscape services, building trade services, mechanical and electrical, and recycling services. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Building Service Engineers team as the Building Service Engineer. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Mechanical Trades Operations Manager, or their designee, the Building Service Engineer will operate, maintain, service, troubleshoot, repair, and inspect the mechanical equipment and components related to the Central Plant, including the trigeneration plant, absorption chillers, and turbine. Operate, maintain, service, install, troubleshoot, repair, and inspect a full range of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, mechanical, and related systems and components throughout the campus facilities.

This is a key position which cares for campus buildings and systems to support the University's mission, vision, and values in higher education. This position will interact with various groups of individuals. The Building Service Engineer works well in a team environment and understands the balance of sharing duties, taking ownership, and taking the initiative to complete tasks as needed. This position takes pride in every aspect of their work to create and maintain an excellent learning environment at Cal State University Fullerton. A Building Service Engineer thrives in a university environment where staff are empowered for personal growth and supported in professional growth. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment and systems, or the equivalent combination of formal coursework in mechanical technology and hands‑on experience. Thorough knowledge of high- and low-pressure boilers, as well as 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. Ability to install, operate, and repair HVAC equipment and systems. Demonstrated high degree of mechanical skill equivalent to journey-level in one or more related trades such as plumbing, pipe fitting, electrical or air conditioning. Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications. Ability to make rough sketches and estimate costs, time, and materials required for mechanical work. Ability ty to maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems. Ability to prepare standard reports, provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants, and analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations. Ability ty to read and write at a level appropriate to the position and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Andover lnfiniti Energy Management Systems (EMS) and Building Management Systems (BMS). Experience with turbine generators, absorption chillers, and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)-based control systems. Training in asbestos removal and asbestos safety. Knowledge of building systems in large facilities.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Must maintain authorization to operate University vehicles as required. Ability to wear a respirator. The position will carry a master key. May be required to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, climbing, kneeling, bending, and prolonged standing or walking. May be required to work at heights, in confined spaces, outdoor environments and in wet, dirty, dusty, noisy conditions, and in areas containing asbestos-containing materials in accordance with established safety procedures and regulatory requirements. May be required to respond to emergency service calls or work adjusted schedules to support campus operations.

Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See Our CSUF Benefits Website For Additional Information.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.