Building Service Engineer (2 Positions)

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 66,937 - 97,504; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

San Jose State University is seeking a Building Service Engineer to operate, maintain, and repair HVAC and water systems. The ideal candidate should have journey-level skills in mechanical trades and possess two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include testing and calibrating instruments and performing emergency repairs. The compensation ranges from $6,754 to $7,311 per month, along with a benefits package worth 30-35% of base salary. A valid driver's license is necessary for the role.

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level experience in HVAC equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Must participate in all OSHA-required physicals and examinations.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain HVAC and water systems.
• Test and calibrate mechanical and electrical instruments.
• Perform emergency repairs on distribution systems.
• Use maintenance management programs for documentation.

Skills

HVAC equipment and systems repair

Blueprint reading

Emergency response

Energy management systems

Education

Completion of a building systems apprenticeship program

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Facilities Project Supervisor for HVAC, the Building Service Engineer works independently or as a team member to operate, maintain, repair and inspect heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and water systems and equipment; test, adjust, calibrate boiler and air conditioning machinery and mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or microprocessor control instruments; test and chemically treat boiler, condenser, and cooling tower water and water from other systems; maintain, inspect, diagnose and make emergency repairs to steam, natural gas, water, refrigerant, air and oil distribution systems; regularly use features of building automation systems to diagnose and troubleshoot problems in the HVAC systems while optimizing energy usage; monitor building automation systems data and adjust systems accordingly; respond to service requests; maintain swimming pools; maintain logs of maintenance and repairs using manual and computerized recordkeeping systems; and may instruct and lead semi‑skilled or unskilled assistants. Incumbents also repair and replace bearings, shafts, seals, rings and electrical wiring and install central system parts, gauges, valves and pipes requiring journey‑level skills in applicable trades. They may rotate through various shift assignments at stations either in a central plant or in the utilities centers of individual buildings or campus centers for the operation, service and repair of low, medium or high‑speed revolution cogeneration equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, repair and inspect heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration and water systems and equipment
• Test, adjust, and calibrate boiler and air conditioning machinery and mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or microprocessor control instruments
• Perform emergency repairs on distribution systems
• Use computerized maintenance management programs and building automation systems to complete work assignments, including documentation of efforts
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with manufacturer’s recommendations, standard trade practices, and applicable codes and regulations
• Provide instruction and lead direction to semi‑skilled and unskilled assistants
• Prepare standard reports
• Operate utility cart, pick‑up truck, scissor lift, forklift, and other equipment, as certified, to access, repair, and transport personnel, equipment and materials

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of high and low pressure boilers and heating, pneumatic, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and other mechanical equipment; ability to install, operate, and repair HVAC equipment and systems
• General knowledge of ventilation principles, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and water treatment systems
• Working knowledge of energy management systems, including the ability to understand and use system features
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications
• Thorough knowledge of applicable safety codes and regulations pertaining to mechanical and HVAC systems
• Ability to maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed
• Ability to analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Ability to make rough sketches and estimate the cost, time, and materials of assigned work
• Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a diverse group of individuals

Required Qualifications

• Journey‑level skill equivalent to completion of a building systems apprenticeship program or similar
• Two years of journey‑level experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment and systems or equivalent combination of formal coursework and hands‑on experience
• Must participate in all OSHA‑required physicals and examinations

License

A valid driver’s license is required. Out‑of‑state candidates selected must obtain a California driver’s license within 10 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of mechanical trades
• Certification indicating completion of an applicable apprenticeship program in the mechanical trades
• Certifications relevant to HVAC trades through NATEX or similar organizations
• Possession of a current California asbestos worker certification
• Four years of journey‑level work experience in the maintenance, repair, or construction of mechanical‑trade related equipment and systems

Compensation

Classification: Building Service Engineer
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,754/month – $7,311/month
CSU Salary Range: $5,998/month – $8,737/month
San Jose State University offers a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30‑35% of base salary.

Equal Employment Statement

San Jose State University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Title IX and other laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university.