Building Service Engineer (HVAC Technician)

Opt For Healthy Living; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 66,937 - 97,504; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Paid holidays

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living is hiring a Building Service Engineer in Sonoma, CA. This full-time position involves maintenance and repair of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems at Sonoma State University, ensuring compliance with safety codes. Candidates should have at least two years of journey-level experience or a relevant combination of education and experience. The job offers a salary range of $5,998 – $8,737 per month, along with comprehensive benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Ability to work in a performing arts setting with diverse performers.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ensure all building systems are fully operational and meet code requirements.
• Support daily operations and special events at the university.

Skills

HVAC Systems

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Microsoft Office

Building control systems

Education

Certificate or license in relevant field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Apply now Job no: 557738
Work type: Staff
Location: Sonoma
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Custodial/Facilities, Probationary, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Application Process

In your cover letter, please describe your experience with HVAC, mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems and provide a specific example of a troubleshooting or repair you have performed.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.

Job Summary

Reporting to and under general supervision of the Facilities Engineering Manager – Infrastructure and Projects, with additional lead work direction provided from other members of the Facilities Management team, and the Supervising Building Service Engineer, the Building Service Engineer (BSE) performs maintenance and repair work on a range of heating, ventilating, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, air conditioning, and water systems needed in support of daily operations and special events at Sonoma State University. The incumbent ensures all heat, ventilation and air conditioning, fire notification, emergency and elevator systems are fully operational; and meet all applicable code requirements. The BSE provides a safe, fully functioning environment in a fiscally responsible manner for the university.

Key Qualifications

This position requires two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment systems or the equivalent combination of formal course work in mechanical / electrical controls technology with hands‑on experience. On‑site engineer for performances and events with the ability to work in a performing arts setting with a diverse variety of performers, campus departments, and their requests is preferred. Beginning proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Google Suite, computerized work control system, building control systems and PeopleSoft preferred. The incumbent must successfully complete a pre‑placement exam and must possess and/or obtain and thereafter maintain a California Driver’s License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required to maintain and operate.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full time, non‑exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period. The CSU Classification Step Range for this position is $5,998 – $8,737 per month (step 1 – step 20). Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Step placement upon appointment is not expected to exceed Step 5 ($6,492 a month).

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

Supplemental Information

About Sonoma State University:

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation, and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:

The University is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be 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 as a condition of employment.

Employment Eligibility & Conditions:

CSU Out of State Policy – Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. 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. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.

Education Code 89521 – 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.

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H‑1B visas).

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

Application Process & Accommodations

For questions related to the application process, please reach out to [e-mail]. The ADA Coordinator is also available ([e-mail]) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.

Advertised: May 06 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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