Campus Stationary Engineer: HVAC & Controls

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley's Facilities Services is seeking a Stationary Engineer to maintain campus equipment and control systems. The role covers routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and EMS operation to ensure reliable climate control and safe building operations across the campus.

Ideal candidates have a five-year apprenticeship or equivalent, experience with boilers, chillers, pumps, and HVAC controls, and strong safety and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Operate building environments using HVAC controls and EMS systems.
• Perform routine testing and maintenance on cooling/heating systems.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints and codes.

Responsibilities

• Environmental control of facilities including temperature management.
• Monitor and adjust chiller, HVAC and steam systems.
• Provide preventive maintenance to building systems.
• Coordinate repairs with other trades and ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Maintain accurate work records and comply with safety policies.

Skills

HVAC systems

Preventive maintenance

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Five year apprenticeship program

Tools

EMS

Chillers

Boilers

Pumps

HVAC controls

Dampers

Job description

University of California, Berkeley's Facilities Services is seeking a Stationary Engineer to maintain campus equipment and control systems. The role covers routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and EMS operation to ensure reliable climate control and safe building operations across the campus.

Ideal candidates have a five-year apprenticeship or equivalent, experience with boilers, chillers, pumps, and HVAC controls, and strong safety and communication skills.