Engineer Module C

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health, dental & vision insurance

403b retirement plan

Transit subsidy

Job summary

The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking an Engineer Module C to join its team.

Performs standard engineering procedures, preventive maintenance, and repair of boilers and heating and ventilation systems. Troubleshoots issues, estimates materials, and provides leadership and mentorship to Zone Maintenance Technicians to support quality workmanship and timely completion of assignments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a 4-year apprenticeship program.
• Valid CA driver's license with a minimum of 2 years driving experience; DMV Pull Notice System.
• 500 HP License (HSC Engineers) or Unlimited License.
• Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment.
• General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools and equipment.
• Experience performing standard trade-related procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine safety checks on boilers, heating furnaces and all heating and ventilating equipment.
• Maintains clean and safe job site throughout duration and after completion.
• Provides leadership and guidance to others performing similar work; sets priorities and timelines.
• Replaces and adjusts pumps, fans, motors, steam valves, heat exchangers and related equipment per blueprints and diagrams.
• Monitors and maintains emergency generators and related water systems; analyzes water chemistry and adjusts chemical levels.
• Responds to on-call emergencies and documents maintenance activities.
• Inspects exhaust fans, fume hoods, pumps and RO units; installs equipment and fabricates components.
• Estimates materials required for specific job components and prepares reports as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint interpretation

Safety awareness

On-call responsiveness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a 4-year apprenticeship program

Tools

DMV Pull Notice System

City/state building codes familiarity

OSHA rules and regulations knowledge

Job description

The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking an Engineer Module C to join its team.

About USC FPM

FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.

Come and join the FPM team - a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.

The Engineer Module C:

Performs standard engineering procedures, preventive maintenance, and repair of boilers and associated heating and ventilation systems. Troubleshoots system issues, determines the need for repair or replacement of equipment, and ensures safe and efficient operation of all assigned systems.

Estimates and secure materials required for specific job components and work orders. Provides leadership, technical guidance, and mentorship to Zone Maintenance Technicians to support quality workmanship and timely completion of assignments.

Actively participates in the Engineer Pay for Knowledge and Skills Program, including on-the-job training and skill development. Demonstrates proficiency in all required module tasks as outlined in the Engineer Pay for Skills section, working independently or collaboratively as part of a team, and performs additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Accountabilities:

• Performs routine safety checks on boilers, heating furnaces and all heating and ventilating equipment.
• Maintains clean job site throughout duration and cleans up job site following work completion. Maintains safe working conditions for self and others. Stores and maintains supplies, tools and equipment.
• Provides leadership and guidance to others who perform similar work. Sets priorities and timelines and monitors the work of others.
• Repairs, replaces and adjusts pumps, fans, motors, steam valves, heat exchangers, mechanical seals, and building stationary equipment. Works from blueprints, specifications and schematic diagrams.
• Monitors and maintains emergency generators, fountains, water softeners and swimming pool equipment. Conducts analysis of water system (boiler water, condensate water, cooling water, soft water system, heating and hot water system, lab equipment and city water) and adjusts chemical levels as required.
• Identifies and resolves operational and safety problems pertaining to heating and ventilating system.
• Responds to on-call emergencies.
• Inspects exhaust fans and motors, chemical fume hoods, sump pumps, sewage ejectors, air compressors, condensate pumps, circulating pumps, cooling water system, furnaces, heat exchangers and reverse osmosis units (distilled water system).
• Installs equipment and fabricates components for system and equipment.
• Estimates materials required for specific job components.
• Prepares reports and/or maintenance records, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years experience as a trade-related trainee may substitute for completion of a four year apprenticeship program.
• Additional five years minimum experience must be as a journeyman.
• 500 (HP) License (HSC Engineers) or Unlimited License
• Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety.
• General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Experience performing standard trade-related procedures.
• Valid CA driver's license required with a minimum of 2 years driving experience. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information, please visit the policy website.
• High school diploma, or equivalent, and completion of a 4-year apprenticeship program

Benefits:

USC's Commitment to You: We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:

• Tuition assistance for you and your family
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options
• 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC
• 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Hourly Range:

The hourly range for this position is $43.00/hr. - $44.78/hr. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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