HVAC Technician - Maintenance IV

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 62,258 - 88,671; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Commuter programs

Generous time off

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking a journey-level plumber/HVAC technician to perform maintenance across campus, including plumbing and HVAC systems.

The role requires strong troubleshooting, compliance with codes, and ability to respond to emergencies. This is an essential on-site position with shift expectations Monday–Friday 7:15am–4:15pm, and pay under the university collective bargaining agreement.

The department emphasizes safety, teamwork, and service to Stanford’s campus community.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Journey level knowledge equivalent to four years of completion in an apprentice program or a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
• Four years of actual work in the plumber/HVAC trades.
• Thorough knowledge of materials and processes of the trade.
• Ability to work from plans and specifications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver’s license.
• Preferred: Journeyman card in plumbing/HVAC or other credential.

Responsibilities

• Work under general supervision and perform maintenance tasks of substantial complexity in two or more trades
• Work following prescribed procedures
• Duties are assigned under the direction of a shop manager or lead and are performed with considerable independence
• Work will be spot‑checked during an assignment or upon its completion
• Employees may work alone, or as a member of a crew (with or without lead responsibility)

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Safety

Education

Journeyman plumbing/HVAC

Job description

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

The anticipated shift is based on the operational needs and can change at any time with notice.

Monday – Friday: 7:15am - 4:15pm

About Stanford University and Residential & Dining Enterprises

Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford’s mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world‑class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought – preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world. The university is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley, on a scenic 8,180‑acre campus.

Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing high‑quality services to students and other members of the university community. R&DE has an annual operating budget of $400M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising over 7 million square feet—one‑third of the campus footprint. R&DE provides housing for 16,000 students and dependents, serves 8 million meals annually at 48 student dining venues and 32 culinary enterprises. In addition, R&DE provides executive services, conference operations, and guest lodging. R&DE is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R&DE strategic business partners—Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing.

“Students (Customers) First” is R&DE’s mantra and its strategic goals reflect its commitment to delivering service excellence to the campus community. R&DE’s belief is “students are never an interruption in our day; they are the reason we are here.”

R&DE’s dedication to promoting fair treatment, access to opportunities, and a positive work environment is reflected in its essential priorities and efforts for cultivating a culture of operational excellence as a foundational cornerstone. R&DE is committed to creating and sustaining inclusive excellence where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.

This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.

Job Purpose

This job series describes positions in which the major responsibilities are a variety of plumbing and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance duties performed at the journey level. Work may include any plumbing function as described in the Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code. Work is done on pipes of various materials, such as brass, steel, cast iron, copper, glass, or plastic, and of various sizes. In addition, plumber/HVAC technicians are expected to perform extensive preventive maintenance, as well as to provide emergency response actions when needed in all areas of responsibility.

Job Responsibilities

• Work under general supervision and perform maintenance tasks of substantial complexity in two or more trades
• Work following prescribed procedures
• Duties are assigned under the direction of a shop manager or lead and are performed with considerable independence
• Work will be spot‑checked during an assignment or upon its completion
• Employees may work alone, or as a member of a crew (with or without lead responsibility)

Plumbing

• Assemble, install and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for gas, water and sanitary lines, storm drains, toilets, sinks, boilers, heat exchangers valves, pumps, drinking fountains, water stills, water heaters, etc.
• Cut and thread pipe; bend pipe to required angle
• Join pipe by use of flanges, fittings, solder, caulking, welding, epoxy cement and diversified materials
• Perform maintenance on plumbing by replacing washers on leaky faucets, mending burst pipes and opening clogged drains
• Detect malfunctions in plumbing systems, such as heating hot water, chilled water, process cooling water; shut systems down and make repairs
• Work on glass, plastic, copper, brass, steel and cast iron pipe varying in size
• Repair and install cast iron pipe joints with bands or lead caulking
• Install and repair gas lines
• May do minor plumbing‑related welding and brazing
• Respond to quick‑response calls throughout campus using good judgment in accurately assessing problems
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs

HVAC

• Under the direction of a lead or supervisor, perform skilled heating, ventilating, and air conditioning work at the journey level
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair all types of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment
• Work in a wide variety of environments, such as office, library, student residences, food preparation and storage, research, shops, and laboratories
• Respond to quick‑response calls throughout campus using good judgment in accurately assessing problems
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs

The duties listed under the Characteristic Duties section are designed to provide a representative sampling of key tasks and/or responsibilities associated with the job. They are not intended to be a complete listing of all duties.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience: Journey level knowledge equivalent to four years of completion in an apprentice program or a combination of equivalent education and work experience. Four years of actual work in the plumber/HVAC trades.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skilled in the use of the tools, equipment and methods of the trade
• Understanding of complex troubleshooting and repair of plumbing, hydronic, steam systems
• Knowledge of the physical properties of steam and condensate and the equipment used in maintaining these systems
• May be required to use respiratory equipment
• Thorough knowledge of all types of materials and processes of the trade
• Ability to work from plans and specifications
• Knowledge of all applicable codes of the trade
• Respond to emergency calls nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to work variable shifts at night or on weekends
• Demonstrated strong communication skills (both verbal and written)

Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Non‑commercial Class C Driver’s license
• Preferred: Possess a journeyman card in plumbing/HVAC or other recognized technical credential

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non‑commercial Class C license
• Must be able to work in confined spaces or in high elevations
• Constantly twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp forcefully
• Frequently stand/walk, lift/carry/push/pull objects
• Occasionally kneel/crawl, reach/work above shoulders, light/fine grasp tools
• Rarely climb, perform seated work, lift/carry/pull/push objects greater than 40 pounds, perform desk‑based work, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts
• Occasionally operate foot and/or hand‑controlled equipment
• Operate special machinery, i.e. mechanical and hydro sewer equipment
• Ability to work on or use boom lifts, scissor lifts, cranes and forklifts to perform duties
• Ability to work in confined spaces and work at elevated surfaces at heights over ten feet
• Ability to perform strenuous and repetitive work
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Constantly stand/walk
• Possess visual acuity required to work with color coding
• Occasionally use a lift to access devices
• Ability to perform work outside in variable weather conditions
• Ability to wear required appropriate uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work in hot and cold temperature extremes
• Required to wear appropriate uniform and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• May be required to work overtime, evenings and weekends, including holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions

Work Standards

When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement at https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/hr-processes-policies/labor-relations-collective-bargaining

Compensation

The expected pay for this position is $54.78 (Step 1) per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Internal candidate rates will be applied based on the CBA language for promotion and transfer.

Benefits and Perks

• Freedom to grow: career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing
• A caring culture: superb retirement plans, generous time‑off, and family care resources
• A healthier you: access to hundreds of health or fitness classes at world‑class exercise facilities; excellent health care benefits
• Discovery and fun: stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums
• Enviable resources: free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.