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, and 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 system accordingly; respond to service requests to adjust air flow, temperature and humidity balances for individual rooms, building areas or buildings; 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 which requires the application of journey-level skills in one or more of the applicable trades.  Additionally, incumbents 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 highspeed 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
• Operates 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 feature
• 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 to 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 that acquired through the completion of a building systems apprenticeship program will also be considered
• Two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment and systems or the equivalent combination of formal coursework in mechanical technology and hands-on experience
• Must participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations

License

A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the mechanical trades
• Certification indicating completion of an applicable apprenticeship program in the mechanical trades
• Certifications relevant to the HVAC trades through the North American Technician Excellence 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 José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: April 3, 2025 through April 17, 2025. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Business needs may occasionally require overtime work including evening and weekend hours.

Contact Information

University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252

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Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.

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Equal Employment Statement

San José State University (SJSU) 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 or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).