Housing Lead Building Service Engineer
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of Student Housing Facilities, the Lead Building Service Engineer provides lead work direction, coordination, and technical expertise to a crew of skilled and semi-skilled employees engaged in the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and related mechanical systems across Student Housing and Residential Life facilities, including dining operations. The incumbent performs journey-level work while coordinating workflow, prioritizing assignments, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with established safety standards, codes, and operational requirements. Responsibilities include planning and coordinating preventive maintenance and repair activities; supporting project implementation; and ensuring building systems—including HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, and associated mechanical, electrical, and control systems—operate at optimal efficiency with minimal disruption to residents and staff. The position provides technical leadership in diagnosing and resolving complex system issues, including those involving electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and digitally controlled building automation systems. The incumbent responds to emergency service needs, ensures timely corrective action, and supports the continuous reliability of housing and dining equipment and infrastructure. The position contributes to maintaining a safe, functional, and high-quality living and learning environment that supports Student Affairs educational mission. Service delivery is grounded in a student-centered and equity-minded approach, ensuring interactions and services provided to the campus community are inclusive, respectful, and responsive to diverse needs.
Requirements
- Equivalent to two or more years of experience as a journey-level Building Service Engineer that included some work or project coordination responsibilities.
- Two years’ experience in installation, adjustment, maintenance, and repair of commercial and domestic refrigeration, air conditioning systems involving modulator and safety controls, thermostats, humidifiers and duct stats, with at least one year of that experience being in the installation and repair of central multi-zone air conditioning systems.
- Valid California driver's license required.
- Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
- Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
- Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Nice To Haves
- EPA Certificate Motor vehicles Section 609 preferred.
- Possession of EPA 608 Universal Technician Certification preferred.
- Possession of Unlimited Steam License highly preferred.
- CFC Universal Certificate preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day lead work direction to a small crew of trades personnel, including assigning, prioritizing, and sequencing work orders and preventive maintenance activities.
- Coordinate workflow to ensure timely, efficient completion of work and adherence to safety standards, codes, and quality requirements.
- Coordinate and support assigned maintenance and repair projects, including estimating labor, materials, and equipment needs.
- Prepare materials lists, procure parts and supplies, and ensure resources are available prior to project execution.
- Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal safety regulations, building codes, and campus policies.
- Promote and enforce safe work practices and environmental health standards.
- Maintain accurate work records using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Track labor, materials, equipment usage, and purchasing activities.
Benefits
- Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service)
- 14 paid holidays
- 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual
- A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan
- Voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
- Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
- Wellness programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
