Building Service Worker Auxiliary Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Building Service Engineer operates, maintains, repairs and inspects heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration and water systems, and tests and chemically treats boilers, condensers, and chilled water. The incumbent maintains, inspects, diagnoses and makes emergency repairs to hydronic, natural gas, water, refrigerant, and air distribution systems, and regularly uses features of building automation systems to diagnose and troubleshoot problems in HVAC systems while optimizing energy usage.

• Monitors building automation systems data, adjusts systems accordingly, and responds to service requests to adjust temperature for individual rooms, building areas or buildings.
• Maintains maintenance and repair logs using manual and computerized recordkeeping systems, and performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs of HVAC systems.
• Responds to campus community needs after hours, regularly inspect campus lighting and reports issues for repair by electric shop, and contacts management in the event of a campus emergency or utility outage.
• Operates carts and other vehicle as needed and performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Two (2) 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 course work in mechanical technology and hands-on experience.
• LICENSE: CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE.

  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of: high- and low-pressure boilers, and heating, pneumatic, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration and other mechanical equipment; the methods, tools and materials used in the operation, maintenance and repair of such equipment; general knowledge of ventilation principles, thermal dynamics, and closed water systems.
• Working knowledge of: energy management systems including the ability to understand and use system features; and a general knowledge of the applicable state and federal safety codes and regulations pertaining to mechanical and HVAC systems; HVAC controls (DDC and pneumatic), large air handling systems, Dual-duct, VAV, CAV, single zone, multi-zone, hot water & electric reheat, DX equipment, split, package, mini-split, exhaust systems, hydronic systems; chilled and hot water pumps and piping, and Variable Frequency Drives.
• Ability to: install, operate and repair HVAC equipment and systems; demonstrate a high degree of mechanical skill equivalent to journey-level in one or more related trades such as plumbing, pipe fitting, electrical, or air conditioning; read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications; make rough sketches; estimate cost, time and materials of mechanical work.
• Ability to: maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; prepare standard reports; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations; read and write at a level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position; adapt to varying work environments and to deal with frequent changes and unexpected events; climb ladders, access HVAC/R systems, lift up to 50 lbs. and work in tight spaces.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification: Building Service Engineer / 6702 / grade 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $5998 - $ 6754 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5998 - $8737 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Tuesday through Friday, Midnight to 10:30 a.m. Must be available to work a standard or non-standard shift with evening, weekends, and overtime as needed.  
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 

 

General Information

• This job opening has been re-posted and will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.