Facilities Control Specialist- 2 Positions Available
Job No: 559529
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010,
Appointment Type: Probationary, Time Basis: Full Time
Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long
Beach (CSULB)!
Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an
inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California
lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus-one of the largest in the CSU
system-serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its
commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic
and research initiatives.
As a member of the CSULB community, you'll experience a dynamic
environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy,
and opportunities to make a meaningful difference.
Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal
relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches,
year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient
access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It's an ideal place
to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California
has to offer.
Join the California State University (CSU) and explore career
opportunities that advance student success and strengthen
California's future-offering competitive compensation,
comprehensive benefits, and professional growth.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Supervising Building Services Engineer,
this position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and
repair of electric, electronic, and pneumatic control systems,
including Energy Management and Building Automation Control
systems.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor campus-wide building heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning equipment and energy demand to ensure effective and
efficient operation while maintaining building occupant
comfort.
Maintenance, installation, and repair of campus-wide building
automation control system components and all associated heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.
Respond to Facilities Management Customer Service generated
work orders and after- hours emergencies to resolve reported
control systems failures and heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning related problems.
Assist energy management consultants in re-commissioning and
modernization of existing building automation system control
components to increase the efficiency and reliability of campus
heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.
Schedule as required heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
equipment to ensure thermal comfort and ventilation needs for
occupied space.
Department
Facilities Management
Department Description
Beach
Building Services (BBS) at California State University Long
Beach is dedicated to supporting the university by ensuring the
safe operation, maintenance, and development of the campus. As a
large, thriving department, BBS provides facilities based
comprehensive support to the campus in the areas of academics,
activities and event services. These facilities contribute to a
well-rounded and enriching campus experience for students, faculty
and staff. BBS is proud to contribute to the dynamic and
transformative educational and social events and programs that make
CSU Long Beach one of the most sought-after institutions and a
leader among the CSU campuses.
Departments within BBS:
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Energy and Utilities
- Facilities Operations (Service Response, Fiscal Operations,
Payroll/Personnel, IT Services)
- Planning and Sustainability
- Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (Engineering, Fire Alarm,
Electrical and Plumbing Shops)
- Building Trades (Lock, Sign, Carpentry, Paint and Auto
Shops)
- Grounds and Landscaping Services
- Custodial Services
- Design and Construction Services
BBS is composed of talented and skilled employees and dedicated
administrators who work hard and collaborate to achieve our mission
to "Build a Better Campus Every day.
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a regular full-time position with a one-year probationary
period.
Classification
Facilities Control Specialist
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
CSU Classification Salary Range: The
CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $6,705 (Step
#1) - $9,768 (Step #20) per month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health,
growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects
our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at
least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six
months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary
based on appointment type, classification, and applicable
collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access
to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year
(based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid
holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental,
and vision plans.
Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS
defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as
403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver
programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by
employee group and bargaining unit.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Confidential counseling and support services for employees and
their families.
Additional Benefits: Wellness programs,
professional development opportunities, and insurance options
including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate
CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their
position. Additionally, the
CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help
prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits
package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and experience with electrical, electronic and pneumatic
controls and Energy Management Systems, Programming experience with
Energy Management. Knowledge of systems manufactured by
Staefa/Talon, Niagara. Ability to operate tools and equipment
specific to this trade. Ability to work hands on with the trade
requirement. Excellent interpersonal, written and oral
communication skills. Ability to read and interpret written
material at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
Ability to perform record keeping functions, complete work orders.
Experience working in a university or large institutional
setting.
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."
Education and Experience
• Equivalent to four years of journey-level experience diagnosing,
repairing, and maintaining large, complex, and sophisticated
heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning, and water
treatment systems; installing, inspecting, servicing, repairing,
replacing, and calibrating building automation and control systems;
and using programming features of building automation systems
required.
• Solid work record.
Licenses
• Valid California driver's license required
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Heavy work - Job involves lifting more than 40
pounds. Approximately half of the incumbent's time will be spent
walking, standing, squatting, kneeling, or climbing.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, 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 conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are
subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully
completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past
12 months.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
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
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 02 October 2026
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