Housing Lead Building Service Engineer
Job No: 560735
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010,
Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search
Category/Discipline: Trades
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 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.
ACPA's 2024 and 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Student
Affairs.
Key Responsibilities
HVAC Systems Operations & Maintenance - 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.
Project Coordination & Planning - 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.
Safety, Compliance & Training - Ensure compliance with
applicable state and federal safety regulations, building codes,
and campus policies. Promote and enforce safe work practices and
environmental health standards.
Records, Reporting & Systems Management - Maintain accurate
work records using computerized maintenance management systems
(CMMS). Track labor, materials, equipment usage, and purchasing
activities.
Department
Student Housing
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status
granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending
date.
Classification
Lead Building Service Engineer
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.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $xxxx (Step
#) - $xxxx (Step #) per month commensurate with candidate's
education, experience, skills, and training. (Remove this if ASM
does not add salary note)
- 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
The ideal candidate provides effective lead direction by organizing
workflow, prioritizing assignments, and ensuring accountability for
the timely completion of work. They possess extensive journey-level
experience in HVAC, refrigeration, boiler, and related mechanical
systems, including associated electrical, electronic, pneumatic,
digital, and building automation controls. With strong technical
expertise, they can diagnose and resolve complex system issues,
analyze system performance, and implement practical corrective
actions to maintain reliable and efficient operations. They are
skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics,
specifications, and technical manuals; estimating labor, materials,
and equipment needs; and utilizing computerized maintenance
management systems (CMMS) to maintain accurate records and reports.
Their knowledge of installation, maintenance, repair methods,
tools, equipment, building automation systems (BAS), and energy
management systems enables them to optimize system performance and
support a safe, functional, and energy-efficient campus
environment.
In addition, the ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership and
communication skills by clearly conveying expectations, providing
technical guidance, and supporting the development of staff while
fostering a culture of safety and accountability. They effectively
coordinate work activities, sequence projects, manage resources,
and respond appropriately to emergency situations while ensuring
compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety
regulations, building codes, and environmental standards. The
candidate is capable of working in physically demanding
environments that require extended periods of standing, walking,
sitting, lifting up to 50 pounds, operating tools and powered
machinery, handling chemicals, and performing emergency or
after-hours work as needed.
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 two or more years of experience as a journey-level
Building Service Engineer that included some work or project
coordination responsibilities required.
• 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 preferred.
Licenses / Certificates
• Valid California driver's license required.
Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use
their personal vehicle more than once a month on University
business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course
and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.
• 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.
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.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 19 August 2026
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