Steam Team Lead (Lead Building Service Engineer)

Job No: 512796
Work Type:
Locations: San Diego
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Probationary, Full Time, Trades


Position Summary

SDSU Facilities Services is a customer service based organization providing facility maintenance activities through a transparent and deliberate process. It is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, renovation, remodel and alteration activities in support of the academic and research mission of the university. Facilities Services employs over 250 employees (full time and students) and supports approximately eight million square feet of buildings (including residence halls and parking structures) and 280 acres of improved and unimproved land.

Under general supervision, the Steam Team Lead (Lead BSE) works with and provides lead work direction to a small group or crew of skilled and semi-skilled workers involved in the installation, operation, preventive maintenance and repair of mechanical systems related to the campus steam system over the centralized steam and heating hot water distribution. The Lead BSE is distinguished by the additional responsibilities of providing lead work direction to multiple and diverse journey-level crafts workers and semiskilled assistants, laying out and coordinating the work flow for jobs, and preparing materials lists and ordering supplies for jobs. Unlike the Supervising BSE, the Lead BSE spends the majority of time working as a Building Service Engineer or in related steam/heating hot water work while performing lead work coordination and project planning responsibilities for a work crew and typically is not overseeing the work of multiple work crews.

Incumbents typically prioritize and coordinate the work of a small work group or crew including providing direction for work sequencing and technical expertise and leadership; ensure necessary materials, supplies and equipment are available to complete assigned work orders and perform preventive maintenance; instruct staff on work and safety rules and ensure that they are observed; inspect work to ensure it meets quality requirements and specifications; provide input on performance evaluations; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and maintain computerized maintenance management systems, including accounting for labor, materials and purchasing, as well as prepare reports. On specific projects, work may involve coordinating with other departments and coordinating the work of other skilled crafts workers.

The Steam Team Lead provides a proactive and comprehensive preventive maintenance program for the University. Participates in the efficient and successful completion of projects while respecting the learning environment and the educational mission of the university. Responds to emergencies to protect life-safety, property, the educational mission, and the reputation of San Diego State University.

For more information regarding the Facilities Services department, click here.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent (probationary) position. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard work hours are Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Education and Experience

Journey-level skill equivalent to that acquired through two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment and systems that included some work or project coordination responsibilities; or the equivalent combination of formal course work in mechanical technology and hands-on experience. In addition, two or more years of experience as a journey-level Building Service Engineer that included some work or project coordination responsibilities.

License/Certification Required

California driver's license is required within 10 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of lead or supervisory experience in the mechanical trades.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Prior experience, within three years, at a similar higher education environment, military, or a large multi-building facility environment.
• Completion of apprenticeship program and/or formal coursework or certificate program in mechanical/electrical trade.
• High Pressure Steam Experience
• Low Pressure Steam Experience
• Confined Space Entry Certification
• Experience in confined space entry and working in confined spaces
• Higher education - associate's, bachelor's and/or master's degree completion
• Brazing certification
• Welding certification

Specialized Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate and successfully interact with a variety of individuals in a diverse environment at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work appropriately within the department hierarchy communicating effectively to resolve problems; and to proactively resolve conflicts or disagreements in the workplace, make suggestions and ask pertinent questions to facilitate effective communication.
• Ability to implement safety procedures, resolve problems and improve safety in the workplace. Ability to instill in others the importance of workplace safety rules and regulations and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to conduct hazard assessments, and address those hazards accordingly, and apply Engineering controls as appropriate to address/mitigate hazards; promptly follows-up on health and safety risks, taking appropriate actions(s) and providing the necessary reports and documentation.
• Perform and analyze daily steam, condensate, and soft water chemical checks for overall system efficiency.
• Working knowledge of steam boilers, heat recovery steam generators, steam traps, steam pumping assemblies, steam pressure reducing valve repairs and rebuilding, and steam and condensate operating pressures and temperatures.
• Working knowledge of chill plant operations and maintenance, corrective and preventative maintenance, HVAC equipment, and energy management systems.
• Knowledge of current applicable federal and state regulations, and current health and safety codes including appropriate Cal-OSHA and Federal OSHA.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment not expected to exceed $7,033 per month. CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,034 - $7,651 per month. 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.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=2991834&targetURL=Journey-level skill equivalent to that acquired through two years of journey-level experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of boiler, heating, ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment and systems that included some work or project coordination responsibilities; or the equivalent combination of formal course work in mechanical technology and hands-on experience. In addition, two or more years of experience as a journey-level Building Service Engineer that included some work or project coordination responsibilities.

License/Certification Required

California driver's license is required within 10 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of lead or supervisory experience in the mechanical trades.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Prior experience, within three years, at a similar higher education environment, military, or a large multi-building facility environment.
• Completion of apprenticeship program and/or formal coursework or certificate program in mechanical/electrical trade.
• High Pressure Steam Experience
• Low Pressure Steam Experience
• Confined Space Entry Certification
• Experience in confined space entry and working in confined spaces
• Higher education - associate's, bachelor's and/or master's degree completion
• Brazing certification
• Welding certification

Specialized Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate and successfully interact with a variety of individuals in a diverse environment at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work appropriately within the department hierarchy communicating effectively to resolve problems; and to proactively resolve conflicts or disagreements in the workplace, make suggestions and ask pertinent questions to facilitate effective communication.
• Ability to implement safety procedures, resolve problems and improve safety in the workplace. Ability to instill in others the importance of workplace safety rules and regulations and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to conduct hazard assessments, and address those hazards accordingly, and apply Engineering controls as appropriate to address/mitigate hazards; promptly follows-up on health and safety risks, taking appropriate actions(s) and providing the necessary reports and documentation.
• Perform and analyze daily steam, condensate, and soft water chemical checks for overall system efficiency.
• Working knowledge of steam boilers, heat recovery steam generators, steam traps, steam pumping assemblies, steam pressure reducing valve repairs and rebuilding, and steam and condensate operating pressures and temperatures.
• Working knowledge of chill plant operations and maintenance, corrective and preventative maintenance, HVAC equipment, and energy management systems.
• Knowledge of current applicable federal and state regulations, and current health and safety codes including appropriate Cal-OSHA and Federal OSHA.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment not expected to exceed $7,033 per month. CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,034 - $7,651 per month. 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.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

SDSU Vaccine Policy

In accordance with the California State University systemwide policy, students, faculty, and staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide a valid medical or religious exemption in order to access campus. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated for five months after their final dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine or for two months after receiving the only dose of a single-dose vaccine. Afterward a COVID-19 booster is required to continue to be considered fully vaccinated.

The individual hired into this role will be required to submit their completed vaccination documentation to the university's secure online health portal prior to beginning work. Individuals with an approved medical or religious exemption on file with the university will be required to participate in SDSU's COVID-19 testing program.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on April 21, 2022. To receive full consideration, apply by April 20, 2022. This position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is 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.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. 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.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Employment Services at [email protected].


Advertised: Apr 07, 2022 (5:00 PM)
Applications Close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://careers.sdsu.edu/en-us/job/512796/steam-team-lead-lead-building-service-engineer







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