Job Summary:

Under general direction for support of the San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campus, Facility Controls Specialist (FCS) maintains, service and repairs the automation systems that serves the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, water and plumbing equipment both in the Central Heating and Air Conditioning Plant and in decentralized utility centers throughout the campus on a regular basis and as listed on the CSU Classification Standards of a Facility Controls Specialist.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 • Troubleshoot, calibrate, test, adjust, and repair HVAC equipment controls, and systems in the central plant and on campus buildings
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair DDC Facility Control Networks which includes:
• System front-end processors, hardware, software, field devices and stand-alone controllers.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, design, modify, calibrate and program system features, and respond to technical and mechanical problems, either remotely or on-site.
• Be thoroughly conversant in the software operation of the applicable building automation systems to diagnose, repair and maintain complex HVAC systems and their components.
• Hot & Cold Calls:
• Responds to heating and air conditioning trouble calls in campus buildings and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Response shall be as assigned by Supervisors or in their absence as dictated by the nature and seriousness of the reported problem. Occupants shall be treated courteously and informed of the action taken. The Plant Operator shall be informed of adjustments which may affect HAC operations and trouble log should be filled out promptly.
• Respond to temperature calls generated from State & Non-State facilities as indicated by set forth MOU’s.

HVAC Equipment and Systems

Under the direction of the Chief Engineer and/or Designee:
• Maintain, service, repair and inspect HVAC equipment systems and automation controls in the Central Heating and Air Conditioning Plant and in decentralized utility centers and pools throughout campus on a regular rotating duty basis, with the primary focus on the monitoring and maintenance of building automation.
• Install, modify and adjust computer-based heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment and systems.
• Fabricate and implement programs or building control strategies for digitally controlled or global supervisory controlled systems, troubleshoot, design and modify programs for building automation systems.
• Repair and maintain individual hardware and software components.
• Perform major-to-minor overhauls which include disassembling and inspecting of all parts, replacing worn and defective parts, reassembling of all equipment and controls, and testing to ensure proper function.
• Perform major-to-minor repairs of microprocessor-based automation systems.

Maintenance & Repairs:

• As assigned and scheduled or as necessitated by emergency conditions, work shall be of journey level quality and shall meet applicable building and safety standards. Supervisors shall be kept informed of progress on jobs. Employee shall be expected to determine necessary parts and materials. The status of equipment and/or abnormal conditions shall be communicated to the Central Plant Operator as well. All work shall be promptly and accurately documented on work orders and history cards other appropriated records as instructed.
• Performs Reactive, Preventative, Predictive maintenance and repairs on Hvac equipment and automation control systems which include determining root cause of failure, troubleshooting and repairing equipment & or systems. Utilizes specialized equipment to make repairs to return equipment back into operations.
• Installs OEM, aftermarket parts and equipment, controls and makes modification and alteration to equipment with approval of Supervisor or Chief Engineer.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment both in Central Plant and in decentralized facilities.
• As scheduled per posted PM sheets and as scheduled by supervisors, all work shall be promptly documented on appropriate forms and records.
• Calibrate, test, adjust and repair HVAC & equipment. DDC controls and ancillary systems in the Central Plant and on campus buildings, as assigned and required to maintain safe proper operations and as necessitated by system upsets and/or emergencies.
• Keep supervisors, and Chief Engineer informed of progress on jobs.
• Determine necessary parts and materials.
• Equipment Inspections:
- Inspections shall normally be conducted daily or weekly basis. The purpose of the inspections is to determine the safe and functional operating condition of the equipment. Use of journey level trades knowledge is essential. Malfunctions and/or abnormal conditions which require additional corrective action shall be reported to your supervisor after completion of rounds and written on to the control room status board.
- Equipment shall be inspected based on Manufacture recommendations or by the policy of the University based on factual data.
• Promptly and accurately document work on "work orders” and other appropriate records as instructed.

Central Plant:

• Perform routine shift duties by posted instructions and at times and frequencies specified.
• Test and treat water by posted instructions and as necessary to ensure proper protection of all affected systems.
• Maintain logs, charts, and records by posted instructions. Logs shall be neat, complete and legible. Records shall be completed at times and frequencies specified.
• Operate DDC Facility Control networks. Be able to access system terminal and do simple overrides, etc.
• Operate and maintain Heating and Air Conditioning Plant machinery and systems by accepted "Good Engineering Practices" regarding.

 Facilities Services & Inventory:

• Maintains inventory of materials and supplies and keeps supervisors informed of needs.
• Keeps floors, equipment rooms, tunnel, and aisles clear and clean. Promptly cleans up debris from work processes. Keeps floors, tools, and equipment grease free and clean so as to continually affect a safe and clean work environment. Uses all required safety devices and equipment, and follows all verbal and written safety instructions. Conducts fire safety practices such as storing oil rags in a covered metal container.
• Maintain inventory of materials and supplies.
• Keep supervisors informed of needs.
• Use appropriate materials or parts needed list for routine supplies
• Document and keep supervisor informed when parts and supplies are received.
• Put away parts and supplies neatly and in proper place.

Other classification related duties as assigned, as mutually understood and as directed based on day to day conditions and needs of the campus.

Minimum Qualifications:

In addition to the experience required of the Building Service Engineer and/or Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Mechanic, the abilities of a Facilities Control Specialist normally would be acquired through four or more years of experience in the following areas:

a) Progressively responsible skilled journey-level experience diagnosing, repairing and maintaining large, complex and sophisticated heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning and water treatment systems.
b) Experience installing, inspecting, servicing, repairing, replacing and calibrating building automation and contort systems.
c) Experience using programming features of building automation systems. 

Required Qualifications

Knowledge: In addition to the knowledge requirements of the Building Service Engineer and/or Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Mechanic, the Facilities Control Specialist must possess a thorough understanding of electric, electronic, pneumatic and digitally controlled building automation systems, including a thorough knowledge of assigned building automation systems.

Abilities: In addition to the abilities of the Building Service Engineer and/or Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Mechanic, the Facilities Control Specialist must be able to use of the building automation system’s programming features to design, modify and implement programs to achieve facilities management’s goals, as well as to perform remote and hands-on troubleshooting, intervention and repair, as needed.

• Professional licensing, certification, and/or credential verification is required.
  HAC Department _ EPA Refrigerant _608 Technician Certification_ Clean Air Act.
  Valid California Driver License

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years as Journey level experience or equivalent education
• EPA _ Universal License
• Basic Computer based Programs( Excel, Word, Adobe)
• CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Tridium Certified
• Automated Logic Controls Certified
• AX Certified
• R2 Certified

Compensation and Benefits: 

Anticipated Hiring Range:$6, 787.00 - $7, 403 per month

Classification Salary Range: $6, 705.00 - $9, 768.00 per month

The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Position Information:

Work status: Full-time/Non-Exempt/Probationary

Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (6:00 am – 2:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.

Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (6:00 am - 4:30 pm), some evenings/weekends. 

Staff: The application deadline is: August 14, 2025

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University, San Bernardino is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

Conditions of Employment

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment.  CSU 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.

Drivers License Check

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required.  Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

Physical Exam

Employment is contingent upon candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.

Mandated Reporter

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.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.  See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

California State University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/diversity-inclusion

Closing Statement:

Reasonable Accommodation

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 CSUSB Benefits at benefits@csusb.edu.

Smoking

CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.  See policy at  https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/.

Clery Act

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act