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Art Center College of Design

Facilities Systems Technician

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A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.

$50,044 / year median in California

+12% projected growth

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Facilities Systems Technician Art Center College of Design - 3.9 Pasadena, CA Job Details Full-time $42 - $55 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Computer operation Power saws Industrial equipment diagnostics Outdoor work experience Technical documentation Academic institution experience Split-system HVAC systems Electronic systems troubleshooting Electrical schematic reading and interpretation English Electrical systems facility management Industrial equipment troubleshooting CMMS Maintenance activity documentation Mechanical drawings Driver's License Electrical motors Driving Electrical equipment corrective maintenance Facilities maintenance customer service Industrial pumps Electrical control system maintenance Electrical maintenance Experience at colleges/universities Industrial power systems Safety standard operating procedures Facilities routine maintenance Customer service problem-solving Building automation systems Full Job Description ArtCenter College of Design is searching for an experienced Facilities Systems Technician to join our team. The salary range for this position: $42.00 - 55.00 per hour.
Salary Disclaimer:
The official salary range for this position is the range posted on the ArtCenter College of Design Careers website. ArtCenter is not responsible for inaccurate or unauthorized salary information published by third-party job boards. Hourly positions are based on a 35 hour work week. Final salary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity. About ArtCenter Founded in 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, ArtCenter College of Design is a global leader in art and design education and has had an international reputation for its rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, faculty of professionals, strong ties to industry, and commitment to socially responsible design. ArtCenter is a private nonprofit fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). Every position at ArtCenter plays an important part in carrying out the cultural values, goals, strategic vision, and mission of the College. This includes upholding and cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Facilities Systems Technicians are responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of critical building systems across all ArtCenter facilities. This position performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, Building Management Systems (BMS), energy management systems, controls, and associated infrastructure. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 to 3:00 p.m., subject to change with department needs. The position is primarily based at Hillside Campus and will rotate shifts with staff at South Campus. This position is to be performed on-site as a condition of employment. Work is performed primarily in a shop setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time using shop equipment including computers, viewing computer monitors, hand tools, saws, power tools etc.; interactions with other individuals. Due to the nature of the work environment, there is exposure to loud noises, chemicals, fumes, dust and heat with the HVAC equipment such as compressors and exhaust fans while utilizing issued safety equipment. This position may also require occasional exposure to outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions. Essential Functions Building Systems Operations and Maintenance - 75% Provide complete and timely service on assigned tasks and work orders, which are received verbally, written or via electronic devices Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment including air handlers, split systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers and exhaust systems. Diagnose electrical issues involving motors, relays contactors VFDs and electrical distribution equipment. Provide complete and timely service on assigned tasks and work orders, which are received verbally, written or via electronic devices Perform advanced troubleshooting of Building Management Systems (BMS) Analyze building control sequences and identify operational deficiencies Troubleshoot temperature, humidity, pressure and airflow issues Perform preventive maintenance on critical infrastructure systems Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for optimization and energy savings Coordinate and support life safety, fire alarm, and emergency power system testing Respond to complex system failures and emergency calls Document repairs and root cause finding Update preventative maintenance procedures Operate forklift, grounds vehicles, power tools, hand tools and related equipment to complete repairs Work with the Lead Facilities Mechanic to coordinate and escalate maintenance repairs that cannot be performed internally due to skill, licensing, or resource requirements Follow all College policies including safety protocols Technical Support and Project Work - 15% Serve as technical resource for Facilities Mechanics and Lead Facilities Mechanic Train staff on building systems and troubleshooting practices Participate in commissioning and startup of new equipment Assist with equipment replacements projects Recommend repairs and upgrades and replacement strategies Other — 10% Assist with regulatory compliance inspections Maintain system documentation and as-built information Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree or technical certification in HVAC, Electrical Technology, Building Automation, Industrial Maintenance or equivalent experience in related fields 5 years of progressively responsible experience in commercial, higher education or industrial facilities maintenance, with experience troubleshooting and repairing complex building systems. Possess a valid California Driver License and maintain an acceptable driving record. Advanced knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and building automation systems. Experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial HVAC equipment, including air handling units, package units, split systems, pumps, exhaust systems, and associated controls. Experience using Building Management Systems (BMS) and/or Building Automation Systems (BAS) for monitoring, diagnostics, scheduling, alarming, and system optimization. Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, including motors, relays, contactors, transformers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and low-voltage control systems. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, control diagrams, sequence of operations, and technical manuals. Experience utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to document work orders, preventive maintenance activities, and asset records. Knowledge of safe work practices, proper use of hand and power tools, and general building maintenance procedures. Ability to independently diagnose building system failures and determine appropriate corrective actions. Ability and willingness to work in confined spaces, at heights, outdoors, and to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and respond to emergency repair situations and campus operational needs as required. Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize workload, manage multiple assignments, and perform work with minimal supervision. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and contractors. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to interact with students, faculty, staff, vendors, and contractors. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging Preferred Qualifications Certification in EPA Universal, HVAC, OSHA 10 or 30, and or Building Operator Building Automated Systems training and/or certification Physical Demands and Working Environment The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 to 3:00 p.m., subject to change with department needs. The position is primarily based at Hillside Campus and will rotate shifts with staff at South Campus. This position is to be performed on-site as a condition of employment.
Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a shop setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time using shop equipment including computers, viewing computer monitors, hand tools, saws, power tools etc.; interactions with other individuals. Due to the nature of the work environment, there is exposure to loud noises, chemicals, fumes, dust and heat with the HVAC equipment such as compressors and exhaust fans while utilizing issued safety equipment. This position may also require occasional exposure to outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions.
Physical:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an shop setting; to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time; including, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, squatting, and twisting; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight (50 pounds, or team-lift up to 100 pounds); to operate office and shop equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision:
Must be able to have the visual capacity to perform activities such as preparing and reading reports, viewing a computer terminal and other normal office work with or without correction.
Hearing:
Must be able to communicate effectively in the course of normal office communication or exchange ideas with or without correction. Diversity Statement ArtCenter is fully committed to fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, access and belonging not only in vision but in practice. Our path forward is predicated on our belief that multiple points of view, life experiences, ethnicities, cultures and belief systems are essential to academic and creative excellence. We strive to learn more about difference while respecting the rich diversity in our world, attending to important questions about racial injustice and decolonizing our curriculum. Our campus environment must be vigilant in supporting the full participation of students, faculty, and staff of every race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic status and political viewpoint. Equal Opportunity Employer ArtCenter is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants on the basis of race (including hair texture and protective hairstyle), color, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer, or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for family care or medical leave, age (over 40), criminal background (Fair Chance Act), reproductive health decision-making, off-duty and off-premises cannabis use, or any other actual or perceived characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. Equal employment opportunity is extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including without limitation, recruitment, hiring, upgrading, learning and professional development, promotion, compensation, benefits, leave of absence, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of ArtCenter and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of ArtCenter. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Employee Experience and Engagement at (626) 396-2470. Applicant Rights (Prior Cannabis Use) ArtCenter will not request information from an applicant relating to the applicant's prior use of cannabis. ArtCenter will not use information obtained from a criminal history about an applicant or employee's prior cannabis use, unless ArtCenter is permitted to consider that information under applicable law. Employment At-Will All employment with ArtCenter is for an unspecified term and is "at-will." Employees are free to resign at any time, with or without reason, and with or without prior notice. Similarly, ArtCenter has the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice. This "at-will" employment, which includes the College's right to transfer, discipline, demote, or change the conditions of employment with or without cause and with or without prior notice, cannot be modified, amended or waived by any oral or implied agreement, and may be modified or altered only by an express individualized written employment agreement signed by both the employee and the College president ArtCenter Employees have a Mandatory Duty to Report All employees who know or have reason to know of allegations or acts that violate ArtCenter's Title IX Policy prohibiting discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual violence, dating violence, and stalking shall promptly inform the , Title IX Administrator/Coordinator or designee, or the Dean of Students or designee. Faculty, who have a mandatory duty to report, are required to disclose all information including the names of the parties, even where the person has requested their name remain confidential. Pursuant to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), all employees who know of or have reason to suspect child abuse or neglect involving alleged victims under age 18 shall promptly inform local law enforcement or the county welfare department.

Benefits

  • Professional Development
  • Dental Insurance
  • Medical Leave