Service Engineer

SVC ENGR (008238)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_940629

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

11/13/2025 10:52:32 AM

Date Last Edited:

11/13/2025 10:52:29 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION

Department:

343500 - UTILITIES

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_940629

Position Description ID

247105

UC Payroll Title:

SVC ENGR (008238)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

K4: Los Angeles Skilled Craft

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40299080

Reports to Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS AND TRADES SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40065148

Department Head Payroll Title:

SKLD CRAFTS AND TRADES MGR 1

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Senior Superintendent, install, maintain and repair commercial and domestic refrigeration systems utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory and computation of loads and capacities; install refrigerant piping involving hand soldering; work with sub-zero refrigeration involving two stage and cascade systems; maintain, repair and overhaul air conditioning refrigeration systems of the reciprocating, centrifugal and absorption types, including electrical (open and hermetic) motors and steam turbines, and their respective controls and safety devices and related equipment such as pumps and cooling towers; operate, maintain and repair air moving, heating, cooling, humidification, distribution and filtering equipment and systems involving electronic and pneumatic modulating thermostats, humidistats, ductstats and pressure and volume controls; and may also maintain and repair high and low pressure boilers and their combustion and control systems.

Maintenance and Repair

1. Service major and auxiliary equipment, e.g., absorption and centrifugal water chilling equipment, direct expansion units, steam turbines, motors, fans, pumps, controls, and other specialized equipment, by making necessary adjustments to regulate operation and make recommendations for further action, ex. checking for leakage, temperature, humidity, pressure, vibrations, flow and rate. 2. Work with sub-zero refrigeration involving two stage and cascade systems. 3. Maintain, repair, and overhaul air conditioning refrigeration systems of the reciprocating, centrifugal, and absorption types, including electrical (open and hermetic) motors and steam turbines, and their respective controls and safety devices, and related equipment, e.g., pumps, cooling towers, etc.

40%

Maintenance and Repair

4. Operate, maintain, and repair air moving, heating, cooling, humidification, distribution, and filtering equipment and systems involving electronic and pneumatic modulating thermostats, humidistats, ductstats, and pressure and volume controls. 5. Maintain and repair high and low pressure boilers and their combustion and control systems.

40%

Installation and Modification

Install, maintain, and repair commercial and domestic refrigeration systems utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory and computation of loads and capacities.

10%

Administrative

With smaller projects/minor repairs, evaluate problem, extent of repair and determine appropriate materials/equipment required to complete project. Submit completed work orders to supervisor for closing out project. Request tools/equipment, materials, parts, etc., and submit to supervisor. Keep supervisor apprised of job progress and to resolve any problems related to the job. Coordinate with customer regarding the duration of service interruption; ascertain if critical departmental operations of services will be negatively impacted by the interruption of service; inform supervisor. Keep appropriate records/logs. Prepare detailed reports of work performed/materials used so that accurate recharge costs may be processed and submit to supervisor. Provide direction to semi/unskilled workers

5%

General Task

Maintain accurate hours worked on each job. Operate/maintain a variety of power/hand tools/equipment related to the trade. Transport materials, equipment, and personnel to/from job site expeditiously. Follow establish safety procedures at all times including inspecting tools/equipment for signs of damage/malfunction/deterioration regularly. Upon completion of work, clean up job site and return equipment, materials, tools, radios, pagers, and Kronos wands to designated storage areas. Respond to off-hour emergencies and overtime as required. Provide on the job training for apprentice in the maintenance/repair of all equipment/appliances if required. Provide evaluation/feedback to supervisor regarding progress of apprentice. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as requested by supervisor

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Driver License

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Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Possession of EPA 608 Universal Technician Certification

Required

Knowledge and experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial and domestic refrigeration systems, electrical motors, steam turbines, their respective controls, safety devices and related equipment (pumps, cooling towers). Ability to adjust and repair major and auxiliary equipment.

Required

Working knowledge of water treatment methods (for the prevention of scale and corrosion), electrical circuitry, and electric motors. Thorough knowledge and experience in running refrigerant piping including hand soldering.

Required

Detailed knowledge in the operation, maintenance, and repair of steam piping systems, control valves, coils, radiators, convectors, and condensate return pumps, piping, and meters.             

Required

Working knowledge of refrigeration theory and ability to compute loads and capacities; skill in modifying or adapting mechanical building systems for efficient and economical operation in order to complete reports and/or make recommendations.              

Required

Detailed knowledge and experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of air moving, heating, cooling, humidification, distribution, and filtering equipment and systems involving electronic/pneumatic modulating thermostats, humidistats, ducstats and pressure/volume controls

Required

Working knowledge of psychrometrics, duct design, and experience in air balancing and experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of high/low pressure boilers and their combustion and safety controls.

Required

Ability to read and interpret schematic drawings, reading technical instructions related to the trade in order to comprehend written work instructions, equipment operating instructions, and/or other documents related to the job functions.             

Required

Ability to evaluate extent of repair, plan appropriate corrective measures including necessary tools, materials, and craftsperson’s to accomplish the task.

Required

Ability to operate trade-related hand and power tools, including achievement of operational level skills.

Required

Working knowledge of UBC, OSHA, ADA requirements as they relate to the function, Ability to recognize discrepancies of ADA and Fire/Life/Safety codes at each job and report to supervisor.             

Required

Working knowledge of basic algebra concepts and principles sufficient to understand and apply basic trade formulas. Working knowledge of personal computer and software sufficient to review computerized building and maintenance management systems.             

Required

Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments. 

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Color Vision Testing

Must carry a university cell phone

Required

Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

Required

Ability to work various shifts as needed

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical Skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.