Job Overview

Under immediate supervision, in a trainee capacity, the Building Service Engineer Apprentice performs a variety of progressively more complex tasks in the maintenance, service, repair and inspection of heating, ventilating, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, air conditioning systems. Incumbents also learn the operation of the mechanical, electrical and electronic controls associated with such systems in either a centralized plant or decentralized utilities centers located throughout the campus, according to specific training objectives.

The apprentice classification is distinguished from the Building Service Engineer by the absence of substantial responsibility for the completion of journey-level tasks on a continuing basis, and by the requirement that incumbents in this classification receive immediate supervision from journey-level Building Service Engineers. Incumbents follow a formal training plan with established objectives and are not solely responsible or accountable for the completion of journey-level tasks on a continuing basis. This classification will be used in conjunction with a formal training program of on-the-job training and supplemental education which outlines training objectives and provides a method for evaluation of performance while achieving those objectives.

Position Summary

Apprentice Building Service Engineer, Energy Management and Utility Services

This is a full time, temporary, non-exempt position ending on or before one year from hire date. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 14 paid holidays are offered each year; 13 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal.

To view the full job description and position requirements, please click on the following link: Apprentice Building Service Engineer - Position Description

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $3,998 per month

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,998 - $5,843 per month

California State University San Marcos

A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and diversity. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.

California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.

Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on April 9, 2023.

Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: [email protected]. Hearing & speech impaired call our TDD at (760) 750-3238.

Supplemental Information

CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at

Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment 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.

Must successfully meet and pass a pre-employment medical examination and drug screen.

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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at

California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 days.