Chief Engineer II
About the role
Under the direction of the Office Building Manager II, the Chief Engineer II in the Facilities Management Division (FMD) San Diego Mission Valley supervises the daily building and engineering operations, maintenance, special projects and repairs of building systems including heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air-conditioning systems, auxiliary electrical plants and other mechanical and power equipment in State-owned and occupied buildings in accordance with FMD guidelines and manuals.
Responsibilities
- Leading staff in the operation, maintenance and building repairs of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electrical, and mechanical controls
- Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of subordinate staff by monitoring and establishing performance expectations and requirements
- Resolves client/tenant concerns and complaints regarding facility operations and maintenance issues
- Prepares requisitions including quotes and proposals for supplies, products, tools, and equipment
- Maintaining records of evacuated refrigerants using Excel
- Maintaining services, repairs and/or dispose of state equipment that contains refrigerant
- Reviews trade publications, establishes professional networking, remains updated on trade trends
Qualifications
Four years of experience within the last fifteen years in the maintenance and operation of a heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning system and related equipment in a large commercial, industrial, or governmental building or institution including one year of experience in supervising such a system.
Team culture
- A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship
- A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes
- An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department
Application deadline: 10/31/2026. A Chief Engineer II position is also available in Sacramento (JC-533850, closes 10/29). Questions? Contact DGSRecruitment@dgs.ca.gov.