Stationary Engineer

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We're seeking a Stationary Engineer for the operation, maintenance, and repair of base building and laboratory systems within a bioscience research facility. This role supports critical laboratory and clinical environments requiring reliable uptime, regulatory compliance, and precise environmental control. This position offers a clear path for professional growth and advancement within engineering operations. MUST have HVAC and Refrigeration experience.

POSITION: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 6:30pm shift, Local 39 Stationary Engineer position (Journeyperson) in San Francisco.

PRIMARY REPORTING: Chief Engineer

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems supporting bioscience laboratories and clinical spaces.
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on building equipment and mission-critical laboratory infrastructure.
• Support lab systems including fume hoods, exhaust, vacuum, compressed air, and DI/RO water.
• Monitor and respond to Building Automation System (BAS/BMS) alarms, trends, and environmental conditions for research spaces and Cold rooms.
• Maintain electrical distribution systems, generators, and life safety equipment.
• Complete logs, reports, and ensure compliance with safety and authority having jurisdiction and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with vendors, tenants, researchers, and internal teams as needed.
• Perform duties in accordance with IUOE Local 39 jurisdiction and standards.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5-years journey-level experience in commercial, healthcare, laboratory, or bioscience facility operations.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience with BAS/BMS platforms and critical environment controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and work independently.
• Effective communication and organizational skills in an active research environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• AutoCAD and AI experience are a plus.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

• Defined growth path with opportunities to advance into Assistant Chief Engineer and Chief Engineer roles.
• Access to specialized training in critical lab and facility systems
• Support for professional certifications and continued education
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-performance building systems in a leading research environment

CERTIFICATIONS:

• EPA Universal Certification (required)
• Fire Pump and UST certifications (preferred) or will be required to obtain in first year of employment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

24/7 operation; swing shift, weekends, and holidays as needed. Working in mechanical rooms, rooftops, laboratories, and active clinical research environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent sitting, squatting, crawling, and climbing of stairs.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional work at a rapid pace.
• Frequent walking, stooping, kneeling, and climbing of ladders.
• Frequent body twisting and reaching.
• Frequent use of balance.
• Constant standing.
• Frequent use of tactile, audio, and visual acuity.
• Frequent use of oral communication.
• Occasional use of written communication.
• Constant use of manual dexterity.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Frequent use of protective wear for the eyes, ears, head, arms, face, hands, and fingers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $76.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Facilities maintenance: 5 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person