Operating Engineer - HVAC - Santa Monica Hospital

Serving at UCLA Health will give you the opportunity to use your specialized abilities to help improve the lives of our patients, their families, and your fellow UCLA Health team members. You'll provide critical support that makes healing happen. We'd love to have you join us.

Under the direction of
the Facilities Management leadership, the HVAC Operating Engineer is
responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of heating,
ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) systems across UCLA
Health facilities. The incumbent ensures environmental conditions meet patient
care, research, and administrative needs while maintaining compliance with
regulatory, safety, and accreditation standards. Duties include operating and
maintaining central plant systems, performing inspections, responding to
service calls, and documenting all work in accordance with departmental
procedures.

Salary Rate: $52.26/hour

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an operating engineer,
  HVAC mechanic, or stationary engineer.
• Demonstrated
  knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems associated with HVACR
  equipment.
• Ability
  to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong
  analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a
  service-oriented approach.
• Experience working in a healthcare, hospital, or research
  laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with Siemens, Johnson Controls, or similar
  building automation systems.
• Knowledge of energy management and sustainability
  practices.