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Title: Building Automation Lead Field Service Technician
Location: Sacramento, CA/San Francisco, CA
Shift: Monday – Friday, Day Shift
Compensation: $45-50/hr
Benefits: A comprehensive summary of company benefits will be provided if you are selected to interview.
Travel: Daily travel from your home office to service clients regionally (schools/universities, commercial buildings, airports, government facilities). Company vehicle provided, phone, computer.

Position Description: In this role you will service newer and older company building management and HVAC controls systems at client sites, especially company and Tridium product line systems. You will conduct preventative maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning, and general servicing of systems – including detailed troubleshooting. You will interact with clients and provide high levels of customer satisfaction through direct, on-site customer interfacing. This role requires a highly motivated, skilled service technician who is a team-player, can think outside the box, and thrives in an environment where creativeness, imagination, and direct contribution to success are hallmarks. Key responsibilities include:
• Regular communication with clients – especially upon arrival and before leaving the work site.
• Becoming familiar with customer operating problems and train customer on control systems operation.
• Keeping customer informed on service work & system recommendations, upgrades, replacement, etc.
• Provide field proposals for retrofits, upgrades, and enhancements to existing equipment.
• Manage assigned work to meet/exceed service time, requirements, and customer satisfaction.
• Interface with service business leader, supervisor, project manager, and sales on projects, activities, etc.
• Adhere to all company, customer, and industry safety standards.
• Complete, compile, and track job documentation, etc.
• Assist in loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required.
• Assist in validation of complete system functionality, troubleshooting problems for proper operation.

Requirements: 3+ years of experience with HVAC controls or building automation systems including commissioning and start-up. Familiar with Niagara Tridium or JCI systems. Experience working with system sequence of operations, system graphics and configuring, and mapping system points. Experience working with front end & station configuration, computers networks and switches. Excellent ability to troubleshoot and work with voltages below 480V like mounting panels, working-controllers, ladder logic, and wire termination. Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, and building automation systems. Familiar with computer programs and software applications related to HVAC industry. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service. Valid driver’s license.

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Position Details:
Title: Area Director of Maintenance & Repair
Location: Port of L.A. / Long Beach
Schedule: You will work either day or night shift, 5 days per week, flexible for emergency repairs
Travel: Occasional travel to other terminal locations
Compensation: Target base salary ~
• Bonuses/Additional Compensation: Relocation / sign-on bonus is available on a case-by-case basis; annual discretionary bonus plan (averages ~10%); company vehicle + gas card
Benefits: Company offers an inexpensive, comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical / Dental Insurance; Life / AD&D Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; Short- and Long-Term Disability; Vacation; 401K with employer match (up to 5%); discretionary profit-sharing; etc.

Position Description:
The Area Director of Maintenance & Repair (M&R) is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair operations of container handling equipment, terminal infrastructure, and related assets across multiple port terminal locations. This role ensures equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and compliance with safety and labor regulations in a unionized workforce environment. The Area Director collaborates with terminal leadership, union representatives, and external vendors to optimize maintenance performance while maintaining cost control and labor harmony

Essential Duties:
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to M&R teams across multiple port terminals.
• Manage and oversee unionized maintenance personnel, ensuring compliance with the (CBA).
• Work closely with union representatives to foster positive labor relations and resolve disputes proactively.
• Ensure proper staffing levels and workforce scheduling to maintain operational efficiency and cost control.
• Develop and mentor managers to support career growth and succession planning.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and servicing of container handling equipment (CHE), RTGs, cranes, yard tractors, chassis, and other terminal infrastructure.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs (PMPs) to reduce downtime and extend asset lifespan.
• Track work orders, monitor equipment health, and optimize maintenance schedules.
• Analyze maintenance data and KPIs to improve performance and reduce repair turnaround time.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, US Coast Guard, Maritime Safety Regulations, and other applicable standards.
• Conduct routine safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Promote a strong safety culture, conducting regular training sessions and toolbox talks for the workforce.
• Manage department budget, including labor costs, parts inventory, and vendor services.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or performance.
• Monitor and control overtime expenses, ensuring efficient workforce utilization.
• Negotiate and oversee contracts with third-party service providers and equipment manufacturers.
• Drive process improvements to enhance equipment reliability, reduce breakdowns, and optimize maintenance workflows.
• Collaborate with customer terminal operations to minimize equipment downtime and align maintenance with operational needs.
• Implement KPIs and performance metrics to track maintenance effectiveness and team productivity.
• Engage stakeholders in mechanic upskill and succession planning.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field (preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in maintenance & repair within port terminals, intermodal operations, or heavy industrial environments.
• 5+ years of management experience, preferably in a unionized workforce environment.
• Strong knowledge of cranes, RTGs, top handlers, forklifts, yard tractors, and other port equipment.
• Experience with collective bargaining agreements, labor negotiations, and union workforce management.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory compliance standards.