Explore the HVAC, plumbing, piping and controls work involved in office buildings, with job searches for the Bay Area across San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland and the rest of the region. This guide covers systems, role responsibilities and experience to discuss with your recruiter; it does not identify a local project or confirm building-specific vacancies.
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Mechanical work in office building buildings
Air side: VAV systems with air handlers or rooftop units, dedicated outside air systems, and VRF in smaller buildings.
Wet side: Chilled water and heating hot water plants, cooling towers and pumps in larger buildings.
Tenant improvements: Duct, VAV boxes, diffusers, plumbing for break rooms and restrooms, and controls tie-ins on occupied floors.
Retrofits & energy work: Chiller and boiler replacements, VFDs, controls upgrades and electrification projects.
Service: Preventive maintenance, repairs and service agreements on rooftop units, chillers, boilers and controls.