Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance

The Electrical Shop is responsible for campus electrical needs, including repair, maintenance, and when appropriate, construction. The unit also services the emergency generators that provide backup power to the campus in various buildings and maintains the campus electrical distribution system, which is provided from two substations through either underground conduit or overhead cabling.

Services: 

• Identify, repair, maintain and install electrical systems and equipment, such as motors, transformers, wiring switches and alarm systems
• Replace and install light bulbs and ballasts in campus-owned equipment
• Troubleshoot and testing electrical systems for safety and efficiency
• Troubleshoot power outages
• Pull cables for electrical power and signal networking

The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Shop is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of all campus heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. The unit oversees the daily management of the campus buildings and maintains the air temperature and quality in the building interiors. They strive to create an environment that is conducive to work and study by maintaining reliable, cost effective and energy efficient HVAC systems, comfortable building temperature control and sound indoor air quality. 

Services: 

• Respond to client requests regarding their thermal comfort
• Maintain and repair the water and steam distribution systems for the campus
• Maintain steam boilers, air compressors, supply fans, heat exchangers, etc.
• Repair, install and maintain all types of refrigeration systems and equipment, such as central air conditioning, food refrigeration and freezer facilities and equipment

The Plumbing Shop is responsible for the maintenance upkeep of campus restroom plumbing and fixtures, building sewer and drain lines, water fountains and domestic hot and cold water systems throughout campus. The unit ensures that all plumbing fixtures and pipes are installed and maintained according to building codes and safety requirements.

Services: 

• Install, repair and remove plumbing fixtures throughout campus
• Operate and maintain restroom equipment
• Maintain emergency eyewash stations and deluge safety showers
• Maintain and test sewer lift stations and backflow devices 

Fire and Life Safety is responsible for increasing fire safety awareness and reducing fire risk across campus. The unit aims to prevent loss of life, injury and property damage through education training and inspection, as well as policy and standards development. 

At all CSU campuses, the Office of the State Fire Marshal oversees fire and life safety programs. Inspections of San Francisco State University buildings are performed by the State Fire Marshal in coordination with the Facilities Services Fire and Life Safety unit. 

Services: 

• Conduct monthly inspections of all fire extinguishers located on the main campus and other University offsite facilities, in accordance with the State Fire Marshal requirements 
• Coordinate mandatory annual fire extinguisher inspections with state-licensed contractors 
• Maintain electronic records of all fire extinguisher inspections  

Reporting a Fire or Incident: 

All fires must be reported to University Police Dispatch at (415) 338-2222 or 911. 

Resources

• Extension Cord Safety Guidelines (PDF)
• Space Heater Safety Guidelines (PDF)
• Microwave Safety Tips (PDF)
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