Assistant Engineering Manager

The Metropolitan Museum of Art•The Met Fifth Avenue, NY

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About The Position

The Assistant Engineering Manager is part of a facilities management team responsible for operating, repairing, and maintaining The Museum’s mechanical and electrical plant. The role includes supervising union maintenance personnel across various shops, hiring and training staff, and managing associated labor issues. It oversees day-to-day building operations and repair and maintenance contracts involving HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, building management systems, and elevators, as well as sustainability initiatives. The position coordinates with Facilities Management and Construction Management to support capital projects, including design reviews and construction oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related field; equivalent additional work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least five years of experience in facilities management, repair, maintenance, and operation of similar buildings.
Working knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS).
Knowledge of chiller plants, plant operation, and water treatment systems.
Knowledge of electrical infrastructure, distribution equipment, and emergency power systems.
Knowledge of air handling systems, their operation, and control.
Knowledge of HVAC system design and construction.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Experience with engineering unions.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with water treatment systems and vertical transportation.
Experience with sustainability and energy conservation measures.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and repair the physical plant, including chiller, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Manage repair and maintenance of HVAC and electrical systems.
Monitor and manage the Building Management System (BMS).
Supervise union maintenance personnel.
Support facilities and capital projects, including design reviews and construction oversight.
Manage repair and maintenance contracts related to HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, building management systems, and elevators.
Hire and train maintenance personnel and manage associated labor issues.
Perform other related duties.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match.
Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays.
Long-term disability coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account for eligible health care expenses.
Commuter benefits for parking or mass transit expenses.
Free financial-planning services.
Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs.
25% discount for staff in Museum shops.
Subsidized staff cafeteria.
Access to the Museums Council pass, granting free admission to various museums and cultural institutions.