Facilities Engineer

Powerhouse Arts•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Powerhouse Arts (PHA) is a not-for-profit organization committed to creative expression. Located in a purpose-built facility in Brooklyn, PHA convenes an extended network of art and fabrication professionals and educators who co-create and share artistic practices vital to the well-being of artists and the communities to which they belong. PHA offers fabrication programs in ceramics, print, and public art; alongside membership studios in ceramics and at MGC Community Print Studio, textile workshop, The Alpha Workshops; and spaces for education, events, and public engagement. Powerhouse is seeking a Full-Time Facilities Engineer to support the Chief Engineer in ensuring the efficient and safe operations and maintenance of mechanical systems at Powerhouse Arts. This position will be responsible for supporting and maintaining a clean and safe work environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, and performing of day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance on all MEPs.

Requirements

Minimum of (5) years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineers with strong backgrounds in technical aspects of HVAC, plumbing, electrical production equipment repair and maintenance
Experience in industrial, university, laboratory, hospital, or similar buildings preferred
Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and ability to problem solve and handle multiple projects
Experience working with FDNY, DOB, and other government agency standards/codes
Working knowledge of OSHA Standards, and health and safety best practices
A strong interest in the arts
Fluency in G Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Dropbox/Box platforms required
The following NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness is required: At our expense we will send you to the FDNY to get the COF if you don’t have it): F-01 Fire Guard for Impairment (Citywide), A-35 Operate and Maintain Air Compressors, F-03 Indoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel, F-78 Cleaning and Testing of Smoke Detectors, P-98 Fuel Oil Piping and Storage, S-12 Citywide Sprinkler System, S-13 Citywide Standpipe System, S-15 Foam - Water Sprinkler System

Nice To Haves

If 80% of what you read fits you, or if you have skills that are transferable, please apply.

Responsibilities

Perform ongoing preventative and repair response work orders on facility mechanical, electrical and other installed systems, equipment and other components
Maintain and operate all HVAC operations including buildings BMS, , Mitsubishi VRF air conditioning system, 8 rooftop AC with indirect gas heat, vav boxes, VFDs, find tube radiations, pumps and motors. Other mechanical equipment might include air compressors, air filtration systems, sump pumps, diesel oil pumps, exhaust fans, hot water heaters, domestic water pump station, sewage ejector pits, emergency generator with load bank, heat trace systems, electrical systems and plumbing systems.
Inspects building systems including fire alarms, HVAC and plumbing to ensure operations of equipment is within design capabilities
Study and become familiar with the various items or equipment, and the methods required to use them properly, that are required in everyday activities
Completes maintenance and repair records as required from a CMMS
Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as found conditions impacting satisfactory occupancy and operations.
Estimates time and materials needed to complete repairs
Responds quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed
Participate in all Health and Safety Committee activities required including incident investigations, interviewing, auditing and assessments, etc.
Monitor and comply with all applicable government agency codes and regulations (FDNY, DOB, DEP, EPA, OSHA, etc.) as relates to building operations, and safe work habits
Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety work areas. Recognizing danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them.