Lead HVAC Engineer

Federal Reserve System•East Rutherford, NJ
•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role is critical to maintain the 24/7/365 operation of a world-leading Cash processing and Data Center facility. The candidate must be experienced and very reliable to be able to maintain 100% functionality of a critical site. The Engineer will work as a team on his shift and outside his shift as needed. The Engineer reports directly to the Watch Engineer on shift and ultimately to the Director of Property Management. The shift is from 7AM - 3PM, with a schedule of 40 hours per week, 5 days on / 2 days off, including at least 1 weekend day. Days off may rotate as needed to support manpower requirements. This position is for our East Rutherford, NJ site currently, but once construction is complete in 2029/2030, employees will be transferred to our new site in Warren Township.

Requirements

  • Relevant on-the-job experience is required.
  • Candidate should possess a NJ Low Pressure Black seal and a NJ Seal Blue Engineers Seal. If these are not currently held, they must be obtained within 1 year of employment.
  • NJDEP UST A/B Operator certificate will be required but also may be obtained within 1 year of employment.
  • Candidates should be well versed in the use of most hand and power tools.
  • Candidate should be able to use basic computer programs, including but not limited to Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in an industrial/Commercial setting is preferred.
  • Data Center operation experience is preferred.
  • Experience with roof top chillers and package units is a plus.
  • Any time worked with Heat Recovery systems is a huge bonus.
  • Trade School is preferred but not required.
  • NJ Master HVAC License is preferred but not required.
  • Strong BMS operator experience is preferred.
  • Hydraulic experience is also a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Required to have in-depth knowledge and practical skills in all facets of the HVAC trade.
  • Act as an established and productive individual contributor.
  • Work independently with general supervision.
  • Face problems that are difficult, but typically not complex.
  • Perform work under general supervision with some autonomy and discretion, escalating questionable situations to supervisor.
  • Communicate with co-workers (typically within your department) to obtain or provide information that requires some explanation or interpretation in order to reach a resolution.
  • Collaboration with other Trades within Real Estate.
  • Requires practical knowledge of their job area.
  • Clear fundamental understanding of HVAC operational theory.
  • Act as an integral HVAC SME to help open a brand new state-of-the-art facility while transferring operations from our legacy site.

Benefits

  • Fully paid Pension plan and 401k with Generous Match
  • Comprehensive Insurance Plans (Medical, Dental and Vision including Flexible Spending Accounts and HSA)
  • Subsidized Public Transportation Program
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Onsite Fitness & Wellness Center
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