Licensed Engineer - 1 License - Rotating Shifts - Days and Nights
About The Position
The Licensed Engineer ensures the continuous operation and provision of utility services, including heat, water, and air conditioning. The role monitors the Boiler Room, Chiller Plant, and auxiliary equipment such as pumps and emergency generators to support efficient and safe operations. The engineer makes emergency mechanical and electrical repairs to prevent or stop interruptions to utility services and assists with emergency generator testing as required. During assigned watches, the engineer monitors associated equipment, chiller operations, and Bulk Gas systems, including conducting equipment inspection rounds and replacing tanks. The role adjusts major air conditioning units and/or heating systems to meet needs and maintain proper temperatures, checks exhaust and supply fans for ventilation, maintains a daily log of unusual conditions, and operates and responds to alarms for the HVAC central control system. This position has no supervisory responsibility. This is a full-time, on-site role at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York, New York. The schedule rotates between days and nights. During probation, the schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on days.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least three years of experience working under a refrigeration license.
- New York City Fire Department refrigeration license.
- New York City Fire Department Certificate of Fitness for Compressed Gases G-17/G-71 within probation.
- New York City Fire Department Certificate of Fitness for Fireguard F-60 within probation.
- New York City Fire Department Certificate of Fitness for Torch Use of Flammable Gases G-60 within probation.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the operation and provision of utility services, including heat, water, and air conditioning, on a 24-hour basis.
- Monitor the Boiler Room, Chiller Plant, and auxiliary equipment, including pumps and emergency generators, for efficient operation and safety.
- Make emergency mechanical and electrical repairs to prevent or stop interruptions to utility services.
- Assist with emergency generator testing as required.
- Monitor associated equipment during assigned watches and monitor chiller operations.
- Monitor Bulk Gas systems, including conducting inspection rounds and replacing tanks.
- Adjust major air conditioning units and/or heating systems to maintain proper temperatures according to needs.
- Check exhaust and supply fans to ensure proper ventilation.
- Maintain a daily log of unusual conditions arising during the shift.
- Operate and respond to alarms for the HVAC central control system.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits supporting employees and their families.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
