Plant Utilities Engineer 1 (HVAC) - Full Time Evening Shift

Stony Brook University•Town of Brookhaven, NY

10d

About The Position

A Plant Utilities Engineer 1, on an assigned shift in a heating and/or air-conditioning plant, or in a single or multi-building facility, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, tests, and calibrates mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air-conditioning and electrical distribution in the most efficient and safe manner possible. Incumbents also make recommendations on major overhauls and replacement of equipment and initiate activity relating to energy conservation projects. Duties of a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 may include the following but are not limited to: Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test and calibrate mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner. Make recommendations on major overhauls and replacement of equipment and identify , recommend, and develop energy conservation projects. May supervise subordinate staff in the operation and maintenance of heating facilities and mechanical equipment. May also supervise contractors in an emergency or project situation and may be required to assume responsibility for operation of the overall physical plant. Other duties as assigned. In order for a candidate to be considered for a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 position, candidate must have a reachable score on the Plant Utilities Engineer 1 decentralized exam list. Along with submitting this electronic application, please complete and submit an Application for NYS Examinations and Supplemental Questionnaire (https://www.cs.ny.gov/extdocs/pdf/20-450&20-451.pdf) to Stony Brook University Hospital's Human Resources Department via email to: [email protected]. Also, please submit copies all supporting documents (certifications/degrees/licenses) along with your Application for NYS Examinations and Supplemental Questionnaire. There is no written test and not test date is involved. The examination requires completion of an Application for NYS Examinations and Supplemental Questionnaire (link provided above). The supplemental questionnaire IS YOUR TEST. Your completed supplemental questionnaire will be the only basis for rating your training, education, and experience. Please refer to the Civil Service Examination Announcement (https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc-cr/decentralized/20-450.cfm) for additional information prior to submitting your applications and documentation.

Requirements

Graduate of heating, HVAC, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration apprenticeship program from the U.S. Air Force
Must have been an enlisted machinery technician (MK) OR possession of a certificate as a Marine Engineer issued by the U.S. Coast Guard
Must have been an enlisted power generation equipment repairer with the U.S. Army
Must have been an enlisted gas turbine systems technician, submarine nuclear propulsion plant operator reactor control, utilities man, machinist mate, or engine man with the U.S. Navy
Must have a merchant mariner's document (MMD) and have been a qualified member of the engine department (QMED) as an oiler, fireman/water tender, refrigerating engineer or engine man with the U.S. Merchant Marine
Completion of a NYS Department of Labor apprenticeship program for stationary engineers or for plant maintenance (plumber/steamfitter), HVAC Mechanic or plant maintenance (refrigeration/AC)
Completion of a high-pressure boiler operating Engineer License or Stationary Engineer License
An Associate's degree in HVAC, from an accredited college
A Bachelor's degree in Facilities Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Marine Engineering
Four years or more of full-time hands-on experience in the maintenance and operation of commercial, industrial, institutional facility, computer applications of digital energy platforms and building analytics and/or performing diagnosis, repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment.
Four years or more of full-time hands-on experience in a residential setting performing diagnosis, operation, maintenance repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment.
Completion of a HVAC certificate or diploma from a BOCES program (900 hours) or completion of an approved certificate in HVAC, electrical, refrigeration, boiler operations and maintenance, plumbing from an accredited technical school or technology college.

Nice To Haves

Valid NYS driver's license.
Experience in a hospital/healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test and calibrate mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner.
Make recommendations on major overhauls and replacement of equipment and identify , recommend, and develop energy conservation projects.
May supervise subordinate staff in the operation and maintenance of heating facilities and mechanical equipment.
May also supervise contractors in an emergency or project situation and may be required to assume responsibility for operation of the overall physical plant.
Other duties as assigned.