Supervising Maintainer (Engineering) (4PM-12PM Shift)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Metropolitan Museum of Art houses a vast and priceless collection of art which requires a stable environment for preservation and conservation. Integral to this, is the operation, maintenance and repair of an extensive Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and the supporting equipment such as centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, valves, air handlers, and associated steam systems. The Engineering Shop Supervising Maintainer is responsible for supervision of the performance of general building repair and maintenance. This includes but is not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical and painting work. The Supervising Maintainer will establish and schedule daily assignments, provide reporting to management and be responsible for the custody and issuance of supplies and equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency
Valid New York City Fire Department Refrigeration Operator's License
Minimum three years experience in subject museum maintenance work or equivalent
Minimum three years experience with centrifugal chillers and associated mechanical equipment
Working knowledge of BMS systems and HVAC controls
Specialized skill as a mechanic

Nice To Haves

Supervisor experience preferred
Excellent leadership and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Supervision of Maintainers and Assistant Maintainers on the shift
Performs highly responsible independent work in the operation, maintenance and repair of all Museum mechanical equipment
Supervises the maintenance of environmental conditions in all Museum spaces
Makes routine examination of the need for repairs, estimates of labor time, job costs and orders necessary materials and equipment to adequately complete work with the approval of management
Supervise and prepare reports on work completed, materials used and other required records
Thorough and complete knowledge of the Museum's HVAC equipment and its operation
Supervise and manage the HVAC water treatment systems throughout the Museum
Thorough and complete knowledge of the Museum's floor plans and buildings
Assign daily work to maintainers and follow-up through completion
Respond to building emergencies
Monitor and respond to BMS alarms
Preventative maintenance and repair
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Performs related work as required by the Museum including work on special projects and work within all buildings owned or operated by the Museum
Duties as assigned
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 & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income 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
A subsidized staff cafeteria
Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions