Engineer - Local 94

Description

• Start appropriate HVAC equipment (e. g., base building AHU’s, chilled water plant, domestic hot water) as necessary.
• Respond to service requests from tenants via the Building’s work order management system, Angus, e.g., picture-hanging, restroom repairs, hot/cold calls, other various engineering-type services.
• Work closely with Chief Engineer and team, adherence to the work plans and schedules, resulting in the well-being of the building
• Implement repairs to base building equipment as may be necessary or facilitate same by outside entities.
• Monitor water treatment; maintain treatment equipment.
• Engineer performs MEP repairs, and close-out of tenant work order repairs, preventative maintenance programs, emergency repairs, and budgeted projects.
• Ensure actions and repairs internally and externally follow the Building Rules and Regulations, and applicable codes and labor regulations.
• Respond to emergencies and other sudden or unanticipated events and reports of abnormal/adverse conditions.
• Ensure high level of tenant satisfaction and tenant requests are met in a timely manner.
• Serve as fire brigade member.
• Monitor HVAC equipment, cooling tower/condenser water systems (two operate 24/7/365) and domestic hot water.
• Conduct fire alarm tests and watches, as necessary.
• Accommodate window cleaners as necessary for semi-annual window cleaning.
• Maintain base building equipment as directed (e.g., periodic lubrication, regular air filter changes, periodic inspections, convector cleaning, chilled water plant work)
• Accommodate building management and leasing requests, as necessary.
• Minimize tenant disturbances.
• Replace light bulbs in non-contracted areas as required.
• Accommodate outside contractors as necessary for work undertaken by building or tenants.
• Administer fire alarm/fire suppression systems shutdowns, as necessary.
• Painting of equipment and machinery rooms
• A35: Operate and Maintain Air Compressors
• Conduct visual checks of property exterior, setbacks, roofs, and sewage pumps.
• Accommodate DOB, FDNY, DEP, & ConEd personnel as necessary for monthly meter readings, inspections, tests, and requests
• Address problems as soon as possible with careful attention to prioritization

Requirements

• Ability to visually inspect machinery.
• Ability to respond 24/7 to building emergencies
• Ability to climb ladders to conduct inspections, maintenance and repairs.
• EPA Section 608: Universal CFC Certification
• Read utility meters.
• Problem Solver: Ability to navigate complex, and potentially contradictory, information to effectively assess issues and solve problems. Willing to acquire data from multiple and diverse sources to uncover root causes. Can evaluate risks and benefits of different solution options. Asks the right questions to analyze situations and effective decisions. Ability to deal with incompatibilities or disagreements arising from differing opinions, objectives, and needs.
• Systems Proficiency: Competent with internal systems and processes, including but not limited to: MS Office, MS SharePoint, Monday.com, AutoDesk, Procore, FacilityGrid, Avid Exchange, Watchwire, BMS Systems (various), MS PowerBI/Tableau, Energy Star Portfolio Manager.
• Ability to work with basic MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Understanding of Building Systems & Building/Energy Code: Detailed understanding of building systems; operational understanding of systems; accessibility and understanding of the multitude of laws and codes that govern (Federal/State/City/Local).
• Ability to carry heavy objects, such as five (5) gallon pails up several flights of stairs.
• Detail oriented in all tasks, repairs, construction oversight, etc.
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and training skills.
• Experience with project management and scheduling
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), all new hires will be required to have five (5) of the following certificates of fitness that are issued by the New York City Fire Department (“FDNY”). If the certificate of fitness is not already held, the certificate is to be obtained within two (2) years.
• Ability to climb to roof of the building using stairways during conditions of power loss and during other emergencies.
• Working knowledge of energy conservation required, formal.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice and/or implementation.
• Ability to detect emergency alarms and alarm conditions – by auditory, visual, and olfactory senses.
• Project Management: Ability to manage a project from scope inception to completion and closeout. Incorporates budget management, proper monitoring/reporting, issues resolution, and technical value incorporation.
• Knowledge of Building Management & Control Systems and Work Order Mgmt. System
• Technical ability
• Knowledgeable on sustainability efforts and practices
• F60: Fire Guard for Torch Operations
• G60: Torch Use of Flammable Gases
• Certification meeting OSHA ACM awareness training requirements as required.
• Ability to work weekends and extended hours.
• Ability to inspect equipment located on roofs or other high places.
• Ability to move heavy objects with the aid of appropriate tools and equipment.
• Ability to work on hands and knees for inspection, repair or maintenance of equipment located low to the roof, floor slabs or ground.
• Computer skills and building automation system experience required.
• Strong problem identification, reasoning, and communication skills

Benefits

• S13 Citywide Standpipe System
• S12 Citywide Sprinkler System
• S12: Citywide Sprinkler System
• S13: Citywide Standpipe System

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance