Building Engineer - HVAC

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,500 - 127,400; Full time

Job summary

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is seeking a Building Engineer (HVAC) for the 1 million sq ft facility. Reporting to the Building Engineering HVAC Supervisor, you will operate, maintain and repair complex building systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, fire protection and emergency power.

This 2nd-shift, onsite role requires collaborating with licensed technicians, reading schematics, executing preventive maintenance, and responding to service requests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in large central plant operations with a Massachusetts HVAC/RE Journeyman’s license and EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certification.
• CEM Certification is a plus.
• Thorough and demonstrable knowledge of all types of mechanical systems, including package units, split systems, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs and BAS Control Systems.
• Experience working within a structured PM program and the ability to read, understand and interpret schematic drawings.
• Ability to evaluate building systems, monitor status indicators, and take appropriate action independently without supervision.
• Ability to take BAS readings and develop strategies to operate at optimal efficiencies.
• Successful track record of working collaboratively on HVAC teams.
• Strong working knowledge of energy management best practices and a commitment to continuous professional development in energy management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair building HVAC, refrigeration, fire protection, emergency generator, pumping, water, air and steam systems.
• Collaborate with licensed HVAC technicians, electricians and plumbers; communicate with stakeholders.
• Take and evaluate readings of utilities and equipment and take corrective actions.
• Inspect, test, and repair equipment; ensure compliance with policies and EPA refrigerants.
• Provide input for systems improvements; assist in compiling information for designs and plans.
• Test and treat piping distribution system; troubleshoot from schematics/blueprints.
• Respond to service requests and manage work orders in FedTRAC.
• Respond to off-shift emergency calls; support other operations.

Skills

HVAC journeyman license (Massachusetts

EPA Universal Refrigerant RecoveryCert

CEM Certification (plus)

Job description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. As an employee of the Boston Fed, you will work to promote sound growth and financial stability in New England and the nation. You will contribute to communities, the region, and the nation by conducting economic research, participating in monetary policy-making, supervising certain financial institutions, providing financial services and payments, playing a leadership role in the payments industry, and supporting economic well-being in communities through a variety of efforts. The Boston Fed serves all or parts of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Our mission is accomplished through our Bank's values: community, innovation, integrity, trust, leadership, and excellence.

Shift and Working Hours

Second shift, Tuesday - Saturday, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm. You will be required to work onsite for this role.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Building Engineering HVAC Supervisor, the Building Engineer (BE/HVAC) plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and uninterrupted operation and integrity of critical building systems at the Bank’s 1 million sq. ft. facility. The BE/HVAC is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of the building’s heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, fire protection, emergency generator, pumping, water, air and steam distribution systems.

Responsibilities

This position is part of a collaborative team of highly skilled and licensed HVAC technicians, electricians and plumbers. The BE/HVAC interacts regularly with people at all levels of the organization and tenant firms, representing RESG as a professional partner. Tasks include taking and evaluating operational readings of utilities and equipment, interpreting status, and taking appropriate corrective actions as warranted. Inspect, test, and make repairs to equipment throughout the building as assigned. Ensure compliance with all policies, standards and procedures regarding shop operations and equipment repairs, including EPA regulations for chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerants. Provide input and suggestions to the Building Engineering Supervisor regarding potential improvements or enhancements to systems or equipment. Assist in compiling pertinent information on building operating systems to support the development of required designs and plans. Regularly test, evaluate and take appropriate action to chemically treat the building’s piping distribution system. Troubleshoot system issues by interpreting schematics, blueprints and system diagrams. Respond to service requests from Bank departments and tenant firms for all HVAC related issues, such as temperature adjustments, installation of thermostats, and adjustment of VAV boxes. Track and complete all work orders in a timely manner via the proprietary FedTRAC system. Assist other Operations units as needed. Respond to off‑shift emergency calls as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Comply with all Bank and department policies and procedures. This position is not required to directly supervise others.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in large central plant operations with a Massachusetts HVAC/RE Journeyman’s license and EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery Certification.
• CEM Certification is a plus.
• Thorough and demonstrable knowledge of all types of mechanical systems, including package units, split systems, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs and BAS Control Systems.
• Experience working within a structured PM program and the ability to read, understand and interpret schematic drawings.
• Ability to evaluate building systems, monitor status indicators, and take appropriate action independently without supervision.
• Ability to take BAS readings and develop strategies to operate at optimal efficiencies.
• Successful track record of working collaboratively on HVAC teams.
• Strong working knowledge of energy management best practices and a commitment to continuous professional development in energy management strategies.

Physical Requirements

This position involves movement between departments, floors and buildings. Staff are regularly required to stand, walk, reach and use hands and arms to grasp, lift and/or move equipment weighing 20‑50+ pounds, speak and hear and occasionally taste and smell. They are frequently required to sit, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance, climb stairs and ladders, work at heights and in environments with wide temperature ranges, working outside and inside. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.

Compensation

Total Base Pay range: $85,500.00 – $106,200.00 – $127,400.00 depending on experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

Background and Security Checks

All employees assigned to this position will be subject to FBI fingerprint/criminal background and Patriot Act/Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) watch list checks at least once every five years.

Legal Notice

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or skills associated with this position or the personnel so classified. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of this position, management reserves the right to revise this or any job description at its discretion at any time.