Building Engineer & HVAC Specialist

Chelsea Piers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Chelsea Piers is hiring a Building Engineer to support our growing operations. You will troubleshoot and resolve maintenance and mechanical issues across the Chelsea Piers property, reporting to the Chief Engineer. This is a non-union position.

You will manage HVAC systems, pools, steam rooms, and related equipment, supervise technicians, coordinate projects, and ensure safety standards are met while maintaining high service quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC experience including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handlers, RTUs, VAVs and hydronic systems.
• Proficiency with BAS/BMS controls and preventive maintenance programs.
• Strong HVAC diagnostics and hands-on issue resolution; not just oversight.
• Experience maintaining large, occupied facilities.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; 3–5 years of mechanical equipment management experience ideal.
• Solid understanding of plumbing, electrical and HVAC; ability to read technical plans.
• Must obtain/maintain CPO, EPA 608 and FDNY Fire Guard/Certificate of Fitness certifications.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; detail-oriented.
• Creative problem-solver in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Physical Plant and Equipment, upholding safety and operational standards.
• Manage operation and maintenance of principal mechanical equipment (pools, steam rooms, saunas, hot yoga rooms, HVAC, elevators).
• Oversee daily facility operations and maintenance tasks for smooth operations.
• Serve as primary crisis/issue contact to ensure swift resolution.
• Manage MEP vendors and service contracts within budget while ensuring quality.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and cleaning schedules.
• Coordinate project task lists with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion.
• Use staff and contracts to promptly address emergencies.
• Ensure safety compliance; conduct inspections and improvements.
• Provide Daily Activity Reports to the Chief Engineer and manage vendor relations.

Skills

HVAC experience

Troubleshooting

BAS/BMS controls

Facilities maintenance

Reading technical plans

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

BAS/BMS systems

Job description

Chelsea Piers is hiring a Building Engineer to support our growing operations. You will troubleshoot and resolve maintenance and mechanical issues across the Chelsea Piers property, reporting to the Chief Engineer. This is a non-union position.

You will manage HVAC systems, pools, steam rooms, and related equipment, supervise technicians, coordinate projects, and ensure safety standards are met while maintaining high service quality.