Engineer

Whitney Museum of American Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,800 - 123,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(B) elections

Paid Time Off

Commuter benefits

Museum admission

Pet insurance

Citibike membership discount

Job summary

The Whitney Museum of American Art seeks an Engineer to maintain building controls, troubleshoot HVAC, and perform light MEP duties across Whitney locations including Bulwark and ISP. The role operates under Local 30 contract with AFL-CIO IUOE Local 30/30A.

Responsibilities include overseeing facilities engineering, coordinating with management and service contractors, and ensuring conservation, safety, and aesthetic lighting standards are met.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HVAC and MEP.
• Q-99 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer license.
• Professional experience as an operations Engineer.
• Basic electrical and wiring skills, ability to diagnose issues and follow building code.
• Ability to operate lifts.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• Engineer must oversee work of others at all Whitney locations/spaces.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all facilities/engineering needs at assigned facilities.
• Provides weekly updates with recommendations for HVAC and MEP improvements and communicates with Facilities Management staff and other departments.
• Accompany maintenance crews on service visits to ensure efficiency, consistency, and climate controls.
• Maintains organized inventory of tools, equipment and supplies for building maintenance.
• Coordinate with Engineering Manager to obtain equipment and purchases.
• Coordinate PM work with other departments and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Become familiar with building operation including valves, fire alarm/Vesda system, boiler system, HVAC units and overall building performance.
• When not at primary building, eligible for overtime at all Whitney locations per Local-30 contract.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical wiring

Interpersonal skills

Ability to oversee others

Education

Q-99 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer license

Tools

Lifts

Job description

The Engineer is responsible for daily maintenance of all building controls (BMS), HVAC troubleshooting and light maintenance, light MEP as well as exhibition lighting in the galleries as needed. Responsibilities includes the same at all Whitney locations including Bulwark and ISP. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement between the Museum and the AFL-CIO International Union of Operating Engineers Local 30 and 30A.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all facilities /engineering needs at assigned facilities
• Provides weekly updates including recommendations for HVAC and MEP improvement and communicates with Facilities Management staff, site manager, Service Contractors, Art Handling staff and Exhibition Managers and other departments during frequently planned meeting to ensure that conservation standards HVAC standards, life safety, and aesthetic lighting requirements are met.
• Accompany maintenance crews on each service visit to ensure that efficiency, consistency, and climate controls are met.
• Maintains a well-organized inventory of tools, equipment and supplies needed for building maintenance.
• Coordinates with Engineering Manager and/or Director of Engineering to obtain all necessary equipment and purchases (including spear part to meet service needs.)
• Coordinates PM work with other departments and consistently provide a clean and safe work environment.
• Become familiar with building operation including; shut-off valves, fire alarm/Vesda system, boiler system, HVAC units and overall building performance. Performs other duties assigned by the Engineering Manager and/or Director of Engineering.
• When not performing these duties at the primary assigned building, this position will be eligible for overtime at all Whitney locations and will adhere to the engineer’s regular duties and responsibilities per Local-30 contract and as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of HVAC and MEP
• Q-99 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer license
• Professional experience as an operations Engineer
• Basic electrical and wiring skills, ability to diagnose issues and follow building code
• Ability to operate lifts required to perform tasks
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the work
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
• Engineer must be personally vigilant and as the ability to oversee the work of others at all Whitney locations/spaces, ensuring that surfaces are protected and that art is never in danger.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly rate of $54.67
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections
• Generous Paid Time off benefits
• Commuter benefits - parking and mass transit
• Admission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationally
• Pet insurance and discounted membership for Citibike
• This position is covered under Local 30

If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates. Whether you’re new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and culture space and what you hope to bring to this role.

EEO Statement

The Whitney Museum of American Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, partnership status, caregiver status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other factor prohibited by law. The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels.