Engineer Sven

The Durst Organization; New York (NY); On-site; USD 6,490,000 - 7,303,000; Full time

Job summary

The Durst Organization in New York, NY is seeking an Engineer to join our campus and high-rise maintenance team. You will startup, regulate, repair, and oversee equipment including Multistack chillers and Areco boilers, ensuring safe operation and reliability.

The role requires hands-on diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and coordination with building staff. Candidates should hold NYC Fire Department Refrigeration Machine Operator License, Fire Safety Director Certification, and EPA Universal

Qualifications

• Valid NYC Fire Department Refrigeration Machine Operator License
• Minimum 3+ years as operating engineer in high-rise building or campus site
• Fire Safety Director Certification
• Sprinkler/Standpipe Certification
• Air Compressor Certification
• BMS and control experience
• EPA Universal Certification
• Experience with HW boilers, Multistack chillers, Electrical, Plumbing and Sprinkler Standpipe Systems
• Knowledge of other Fire Safety systems
• Minimum 3 years year’s basic electrical experience
• Minimum 3 years year’s plumbing experience

Responsibilities

• Start up, regulate, repair and shut down equipment safely (Multistack chillers and Areco boilers)
• Monitor meters, gauges and computerized controls to ensure safe operation
• Perform preventive maintenance on MEP systems
• Use hand and power tools for repairs and maintenance
• Diagnostics, repair and operation of refrigeration supplemental cooling
• Review BMS for operational performance and alarms; provide corrections
• Record events and provide diagnostics for corrective action
• Audit safety devices and troubleshoot problem areas
• Test and treat hydronic systems to prevent corrosion
• Complete duty as assigned in campus environments (multiple buildings)
• Follow PPE and LOTO safety protocols
• Support staff, Handyman, Porters and subcontractors; assist Concierge
• Perform tasks in residential units as required
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of facilities and equipment
• Execute daily work orders and escalate issues when needed
• Build and repair cabinets, counters, closets, etc.
• Minor electrical repairs and plumbing work
• Plastering and painting as needed
• Address minor leaks and repairs in plumbing; repairs doors/locks/hardware
• Snow removal and perimeter maintenance

Education

NYC Fire Department Refrigeration Machine Operator License

Fire Safety Director Certification

Sprinkler/Standpipe Certification

Air Compressor Certification

EPA Universal Certification

Tools

Multistack chillers

Areco boilers

Job description

Since 1915, The Durst Organization has been a family-run business dedicated to the principles of innovation, integrity, community, and sustainability. We develop, build, own, and manage premier office towers and residential buildings that set new standards in environmental responsibility and user efficiency. Our enduring relationships with our tenants and partners are critical to our success and have made us generations of builders, building for generations. We build, own, and operate many of the world’s most innovative and efficient buildings. We create value for our tenants and partners by developing sustainable residential and commercial properties in which people live, work, and thrive.

The Durst Organization is seeking an Engineer 29-59 Northern Boulevard, Long Island City NY 11101.

The shift and schedule for this position will be Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm

Days off: Sunday/Monday

Salary range is $47.71- $53.01 per hour.

In a safe manner, start up, regulate, repair and shut down equipment. Including Multistack chillers and Areco boilers

Ensure equipment operates safely and within established limits by monitoring attached meters, gauges and computerized controls

Perform and document all preventive maintenance task on MEP systems

Use of hand and power tools to perform repairs and maintenance ranging from a complete overhaul to replacing defective valves, gaskets or bearings in a safe manner

Hands on in all aspects of diagnostics, repair and operation of refrigeration supplemental cooling

Review BMS for operational performance and critical alarms. Provide feedback to correct

Record relevant events and facts concerning operation and provide diagnosis for corrective action

Audit safety device and identify and troubleshoot any problem areas

Test and chemically treat hydronic systems to prevent corrosion and harmful deposits

Perform other related duties as required and assigned to as it relates to a campus work environment.(multiple buildings)

Follow all PPE and LOTO safety protocols

Support all staff, Handyman, Porters and subcontractors as needed. Receive direction from Concierge

Perform necessary tasks and workorders within residential units as assigned and required

General maintenance, orderliness, and cleanliness to ensure the facilities and equipment in the building and resident’s apartments are in good working order at all times

Executes daily routine work orders and escalates issues upward as necessary

Builds and repairs cabinets, counters, closets, and other carpentry as needed

Making minor electric repairs (switches, receptacles, light fixtures, etc.)

Plastering and painting as needed on small and large scales

Minor plumbing including but not limited to repairing leaks, minor pipe replacements, appliance repairs (washers/dryers, refrigerators, etc.)

Repairs entrance and internal doors, locks, hinges, create keys and other operable hardware

Snow removal and perimeter maintenance as required

Qualifications:

• Valid New York City Fire Department Refrigeration Machine Operator License with a minimum of one year’s continuous experience
• Minimum 3+ years as operating engineer in high-rise building or campus site
• Fire Safety Director Certification
• Sprinkler/Standpipe Certification
• Air Compressor Certification
• BMS and control experience
• EPA Universal Certification
• Experience with HW boilers, Multistack chillers, Electrical, Plumbing and Sprinkler Standpipe Systems
• Knowledge of other Fire Safety systems
• Minimum of 3 years year’s basic electrical experience – that encompassed minor troubleshooting and wiring
• Minimum of 3 years year’s plumbing experience – bathroom repair, soldering, pipe threading, pro press

Physical ability to climb ladders, and lift up to 75 lbs. on a regular basis, enter and operate in confined spaces, operate power tools

Ability to work with exposure to elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, or chemicals with proper PPE

Positive attitude and communication skills is a priority

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands - While performing duties of this job, employee required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; crouch; bend; talk; and hear. The employee must lift and move up to 75lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment - The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Affiantive Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

The Durst Organization and Affiliates is an equal opportunity employer for all and an employer for qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please click here for more information about Equal Opportunity Employment – Notice of Rights (EEO is the Law).

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Job ID: 4377016009

Engineer Sven

29-37 41ST AVENUE, LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101 Posted August 20, 2026