General Foreperson/Steam-Refrigeration Engineer (L)

FORDHAM University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FORDHAM University seeks a General Foreperson/Steam-Refrigeration Eng (L) to oversee HVAC operations, including boiler and refrigeration systems. The role entails supervising staff, coordinating repairs, and ensuring system efficiency in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess relevant licenses and extensive experience in steam and air conditioning systems.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition remission

Generous time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years working with steam and/or air conditioning systems.
• Active NYC High-Pressure Steam Boiler Operating License.
• Active NYC COQ for Refrigeration Systems Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Supervises HVAC staff and coordinates repairs and adjustments.
• Operates and maintains high-pressure/low-pressure boilers.
• Conducts seasonal startups and changeovers.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

BMS systems proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Automated Logic’s WebCTRL

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

FOR FORDHAM UNIVERSITY LOCAL 810 INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: You must upload the required Referral Form for the corresponding position.

Position Information

About Fordham

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Title of Position

Reporting to the Chief Engineer/Associate Director, the General Foreperson/Steam-Refrigeration Eng (L) supervises and provides advanced-level work related to the boilers, steam plant, refrigeration & air conditioning systems, and equipment.

This position requires work hours Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00 am -2:30 pm

Essential Functions

Acts as a resource to HVAC staff and provides technical guidance, mentoring, and support.

Operates and maintains high-pressure/low-pressure boilers and associated HVAC systems and equipment.

Follows OEM schedules, logs work accomplished, and interacts with zone-based personnel to ascertain problems and locations of needed work.

Monitors BMS daily. Interacts with Watch Stationary Engineers to resolve BMS issues. Liaises with Automated Logic technician and other vendors weekly.

Coordinates repairs and adjustments to the BMS . Ensures the repair log for the BMS is current, and issues are resolved.

Responds to service calls and troubleshoot problems and air quality issues. Assists other mechanics on difficult tasks.

Conducts seasonal startups and changeovers.

Maintains required log Books for the central HP plant, low-pressure plants, and refrigeration systems. Ensures the log books are accurate, relevant, and legible.

Coordinates with the Zone Leaders to ensure the MERs are neat, clean, and safe. Coordinates HVAC operations with staff, completes work orders, and interacts with CMMS . Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer, Asst. Chief, or other appropriate administrator.

Prepares monthly schedules for Stationary & Watch staff. Arrange extra coverage schedules for Special events (Graduation, Jubilee, Opening, etc).

Essential Functions Note

Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities Supervises the work of other Fordham employees who are individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, training and developing, managing performance and administering corrective action. Has significant input in compensation decisions.

Additional Functions

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of 7 years working with steam and/or air conditioning systems.

Active NYC High-Pressure Steam Boiler Operating License.

Active NYC COQ for Refrigeration Systems Operator’s License.

EPA CFC Certification.

Valid Driver’s License.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Must be computer literate with a high degree of proficiency in BMS systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency and course training in Automated Logic’s WebCTRL.

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service $5571.20

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service $5571.20

Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees

Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees $4,456.80

Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees

Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees $4,456.80

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Local 810

Posting Number

Posting Number M114P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Start Date

Posting Date

Posting Date 03/11/2025

Special Instructions

FOR FORDHAM UNIVERSITY LOCAL 810 INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY : You must upload the required Referral Form for the corresponding position.

EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Start Date

Start Date ASAP

Physical Activity and Work Environment

Physical Activity

Sitting Not Required

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing)

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Often

Hearing, Listening, Talking Nearly Continuously

Standing

Standing Nearly Continuously

Walking

Walking Nearly Continuously

Running

Running Seldom

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Often

Climbing stairs Often

Climbing ladders

Climbing ladders Often

Reaching overhead

Reaching overhead Often

Pulling, pushing

Pulling, pushing Often

Shoveling

Shoveling Often

Lifting – up to 20 pounds

Lifting – up to 20 pounds Often

Lifting – up to 50 pounds

Lifting – up to 50 pounds Often

Lifting – over 50 pounds Often

Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes., Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions., Extreme Cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees Fahrenheit for more than an hour., Extreme Heat: Temperatures typically above 100 degrees Fahrenheit for more than an hour., Hazards: This includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals. Add details here:

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Referral Form

Supplemental questions you will be required to answer on the application (No action is needed on this page)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of 7 years working with steam and/or air conditioning systems?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have an active NYC High-Pressure Steam Boiler Operating License?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have an active NYC COQ for Refrigeration Systems Operator’s License?
  • Yes
  • No