HVAC Building Engineer - Facilities Ops & Compliance

Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC) is hiring a Building Engineer (HVAC) in Brooklyn, NY. The role operates, maintains, and repairs complex HVAC systems, ensuring code compliance and safety across facilities.

You will coordinate with the Chief Engineer and manage work orders while communicating with tenants and contractors. Requires HS Diploma, Refrigeration certification, EPA License, FDNY fitness certs, OSHA training, and willingness to lift heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED is required.
• Refrigeration certification (Q01) is required.
• EPA Universal Technician Certification.
• FDNY Certificate of Fitness (Sprinkler S-12 and Standpipe S-13) preferred.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification is preferred.
• DMV driver's license.
• Experience with package unit systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, repair, and install HVAC systems and equipment.
• Perform routine inspection of HVAC and fire systems.
• Ensure compliance with City, County and State codes.
• Manage daily reporting, logbooks, and assignments.
• Prepare operational procedures with Chief Engineer for code compliance.
• Conduct facility walkthroughs for inspections, data gathering, and audits.
• Oversee work orders through workflow applications.
• Ensure safety procedures and regulations are followed and monitor contractor performance.
• Keep up with new technologies and efficiency protocols in building operations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong project management

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Tenant relations

Process improvement

Reading blueprints

Emergency response

Education

HS Diploma/GED

EPA Universal Technician Certification

Certification of Refrigeration (Q01)

FDNY Certificate of Fitness

DMV driver's license

OSHA 10-Hour

Fire Safety certifications

Tools

BMS systems

HVAC controls software

Job description

Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC) is hiring a Building Engineer (HVAC) in Brooklyn, NY. The role operates, maintains, and repairs complex HVAC systems, ensuring code compliance and safety across facilities.

You will coordinate with the Chief Engineer and manage work orders while communicating with tenants and contractors. Requires HS Diploma, Refrigeration certification, EPA License, FDNY fitness certs, OSHA training, and willingness to lift heavy equipment.