Licensed Air Conditioning Engineer-Engineering Facilities-Full Time/Nights

Mount Sinai Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Air Conditioning Engineer for its Mount Sinai West facility. This position involves the inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of various Central Plant equipment, including cooling towers, pumps, and emergency generators.

The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of plant experience, particularly with >1000 ton centrifugal chillers, and relevant certifications. A commitment to compliance with safety regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of plant experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Certificates of Fitness Q-01/Q-99 and FDNY COF (P98) required.
• Knowledge of sprinkler systems in high-rise buildings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, operate, maintain, and repair Central Plant equipment.
• Utilize BAS to monitor system operation.
• Respond to alarm conditions or system failures.

Skills

Plant experience with >1000 ton centrifugal chillers

Ability to operate centralized cooling and heating systems

BAS and computerized control systems

Emergency response and troubleshooting skills

Understanding of medical gas systems

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Trade School/Community College

Job description

Licensed Air Conditioning Engineer—Mount Sinai West

Inspects, operates, maintains, and repairs Central Plant equipment such as cooling towers, pumps, fans, engines, generators, turbines, liquid chillers, compressors and compressed air systems, vacuum systems, heating and ventilating equipment, emergency power generation and distribution systems and related auxiliary equipment via hand and or computerized controls. Performs tests, submits reports, and documents all work and activities. Performs all related duties as assigned by the A/C Foreman, Assistant Engineering Director or Engineering Director.

Responsibilities

• Operates and regulates chilled water generation equipment and all related systems.
• Operates and maintains cooling towers, chilled water pumps, condenser water pumps, make-up water pumps, domestic water pumps, sump pumps, ejector pumps, fire pumps, system strainers, chemical feeders and blow downs.
• Works closely with the Plant Engineers and other staff as required.
• Utilizes BAS and other operator computerized controls systems to make adjustments and monitor system operation.
• Takes remedial action as required in response to alarm conditions or system failures as observed or reported.
• Inspects, operates, monitors, and maintains as required other Central Plant and Life Safety Equipment such as emergency generators, automatic switching equipment, Motor Control Centers, combustion air or HV fans, pumps, fire pumps and Central Plant exhaust systems.
• Operates and monitors systems for the conveyance of medical gases such as medical air, medical vacuum, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed or assigned.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED.
• Trade School/Community College.
• 5+ years plant experience with >1000 ton centrifugal chillers. Healthcare experience preferred.
• NYC Dept of Buildings Certificate of Fitness Q‑01/Q‑99 License required & FDNY COF (P98) Fuel Oil Piping and Storage System. Optional (S12) Sprinkler Systems in High Rise Buildings.

Collective bargaining unit: Local 810‑MSW

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.