Operating Engineer Heating and Air Conditioning

New Jersey Department of Health; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Health insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible and Health Spending Accounts

Job summary

New Jersey Department of Health is seeking an Operating Engineer to lead the operation, maintenance, adjustment, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in Morris Plains, NJ. The role requires a minimum of two years’ experience and a valid Operating Engineer’s license (Blue Seal minimum).

Applicants may need EPA certification depending on equipment serviced, and a New Jersey driver’s license may be required if vehicle operation is

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in the adjustment, repair, operation, and maintenance of air conditioning and heating plants and auxiliary equipment.
• Valid Operating Engineer's License (Blue Seal Minimum) of appropriate grade and type as issued by the New Jersey Department of Labor.
• Possession of EPA certification may be required for the equipment serviced.
• Driver's license valid in New Jersey if vehicle operation is necessary for duties.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, adjust, and repair HVAC systems and related equipment as directed.
• Assist in routine and preventive maintenance and respond to equipment issues as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Operating Engineer Heating and Air Conditioning

2

High School Diploma

Applicants who Meet the Requirements

Posting expires on: 2026-09-29

Job Description

Under direction of a supervisory officer in a state department, institution, or agency, takes a leading part in the operation, maintenance, adjustment, and repair of air conditioning and heating systems and auxiliary equipment; does other related duties.

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in the adjustment, repair, operation, and maintenance of air conditioning and heating plants and auxiliary equipment.

LICENSE: Applicant will be required to possess an Operating Engineer's License (Blue Seal Minimum) of appropriate grade and type as issued by the New Jersey Department of Labor.

NOTE: Appointee may be required to possess a valid Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification of the appropriate level, commensurate with type of equipment serviced, issued under the authority of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform in essential duties of the position.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• 13 paid holidays
• Benefit Leave (12 vacation days, 15 sick days and 3 administrative leave days)
• Telework*+
• Alternate Work Week Program*++

*Pursuant to Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

+All Direct Patient Care and Operational Positions in the Psychiatric Hospitals are not Eligible to participate in the Telework Program.

++Programs that have 24/7 and direct care of clients will be excluded from the Alternate Work Week Program.

IMPORTANT NOTES

State as a Model Employer of People with Disabilities (SAME) SAME APPLICANTS:

The SAME program applies to unclassified and non competitive titles only. If you are applying under the NJ "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: [e-mail] , or call CSC at 609) 292-4144, option 3.

PHEL Candidates:

If you are a candidate for a position in our Public Health and Environmental Laboratories, you may be subject to pre- and /or post-employment alcohol and drug testing.

Direct Client Care:

If you are a candidate for a position that involves direct client care in one of the State facilities/programs, you may be subject to pre-and/or post- employment drug testing/screening. The cost of any pre-employment testing will be at the candidate's expense. Candidates with a positive drug test result, or those who refuse to be tested and/or cooperate with the testing requirement, will not be hired.

New Jersey First Act:

In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, the "New Jersey First Act", all employees must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under the law. If you do not live in New Jersey, you have one year after you begin employment to relocate your residence to New Jersey.

Resume Note:

Applicants who possess foreign degrees (degrees earned outside of the U.S.) are required to provide an evaluation indicating the U.S. equivalency prior to the closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.

Authorization to Work:

Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the Unite States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Regulations. The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for citizenships to the United States.

Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting.

The New Jersey Department of Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Skill Requirements:

Skill

Skill Level

Required / Desired

Attention to detail Default Desired

Job ID JOB0002923

Number of positions 1

Job Type Classified Competitive

Minimum Education requirement High School Diploma

Division Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital

Program Maintenance Heating and Air Services

Location

• Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital, 59 Koch Avenue, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
• 59 Koch Avenue Greystone Park Psych Hosp, 59 Koch Avenue, Morris Plains, NJ 7950