Plant Utilities Engineer 1 (HVAC) - Full Time Night Shift

Stony Brook Medicine; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook Medicine is seeking a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC, heating, and electrical distribution equipment in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes safe, efficient operation and energy conservation initiatives.

The position may include supervising staff or contractors and contributing to major overhaul decisions. NY HELPS program involvement may guide temporary/non-competitive appointments with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• HVAC, heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems knowledge.
• Energy conservation concepts and building energy systems understanding.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test and calibrate mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Recommend major overhauls and energy conservation projects.
• May supervise staff and contractors in facilities operations.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Associate's degree in HVAC

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Engineering

High-Pressure Boiler Operator License

Job description

Position Summary

A Plant Utilities Engineer 1, on an assigned shift in a heating and/or air-conditioning plant, or in a single or multi-building facility, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, tests, and calibrates mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air-conditioning and electrical distribution in the most efficient and safe manner possible. Incumbents also make recommendations on major overhauls and replacement of equipment and initiate activity relating to energy conservation projects.

Position Summary

A Plant Utilities Engineer 1, on an assigned shift in a heating and/or air-conditioning plant, or in a single or multi-building facility, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, tests, and calibrates mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in the most efficient and safe manner possible. Incumbents also make recommendations on major overhauls and replacement of equipment and initiate activity relating to energy conservation projects.

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Duties of a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 may include the following but are not limited to:

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test and calibrate mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in a safe and efficient manner.
• Make recommendations on major overhauls and replacement of equipment and identify , recommend, and develop energy conservation projects.
• May supervise subordinate staff in the operation and maintenance of heating facilities and mechanical equipment.
• May also supervise contractors in an emergency or project situation and may be required to assume responsibility for operation of the overall physical plant.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: On or before the date of filing your application, you must have one of the qualifications listed below:

Either 1. Graduate of heating, HVAC, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration apprenticeship program from the U.S. Air Force.

Or 2. Must have been an enlisted machinery technician (MK) OR possession of a certificate as a Marine Engineer issued by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Or 3. Must have been an enlisted power generation equipment repairer with the U.S. Army.

Or 4. Must have been an enlisted gas turbine systems technician, submarine nuclear propulsion plant operator reactor control, utilities man, machinist mate, or engine man with the U.S. Navy.

Or 5. Must have a merchant mariner's document (MMD) and have been a qualified member of the engine department (QMED) as an oiler, fireman/water tender, refrigerating engineer or engine man with the U.S. Merchant Marine.

Or 6. Completion of a NYS Department of Labor apprenticeship program for stationary engineers or for plant maintenance (plumber/steamfitter), HVAC Mechanic or plant maintenance (refrigeration/AC).

Or 7. Completion of a high-pressure boiler operating Engineer License or Stationary Engineer License.

Or 8. An Associate's degree in HVAC, from an accredited college.

Or 9. A Bachelor's degree in Facilities Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Marine Engineering.

Or 10. Four years or more of full-time hands-on experience in the maintenance and operation of commercial, industrial, institutional facility, computer applications of digital energy platforms and building analytics and/or performing diagnosis, repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment.

Or 11. Four years or more of full-time hands-on experience in a residential setting performing diagnosis, operation, maintenance repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment.

Or 12. Completion of a HVAC certificate or diploma from a BOCES program (900 hours) or completion of an approved certificate in HVAC, electrical, refrigeration, boiler operations and maintenance, plumbing from an accredited technical school or technology college.

Preferred Qualifications

Valid NYS driver's license. Experience in a hospital/healthcare setting.

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview:

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date). If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

• The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.