Plant Utilities Engineer I: HVAC & Energy Systems

New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service is seeking a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 to support operation and maintenance of boilers, HVAC and related systems at a multi-structure facility. The role emphasizes energy conservation, safety compliance, and readiness as essential personnel.

Responsibilities include operating boilers and large chillers, testing water systems, balancing air distribution, handling hazardous materials, and performing preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; alternative is relevant equivalent.
• Two years of full-time hands-on boiler and HVAC operation/maintenance experience.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to read/write English; valid NY driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair boilers, HVAC, and related systems.
• Test boiler and water systems, analyze results, and manage chemicals.
• Operate large central chillers and refrigeration equipment; balance air distribution.
• Handle hazardous materials per safety policies and maintain records.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associates degree in Plant Utilities Technology or equivalent

Tools

SFS

GFEBS

SLMS

Job description

The New York State Center for Recruitment & Public Service is seeking a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 to support operation and maintenance of boilers, HVAC and related systems at a multi-structure facility. The role emphasizes energy conservation, safety compliance, and readiness as essential personnel.

Responsibilities include operating boilers and large chillers, testing water systems, balancing air distribution, handling hazardous materials, and performing preventive maintenance.