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An established industry player in child welfare and juvenile justice services is seeking skilled individuals to join their team. This role involves operating, inspecting, and maintaining critical equipment at city-owned detention facilities. The ideal candidates will possess a valid High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer License and will be responsible for ensuring the safety and efficiency of various systems, including HVAC and boilers. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to the well-being of children and families, where your expertise will contribute to meaningful community support and safety initiatives.
This job opening has been reposted. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.
THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY of $555.84 DAILY
It is important that you file for, take, and pass the civil service exam for the title listed above when it is offered in order to avoid being “bumped” out of your position when the Eligible List for this title is established. Permanent Stationary Engineers are encouraged to apply.
The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services and provides subsidized childcare vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community.
The Division of Administration provides a wide range of support services throughout the agency to ensure all Divisions receive adequate and efficient support services to carry out their respective missions. The Division of Administration works collaboratively with many program areas offering internal resources and support necessary to function efficiently and effectively. The Division of Administration employs approximately 490 public employees and provides services in the areas of building maintenance, occupational safety and health, operational support, security, transportation, and print production.
The Division also provides support to the Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) via nutrition and food services, construction, and facilities management for its two 24/7 Secure Detention facilities – Crossroads Juvenile Center (Brooklyn) and Horizon Juvenile Center (Bronx).
We are seeking four new hires to fill positions under the Office of Detention Construction & Building Operations. The candidates will be responsible for operating, inspecting, maintaining, repairing, testing, and adjusting various equipment, including boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, as well as lighting and associated equipment. This role will be based at one of the City-owned Detention Facilities stated above, with the possibility of reassignment based on the agency's needs at the other facilities.
Responsibilities of the selected candidate will include:
Minimum Qualifications:
A valid license for High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer issued by the New York City Department of Buildings. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
Preferred Skills:
Candidates may also be required to possess a valid Certificate of Equivalent Instruction issued by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection and/or a valid Certificate of Qualification for Refrigerating Machine Operator (Unlimited Capacity) issued by the New York City Fire Department. A valid City-Wide Standpipe Certificate issued by the New York Fire Department (S13), a valid City-Wide Automatic Sprinkler Certificate issued by the New York Fire Department (S12), a valid interior Fire Alarm Certificate issued by the New York Fire Department (S95), and a valid Air Compressor Operation Certificate issued by the New York Fire Department (G35). In addition to the aforementioned license and certificates, candidates may also be required, within 90 days from the day of appointment, to obtain a valid Standpipe Certificate and Automatic Sprinkler Certificate issued by the New York City Fire Department.
55a Program:
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness:
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement:
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
Additional Information:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.