Stationary Engineer

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; All (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Stationary Engineer to join their Facilities Management team. This role involves operating and maintaining critical building systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in a 24/7 environment. The ideal candidate will have a valid High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer license and a strong mechanical aptitude. In this position, you will be responsible for preventative maintenance, equipment inspections, and monitoring building management systems. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in public service while working in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer license.
• Knowledge of pneumatic controls preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain steam power plants and building equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and periodic inspections.

Skills

High Pressure Boiler Operation

Preventative Maintenance

Mechanical Skills

Pneumatic Controls Knowledge

Education

High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer License

Certificate of Equivalent Instruction

Restricted Asbestos Investigator Certificate

Tools

Building Management System (BMS)

Boilers and Engines

Job description

NYC OFFICE OF CHIEF MEDICAL EXAMINER

Civil Service Title: Stationary Engineer
Office Title: Stationary Engineer
Division/Work Unit: Administration/Facilities
Work Location: Various
Hours/Shift: Forty hours over five days, 24/7-hour operation with various rotating shifts (6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am)
Number of Positions: 1
Title Code No: 91644
Salary: $508.80 (Daily)

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended by a physician, in a correctional facility or in any suspicious or unusual manner or where an application is made pursuant to law for a permit to cremate a body of a person. We exist to provide answers in support of families, victims, and community during times of profound need.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The core values of the OCME are to put the mission of the agency first, to be truly dedicated and to have integrity in every aspect of our professional life. The candidate for this position will become a member of the Facilities Management team. Typical tasks include but are not limited to the following:

1. Maintains and adjusts steam power plant, electro-mechanical building equipment and performs related work.
2. Operates, maintains, and adjusts boilers, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, equipment for heating, lighting, and associated equipment in public buildings.
3. Makes periodic inspections of equipment and repairs to such equipment as necessary.
4. Performs preventative maintenance.
5. May operate control consoles in control rooms.
6. Reads and logs meters, gauges, and other recording devices.
7. Keeps records and makes reports.
8. Monitors and adjusts building management system (BMS).
9. Prepares spare parts and inventory lists.
10. Covers shifts in new and old building; knowledge of controls, especially pneumatics, is preferred.
11. Not a "watch" position; will be expected to work; must be able to climb ladder, lift 50 pounds, etc.
12. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

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. For certain positions candidates will also be required to obtain, within 90 days from the day of appointment, a valid certificate of fitness for Fuel Oil Transfer, Standpipe, Automatic Sprinkler and/or Air Compressor issued by the New York City Fire Department.

Certain other positions require a valid Certificate of Equivalent Instruction and/or a Restricted Asbestos Investigator Certificate issued by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection and/or a valid Certificate of Qualification for Refrigeration Machine Operator (Unlimited Capacity) issued by the New York City Fire Department and/or a Certificate for Hazardous Materials and/or a CFC Certificate issued by EPA for Handling Refrigerants.

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.

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.