Stationary Engineer (Provisional)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night/weekend differential

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Medical plan

Pension plan

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Stationary Engineer to operate and maintain steam power plant and electro-mechanical building systems at various sites in New York City. You will manage boilers, furnaces, pumps, and related equipment, ensuring safe, reliable building operations.

The role requires a valid High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer license, willingness to work varied shifts, and compliance with civil service requirements.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer license issued by the New York City Department of Buildings.
• Open competitive eligibility requires possession of the license and ongoing maintenance of the license during employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and adjust steam power plant and electro-mechanical building equipment including boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs; supervise subordinate personnel and train others as directed.

Job description

Important Note

When submitting your application for this position, you must provide your Stationary Engineer / High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer license number on your resume. If you do not provide license number along with your application, you may not be considered for this position.

• If you are hired into this position, you must pass the next Civil Service Exam and be hired from the resulting list for this title to obtain permanent civil service status.

Description

Job Title: Stationary Engineer

Location: Various

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Information

Last Date of Filing: Until Filled

Authority: New York City Transit (TA)

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: Stationary Engineering

Reports to: Senior Stationary Engineer

Work Location: Various

Hours of Work: Various

Compensation

Salary Range: The current minimum salary for Stationary Engineer is $73.90 per hour for a 40-hour week. This rate is subject to change.

The benefits of this position include, but are not limited to, night and weekend salary differentials, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, a comprehensive medical plan and a pension plan.

Responsibilities

Stationary Engineers, under supervision, operate, maintain and adjust steam power plant and electro-mechanical building equipment. They operate, maintain and adjust boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers, including equipment for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and associated equipment in public buildings, municipal pumping stations and incinerators; make periodic inspections of equipment and minor repairs to such equipment; perform preventive maintenance; take charge of a watch, and while so engaged are responsible for and direct subordinate personnel; may operate control consoles in control rooms; prepare requisitions for materials and spare parts; instruct and train subordinates and other personnel; read meters, gauges, and other recording devices and log the data; keep records and write reports; as directed, inspect low pressure boilers in accordance with a unified inspection procedure instituted by the New York City Department of Buildings; may operate a motor vehicle; and perform related work.

Special Working Conditions

Stationary Engineers may be required to work various shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Physical/Environmental Conditions

Some of the physical activities performed by Stationary Engineers and environmental conditions experienced are: working in confined areas in a physical plant, including a boiler room, heating room, and/or ventilating room; walking up and down stairs; climbing up and down ladders; handling chemicals; and being around hazardous materials, such as asbestos and infectious waste.

Eligibility And License Requirements (Promotional)

This examination is open to each employee of New York City Transit who by the first date of the assessment:

• Is permanently (not provisionally) employed in the eligible title of High Pressure Plant Tender; and


• Possesses a valid license for High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer issued by the New York City Department of Buildings; and


• Is not otherwise ineligible

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

External Candidates and MTA Employees who are not employed in the eligible title listed above:

Qualification And License Requirements (Open Competitive)

You must meet the following requirements:

• Possess 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 Standpipe, Automatic Sprinkler and/or Air Compressor issued by the New York City Fire Department.

Selection Method / Admission Letter

Candidates may be asked to complete an education and experience test paper and also participate in one or more of the following assessments: written, practical skills and/or structured interview.

Applicants must keep their contact information (email, mailing, phone) up to date. The contact information you entered in your online profile with the MTA will be used to contact you. You can update your address and other contact information by logging into your MTA profile or by sending an email to [e-mail].

Requirements To Be Appointed Or Promoted

• Drug Screening Requirement: You must pass a drug screening in order to be appointed or promoted.


• Residency: New York City residency is not required for this position.


• English Requirement: You must be able to understand and be understood in English to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.


• Proof of Identity: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you must be able to prove your identity and your right to obtain employment in the United States prior to employment with MTA Bus Company.


• Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment or promotion, you must have a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York with no disqualifying restrictions that would preclude the performance of the duties of this title. If you have serious moving violations, a license suspension or an accident record you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment in the title.

Additional Information

• Training: You may be required to undergo a formalized training course during your probationary period. Failure to successfully complete the training course may result in termination.


• Probationary Period: You will be required to complete a probationary period. If you do not successfully complete the probationary period, you may be terminated.

Other Information

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including military service members, to apply.