Campus Operations - Powerhouse Engineer bei Wagner College
Wagner College · Staten Island, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Staten Island
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FULL TIME
FLSA STATUS: NON – EXEMPT
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHSIP: Reports to Chief Engineer/Director of Campus Facilities
JOB PURPOSE: To maintain the efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and life safety systems within assigned buildings. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and adherence to all union rules, regulations, and contractual agreements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Systems Operation & Maintenance- Operate, monitor, and maintain central utility plant equipment, including boilers (steam and hot water), chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, pumps, and emergency generators.
- Perform routine and preventative maintenance (PM) on all building systems, including HVAC units (AHUs, FCUs, VAVs), motors, controls, and ancillary equipment, following manufacturer specifications and established schedules.
- Monitor and adjust the Building Management System (BMS/BAS) for optimal performance, energy efficiency, and tenant comfort.
- Conduct daily rounds and inspections of mechanical rooms, utility areas, and tenant spaces to ensure all equipment is operating correctly.
- Maintain water treatment logs and manage chemical inventories for boilers and cooling towers.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex mechanical and electrical issues that arise during daily operations.
- Respond promptly to, and prioritize, tenant/occupant work orders and emergency calls.
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized repairs or large-scale projects, ensuring their work meets required standards.
- Ensure strict compliance with all federal, state, and local codes, including DEP, DOB, FDNY, and OSHA regulations.
- Maintain all required logs, permits, and documentation accurately and ensure they are readily available for inspection.
- Adhere to all IUOE Local 30 and Wagner College rules, working hours, and standards of conduct.
- Follow established Lockout/Tagout, confined space, and hot work procedures.
- Active and in good standing membership with the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local 30.
- Minimum [e.g., 5] years of experience as a Stationary Operating Engineer in a large commercial or institutional facility.
- Possession of a valid required license, such as a [e.g., NYC Refrigeration Operating Engineer License (RSL). FDNY COFs
S95,Q01,S13,F01,G35
- Strong knowledge of chiller plant and boiler plant operations, maintenance, and repair.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS) such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, or Honeywell.
- Valid Driver’s License
Preferred
- Experience with [specific equipment, e.g., cogeneration systems, large centrifugal chillers, industrial steam boilers].
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
- Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills for complex mechanical and electrical failures.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings.
- Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for clear interaction with the facilities team, management, tenants, and vendors.
- Physically able to lift up to [e.g., 50] pounds, climb ladders, and work in restrictive spaces and adverse conditions (heat, cold, noise).
Compensation is highly competitive and determined by the Local 30 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and specific property contract.
- Hourly/Salary: Pay rate based on the Local 30 contract wage schedule for a Powerhouse Engineer.
- Union Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package as defined by the Local 30 Trust Funds, including:
- Health and Welfare benefits.
- Pension plan contributions.
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holidays) as per the CBA.
- Overtime pay in accordance with union contract rules.
Nothing in this job description restricts Management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Company
Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.
Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.
Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.
Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
