Chief Engineer - The New York Public Library

Description

• The maintenance and operation of the building’s physical plant.
• Management of the SNFL maintenance team.  Provide a positive team environment in which members participate, respect, and cooperate to achieve desired results.

• Team members safe and efficient operating procedures.
• Best practices in the maintenance of equipment and machinery to prolong useful life and achieve efficient output. 

• How to manage building maintenance needs efficiently and sustainably, with limited resources.
• To stay up to date with BMS technologies and building code compliance.

• The ability of NYPL to provide Library Patrons and Staff with a safe and welcoming environment.

• Understand how the library is organized and physically laid out.
• Understand the specific goals and role of the Facilities Operations team.
• Know their departmental contacts.
• Perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and operate building systems.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for critical conditions, emergencies, or escalations.
• Participate in department planning meetings.
• Develop long term strategic goals..
• Oversee implementation of schedules for daily and periodic services.
• Resolve problems and create action plans within limited resources.

• Provide direction, motivation and set an example through open communication and modeling best practices.  Demonstrate ability to motivate others to meet a common goal; and, recognize and effectively leverage employees’ skills and abilities.  
• Develop cost estimates/ procure bids for repairs and renovations.

• Assures proper operation, maintenance, and service of all equipment and systems..
• Ensures the technical correction and completion of work contracted to outside vendors.
• Performs all required inspections and rounds as outlined by the department.
• Maintains logs for equipment, service, temperature, flows, consumption, as required. Notes changes in equipment status in logs.
• Operates, repairs, and maintains all chillers, air compressors, generators, motors, pumps, cooling towers, etc. by adjusting controls to maintain the optimum of operating conditions.
• Monitors and coordinates activities of other refrigerating system operating engineers, (Q-01), assigned to the building.
• Senior engineer present assumes the responsibilities for the fire brigade until such time as the NYC Fire Department arrives and takes jurisdiction when necessary.
• Operates and maintains cooling tower (water treatment, testing, and record keeping).
• Changes air filters as necessary.
• Cleans condensing coils, cooling coils and fan coil units.
• Replaces or adjusts pneumatic and electric controls, motors, including air compressors.
• Maintains air dampers.
• Maintains fans and ventilating systems.
• Monitors and adjusts BMS system as required.
• Trains and supervises all maintenance staff responsible for the maintenance of the physical plant and related equipment.
• Schedules rotating shifts and work assignments, monitors performance, orders materials and supplies, prioritizes tasks, and monitors and maintains logs of periodic maintenance and emergency situations.
• Maintains an overtime budget.
• May be required to respond to emergencies during non-scheduled hours. 
• Attends meetings as required
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• Graduation from a vocational or technical high school supplemented by advanced courses in plumbing, mechanical, electrical, or refrigeration skills; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Refrigerating System Operating Engineer (Q-01), issued by the NYC Fire Department. 
• Successfully demonstrated ability to qualify to obtain valid certificates of fitness for the following: Standpipe and Sprinkler systems; High Rise Fire Safety Director Class E, and Freon Handler (CFC). 
• Valid driver’s license and clear driving record. 

• Substantial successfully demonstrated supervisory experience in building trades in a collectively bargained environment and in the operation and maintenance of large scale heating, air conditioning (Large Central Units and Package Units), elevator, electrical, and plumbing systems. 
• Successfully demonstrated experience reading blue prints, maintaining logs, writing reports, and preparing work schedules. 

• Strong technical background in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Ability to manage a team and supervise building engineers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Google Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies.
• Must be familiar with all hand tools, specialty tools and equipment required to operate machinery throughout the facility.

• Manage onsite operating engineers and maintenance personnel.
• Coach others to develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in all areas within their function.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and local ordinances.

Preferred Qualifications

• F-89 - Fire and Life Safety Director
• S-95 - Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems
• P-98 - Supervision of Fuel-Oil Piping and Storage Systems
• P-99 - Low Pressure Oil Burner Operator
• A-35 - Certificate to Operate and Maintain Air Compressors
• S12/S13 - Sprinkler/ Standpipe Inspection Certification

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• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems 
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

• Public Service Library
• Mechanical Rooms and Roofs
• Office 

• Must be physically capable of making prescribed inspections and repairs of the plant, and be able to visually and audibly determine any discrepancies.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.