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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 09/04/25

Applications Due09/19/25

Vacancy ID196908

NY HELPYes

AgencySUNY Plattsburgh

TitlePlant Utilities Engineer 2

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade16

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $63136 to $76359 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Clinton

Street Address 101 Broad Street

City Plattsburgh

StateNY

Zip Code12901

Duties Description This position oversees the efficient and reliable operation of the central heating plant, HTHW distribution, cooling systems, and ice rink equipment. Responsibilities include scheduling and managing plant operations, performing and coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring safe, timely completion of work. The Plant Utilities Engineer 2 will develop daily operating schedules (all shifts, vacation, relief, and overtime), supervise and evaluate staff (typically 7 PUE1s and 1 HVAC-R mechanic), and provide guidance, coaching, and safety oversight. Duties also include maintaining generator inspection records, planning and coordinating CHP projects, overseeing water treatment and pump seal replacements, and managing inventory, purchasing, and budget compliance. The role also requires identifying and implementing operational improvements, including energy reduction, training, and efficiency measures. The use of appropriate PPE, selecting and safely using the appropriate tools and equipment needed to complete the assigned tasks, and attending job related training is also required. As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.

Minimum Qualifications Must be eligible for permanent appointment to this title pursuant to civil service law

Promotion Eligibility:
One year of permanent service as a Plant Utilities Engineer 1

Additional Comments The Central Heating Plant maintains all heating, air conditioning, hot water, ventilation, and refrigeration services as well as overseeing the proper functioning of all elevators on campus. We also answer after hours calls and provide service, as needed, and are a 24/7 operation. We are part of the Administration & Finance division which provides essential services to our campus, local, state, federal and international customers. We are responsible for human, physical, financial and technical resources. As professionals, we navigate systems in a collaborative and sensitive way to assist the University in achieving its educational mission. The work schedule for this position will be discussed during the interview process and determined at time of offer

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Name Human Resource Services

Telephone 518-564-5062

Fax

Email Address HRS@plattsburgh.edu

Address

Street 101 Broad Street

City Plattsburgh

State NY

Zip Code 12901

 

Notes on ApplyingIf interested in this position please apply at https://jobs.plattsburgh.edu/postings/15616

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