Review Vacancy
TitlePlant Utilities Engineer 2
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $54446 to $65849 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be reachable on the current Civil Service List, or be a New York State Employee eligible for transfer or reinstatement under section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description A Plant Utilities Engineer 2 is a working supervisor with direct responsibility for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing and calibration of mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air-conditioning, electrical distribution systems, fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
The incumbent functions as a physical plant manager, assisting College/Facilities management in planning, designing, developing, budgeting, and implementing major power plant renovation, major equipment overhauls and replacements, and energy conservation projects. They also function as the primary contact for contractor relations and provide information to College/Facilities management to facilitate physical plant operation and maintenance.
Illustrative Activities and Tasks
*Schedules staff to insure adequate coverage on all shifts.
*Assigns staff to maintenance and repair projects; observes and inspects work while in progress and when completed to insure the proper use of materials, workmanship, that safety regulations and relevant codes are followed, that schedules are met and that work is performed according to plan.
*May be required to supervise other trades or private contractors as needed.
*Supervises the handling of various types of hazardous materials, such as refrigerants, Freon, gas, fuel oil, solvents, antifreeze, biocides, nitrates, amines, ethanol, acids, caustic soda, regulated waste and refuse.
*Supervises the servicing and maintenance of residential heating and air conditioning equipment.
*Supervises and conducts boiler, HVAC, and water systems testing, analyzing results and adding chemicals to maintain proper residuals in boiler and piping systems.
*Operates and supervises staff in operation of high pressure boilers, air handling equipment and refrigeration equipment. *Duties include starting, regulating and troubleshooting equipment to maintain proper and reliable operation.
*Supervises operations and maintenance within an asbestos environment and/or supervise any asbestos removal project being carried out by other employees or private contractors insuring compliance with code rule 56 and OSHA regulations.
*Works in confined space situations using personal protective equipment, and supervises others working in confined space using personal protective equipment.
*Maintains working knowledge of OSHA, PESH, EPA, DEC, Health, NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code and Labor rules and regulations as they relate to the requirements of the occupation, including oil spills, chemical spills, air quality, stack emissions, and water contamination.
*Supervises the response to incidents having potential environmental impact and/or safety concerns, such as chemical spills, oil spills and blowouts, and may be called upon to implement evacuation plans in emergency situations.
*Incumbent will be trained in the operation and maintenance procedures as related to Asbestos Containing Materials.
*Required to perform on call duties.
Additional Comments *This is a full-time, 12-month position.
*This is a Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. position.
*The salary range for this position is SG-16 ($54,446- $65,849).
*This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country.
*SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
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Notes on ApplyingThe application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Priority is given to applications submitted by May 30, 2019.
A completed application consists of the following:
1. Current resume
2. Current cover letter
3. Names, emails and phone numbers of at least three professional references, preferably supervisors
4. Return of canvass letter, if applicable
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