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Lead Plant Engineer
Yeshiva University
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Posted:
November 20, 2020
Location:
New York, New York
Salary:
Open
Categories:
Engineering, Staff/Administrative



Lead Plant Engineer


Job No: 494167
Work Type: Staff 1199 Union, Staff Full-time
Department: Facilites & Maintenance
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Facilities/Maintenance

Position Summary:
Provides maintenance of the infrastructure systems; provides maintenance, troubleshooting and repair services on all of the University's heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.

The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm.


Position Responsibilities:
  • Assist other lower grade mechanics in performing emergency and/or periodic maintenance as well as the overhauling and repairing of mechanical equipment assigned to the Department of Plant Operations
  • Inspect, test, troubleshoot and repair all mechanical and electrical HVAC equipment
  • Disassemble, test and repair components such as, but not limited to, electrical motors, DDC controls, pneumatic controls, switches, valves, pumps, compressors, various piping and tubing, repair and/or adjust defective or worn parts as necessary to restore HVAC equipment
  • Coordinate with Department Heads to ensure availability of facilities/areas to be repaired/maintained and minimize hindrance to ongoing operations
  • Determine and monitor stock inventory levels that pertain to the Plant Operations Department
  • Perform other job related duties as required.

Subject to being on-call, carrying a pager or two-way radio, working with hazardous materials, schedule changes based on the needs of the University and long hours to complete/perform scheduled or emergency functions/projects. Will report to senior Plant Operations staff.


Experience & Educational Background:
  • High School and Related Trade School diploma plus a minimum of 12 years of mechanical experience maintaining heating and air-conditioning equipment
  • NYC No. 6 Boiler Operator License; CFC Universal Refrigeration Certification
  • NYC Refrigeration Engineers License is required.


Skills & Competencies:
  • Capable of lifting, pushing and carrying various heavy tools, equipment and material
  • Climb, balance, kneel, stoop or crouch to gain access to pipes, valves and equipment
  • Ability to use hand and power tools
  • Must adhere to operational safety rules and regulations as deemed by the University
  • Must be able to follow directives and possess good communication skills and ability to interact with building/office occupants effectively
  • Must be able to provide coverage on weekends and emergencies including severe weather emergencies
  • Strong mechanical aptitude servicing HVAC equipment including absorption air-conditioning systems and high-pressure steam equipment
  • Able to withstand exposure to wet and cold conditions as well as noise and vibrations from operating machinery
  • Competence to start and stop the various systems
  • Knowledge of proper and improper operation of heating and cooling systems/components
  • Knowledge of chemical treatment procedures and testing
  • Ability to perform major planned maintenance on systems/components as well as operation/maintenance of various heating/cooling systems
  • Ability to assume various specific assigned responsibilities for diagnostics, operations, maintenance and rehabilitation of major heating/cooling system components
  • Ability to direct and supervise major repair, renewal and rehabilitation of heating and cooling system components
  • Train lower level grade personnel as assigned
  • Ability to direct and supervise all phases of assigned projects on a building-by-building basis


Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://careers.pageuppeople.com/876/cw/en-us/job/494167/lead-plant-engineer


About Us:
Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more.

We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.

The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the Universitys retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.


Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.






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About Yeshiva University
Yeshiva University has been transforming lives for more than a century. Nowhere but here can students have a personal, small college experience while benefitting from the academic rigor of a top ranked research university. Since its inception YU has been dedicated to melding the ancient traditions of Jewish law and life with the heritage of Western civilization, and each year we celebrate as future leaders make YU their home. Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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