Job ID: 199281
Number of Positions: 2
Civil Service Title: STATIONARY ENGINEER (ELECTRIC)
Title Code No: 91645
Level: 00
Job Category: Maintenance & Operations
Career Level: Experienced (non-manager)
Proposed Salary Range: $363.92 - $363.92 (Daily)
Work Location: 2398 State Rt 28A, Olivebridge, NY 12461
Division/Work Unit: Catskill Div Off (Source Div)
Hours/Shift: 40 Hours per week / Day shift
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by supplying clean drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, and reducing air, noise and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. We deliver 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water per day to 8.3 million New York City residents and more than 1 million people in Upstate New York, and we collect and treat an average of 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day.
The Bureau of Water Supply seeks to hire two (2), Stationary Engineer (Electric) (SEE) positions to be located in Olivebridge, Ulster County New York. Working in the Western Operations Division (WOD) under general supervision, the candidates will serve as a Stationary Engineer (Electric) in the Bureau of Water Supply’s new Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Preventative Maintenance Improvement (PIP) Team. The selected candidates will report to the DEP facilities in Olivebridge and from there provide support across BWS’ Operations Directorate at facilities located east and west of the Hudson River.
Specifically, this position will be focused on the following duties as they relate to the HVAC PIP Team: operate, inspect, maintain, repair, test and adjust voltage feeds and equipment such as: generators, pumps, transformers, electric motors, bearings, switchboards, controllers, compressors, meters, gauges, valves, fittings, heating and cooling apparatus, converters, rectifiers, controls, circuit breakers, fixtures, etc. in accordance with applicable codes and standards; oil, clean and make minor repairs to equipment; read meters, gauges, and recording devices; keep and maintain written and computerized records and generate pertinent reports; may be placed in responsible charge of facilities and/or equipment related watch.
Performance of these tasks and responsibilities shall be in support of a new HVAC PIP Team and be focused on HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems. The SEE shall also provide valuable input in relation to the development of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program that will be integrated into a new Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Additionally, the SEE shall be responsible for responding to facility work orders that pertain to corrective maintenance, small projects, immediate safety concerns and other undertakings. The SEE will be required to assist in the requisition of supplies and equipment, manage inventory, conduct emergency and scheduled water supply system and building/facility operations and repairs, complete tasks and standards evaluations for subordinates and enforce agency regulations and safety procedures. Lastly, the SEE may operate motor vehicles or other equipment in the performance of assigned duties. Shift and/or weekend coverage may be required.
Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience within the last 10 years in responsible charge of the operation of plants or facilities utilizing high tension electrical equipment (600 volts or more), including troubleshooting and repairing such equipment, in one or more of the following: electrical generating stations, electrical switching stations, water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, water pumping stations or high volume ventilation systems; or
2. A baccalaureate degree in electrical, civil or mechanical engineering from a college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U. S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and two years of fulltime satisfactory experience as described in “1" above; or
3. An associate degree in Science or Applied Science from a college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U. S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), with a major in Water Quality Monitoring, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations, Environmental Health, Environmental Control, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, and four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1" above and; or
4. Two years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in “1" above plus three years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician; or
5. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience within the last 10 years as an electrician, including three years of full-time satisfactory experience troubleshooting and repairing high tension electrical equipment (600 volts or more) such as that described in “1" above; or
6. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1", “2", “3", “4", or “5" above. Education may be substituted for experience on the basis that one year of experience will be credited for each 60 semester credits from a college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U. S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), leading to a baccalaureate or associate degree in one of the disciplines described in “2" or “3" above. However, all candidates must have at least two years of satisfactory experience as described in “1"" above, except for candidates who qualify under “5” above.
Preferred Skills
Experience, knowledge, and/or certifications associated with the following:
• High and low pressure boilers
• Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to include applicable refrigerant certifications
• Building and process related mechanical systems
• Large and small scale piping, valves and associated operators
• High voltage devices, equipment and associated applications
• Electrical instrumentation and controls in relation to HVAC and building mechanical system
Additional Information
DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce. Your voluntary response to the NYCAPS on-line application section for referral information will assist us tremendously in our ability to track the success or our outreach and recruitment efforts. Please be sure to indicate your source of referral to this job. Olivebridge, a hamlet in Ulster County New York located in the Catskill Mountains area, is approximately 100 miles north of Midtown Manhattan.
To Apply
Go to NYC Careers https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/ and enter Job ID Number 199281in the Quick Search box.
For current City employees, log onto Employee Self Service and search for Job ID Number 199281.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
The City of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer