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Engineer

Empire State Realty Trust
New York City, USA
Full-time
Mid · 5+ years experience
Onsite
USD 46.31-51.46 hourly / hour
Discovered 1 months ago
BMSHVAC

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  • Perform all duties of FLSD (Fire Life Safety Director) including, Fire Brigade duties, working with vendors taking systems off then online for construction, filling out all required FDNY forms and logs, afterhours FDNY inspections, Siemens repairs, etc.
  • Supervision of Contractors including scheduled after-hours work
  • Assist Contractors in all standpipe/sprinkler and/or fire alarm isolation, testing, etc.
  • Conduct repairs and overhauls of equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance and extend lifespan
  • Take amp readings to diagnose electrical issues and optimize system performance
  • Replace belts and motors as needed to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency
  • Change filters and perform routine maintenance tasks to prevent equipment downtime
  • Troubleshoot units to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively
  • Replace pumps and other equipment components as needed
  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance to identify potential issues before they become major problems
  • Collaborate with property management team to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders and inventory management
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and reduce costs
  • Building equipment shutdowns, as needed
  • Monitor BMS system for alarms and errors, take corrective action as needed.
  • Completion of house calls as needed, including repairs reported after hours by custodial, security staff, etc.
  • Respond promptly to all calls from operations requiring engineering assistance. (i.e. leaks, odors, windows, dangerous conditions, etc.) & enter in log
  • Perform scheduled inspections of sprinkler and standpipe system.
  • Perform monthly Fire Extinguisher maintenance / Standpipe/ Sprinkler logs. (NFPA required)
  • Perform routine building maintenance, preventative maintenance, and/or scheduled work and repairs on any/all equipment as directed by the Chief Engineer
  • Perform daily building inspections/ rounds of mechanical equipment rooms; repairs as needed.
  • Cooling Tower inspections and water testing as needed.
  • Responsible for seasonal monitoring and operation of building HVAC Systems:
  • Winter – heating system settings including winter freeze protection rounds as needed and Normal rounds (steam).
  • Summer – Logging and shut down of equipment for evening including chillers/pumps/fans + normal rounds.
  • Logging any abnormal conditions (i.e. lighting, carpentry, engineering, etc.) that needs to be directed to staff in am.
  • Alert night porters of any cleaning that can be addressed.
  • Common area work such as Corridors, bathrooms, stairways, etc...
  • Work assignments as needed.
  • Carries out other duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering, The General Manager and/or the Assistant Chief Engineer.
  • You are a highly motivated individual with a passion for engineering, who possesses the necessary skills needed in this role. You are an executer and can keep the Chief engineer updated on a daily basis. You are able to execute maintenance, repairs and engineering tasks in a proactive manner without specific direction from your supervisor. You have strong communication skills and the ability to communicate with both tenants and colleagues. You are organized and able to keep track of any issues that need to be fixed such as tenant or mechanical issues. You are punctual and prioritize attendance as a key component of the job.

• ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

  • 5+ years of experience with at least 1-2 years as an Engineer with administrative duties and/or other related experience in a Class “A” office building
  • Experienced running large tonnage chillers and all related equipment.
  • Experience as member of Fire Brigade and able to prove past service via notarized forms from previous employer in order for FDNY to issue FLSD
  • Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Experience reading blueprints
  • Ability to work in an efficient manner and multi-task with ease
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form
  • Ability to maintain calm in emergency situations
  • Ability to read manuals, safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools, equipment, methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work
  • Ability to write reports using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar
  • Ability to determine time, place, and sequence of operations or action to be taken on the basis of analysis of data and/or reports on events

• ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES

  • Ability to visually inspect the building
  • Ability to detect audible and/or visual emergency alarms
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Fire Life Safety Director License (F-89)

  • Standpipe and Sprinkler certifications. (S-12 and S-14)

• Pesticide Applicator (7G)

  • Fireguard/Torch (F-60)

• Air Compressor (G-35)

  • At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a collaborative work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. As a Great Place to Work® Certified employer, we are committed to maintaining our positive work culture where employees are engaged and can grow and develop. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture & Success Factors -
  • Adaptable – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently
  • Dynamic – you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT
  • Dependable – you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work
  • Passionate – you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
  • Curious – you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder
  • Ethical – you treat others with respect, act with integrity in how you perform your work, and embrace our collaborative culture
  • Positive – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through
  • Local 94 Benefits as per Collective Bargaining Agreement

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