Plant Utilities Engineer I - Suny Morrisville

Job Description:

Campus Title: Plant Utilities Engineer I

Budget Title: Plant Utilities Engineer I

Unit: CSEA-OSU; view our state benefits summary here!

Professional Rank and Salary Range: SG-14; $54,860

Duration: Calendar Year (12-month schedule)

Shift: 10:00PM - 6:00AM, Sunday through Thursday, or Tuesday through Saturday, (TBD, dependent on need).

Brief Description of Duties:

SUNY Morrisville is seeking a Plant Utilities Engineer I. On an assigned shift, Plant Utilities Engineer I reports to a higher level Plant Utilities Engineer or other trades supervisor, and is responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of a variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and mechanical equipment inside and outside of a physical plant; may supervise lower-level staff including Plant Utilities Assistants, Facility Operations Assistants, and contractors; may assume responsibility for physical plant operations on off hours; and may supervise other trades positions and contractors on a project or emergency basis.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operates, maintains, and repairs steam and hot water boilers, water supply and return systems, electronic and pneumatic combustion and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control systems, forced or induced draft fan systems, chiller systems, and other refrigeration equipment.

• Operates computers which control boiler operations, auxiliary equipment, and HVAC systems.

• Conducts boiler, HVAC, and water systems testing, analyzes results, and adds chemicals to maintain proper system functions.

• Balances air distribution systems, and maintains proper air temperature, humidity, freshness, and flow quality.

• Cleans, inspects, and maintains boilers, by performing chemical cleaning of equipment, repairing brickwork, replacing tubes, and maintaining boiler combustion and emissions.

• Performs chiller maintenance such as the cleaning of condenser tubes and evaporators, and the maintenance and repair of pumps, air compressors, steam systems, cooling towers, motors, and variable frequency drives.

• Performs maintenance and repair on various water and sewage pumping, filtration, and treatment equipment.

• Cleans, maintains, and repairs HVAC systems and equipment, calibrates controls, performs air testing and chemical treatment, and replaces air filters.

• Responds to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing calls; troubleshoots and coordinate necessary repairs.

• Maintains computerized energy management systems; troubleshoots problems; and identifies and replaces faulty equipment and devices.

• Identifies, recommends, and develops energy conservation projects and initiatives.

• May handle various types of hazardous materials; and respond to incidents having potential environmental impact and/or safety concerns, such as chemical spills, oil spills and blowouts; implements evacuation plans in emergency situations.

• May maintain right-to-know libraries, respond to inquiries, assess problems, and provide advice regarding incidents.

• May operate high or low voltage electrical distribution systems, steam, diesel and gas turbine generators, transformers and switch gears, load centers, motor control centers, panel boards, emergency power and lighting distribution systems, motor generator sets, and uninterrupted power supply systems.

• May supervise subordinate staff, including Plant Utilities Assistants, Facility Operations Assistants, contractors, and other trades staff.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must meet one of the following criteria:

• Transfer Eligible: You must have a current permanent appointment with a minimum of 1 year of service in a position of the same title or transferable title.

• Reinstatement Eligible: You must be a former state employee to request reinstatement to the title that was held (or transferable title);

• Qualify for our Canvass List:

• Open Competitive (this is tied to an open-decentralized exam, which is managed by SUNY Morrisville): you must meet four years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, HVAC, or auxiliary plant utilities equipment in commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities.

• (Please disregard if you have completed this exam in the last 6-months) Along with this application, please complete the online civil service exam: https://www.cs.ny.gov/extdocs/pdf/20-450&20-451.pdf

• Be sure to attach all documentation required to show proof of education and experience. This will be the only basis for rating your training, education, and experience.

• Bring the completed application to Brooks Hall, HR (3rd floor); or mail this completed form to SUNY Morrisville (ATTN HR); 80 Eaton St, Morrisville, NY 13408

• Applications will be reviewed and scored by the Human Resources department at SUNY Morrisville to be added to our canvass list.

Additional Information:

SUNY Morrisville is committed to creating a vibrant community enriched by diverse perspectives, talents and experiences, and prohibits discrimination in employment based on gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, physical capability, age, creed, sexual identity, veteran status, and economic means. We encourage applications from candidates who share this commitment and will contribute to the diversity of our college community, especially members of historically under-represented groups. AA/EEO/ADA

In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY Morrisville; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY Morrisville University Police at (315) 684-6410, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at (315) 684-6070, Office of Human Resources at (315) 684-6038 and or by accessing the following web site https://www.morrisville.edu/contact/offices/university-police/clery-act

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

Application Instructions:

Application Deadline: Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates should submit their application by as soon as possible, to assure optimal consideration.

Application Procedure: Application materials are required to be submitted on-line at http://www.morrisville.edu/careers

Please provide Cover Letter, Resume, and at least three employment references (we will not contact references without prior permission).