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Watch Engineer (Must have a valid NYC stationary engineer license)

Columbia University Facilities & Operations, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Columbia University Facilities & Operations Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Standard Work Schedule: Floating Shift-Must be available for various shifts (6a-2p, 2p-10, 10p-6a or 6a-2:30p), including holidays and weekends Building: Power House Salary Range: $67.41 - $67.41

Job Type: Support Staff - Union Bargaining Unit: TWU - B&G Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 40 Standard Work Schedule: Floating Shift-Must be available for various shifts (6a-2p, 2p-10, 10p-6a or 6a-2:30p), including holidays and weekends Building: Power House Salary Range: $67.41 - $67.41

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Watch Engineer is responsible for the safe and reliable operation, preventive maintenance, and corrective repair of high-pressure steam generating and chiller systems. Will be required to lead, perform, and/or assist in any routine and emergency operations function of the steam/chiller plant and will oversee Assistant Watch engineers. Duties of the watch Engineer cover, but not limited to proper rounds, log entries, proper start up and shut down procedures in accordance with University policy. The Watch Engineer may work across campuses as needed.

Responsibilities

Shall be proficient in employment of all tools, methods and materials pertaining to electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and instruments for steam generators (boilers) chiller and associated system within the plant. Maintain, repair and operate system equipment, auxiliary system and utilize computer- monitoring systems while working independently or under limited supervision and direction in accordance with sound engineering practices. Works in collaboration with all plant related trades and management. Observes electrical switchboard and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and/or BMS system to inform decisions on system operations. Maintain a clean and organized work environment. Must perform any duties assigned in an emergency within job classification. Oversight with direct and continuing supervision and development of individual’s progression assigned to the plant.

Schedule requirements:

Maybe required to work a variety of shifts/schedules. Available to work overtime Available for emergency calls or open shifts Must be available for shifts on weekends, holidays. Emergency conditions and weather conditions, in compliance with the “State of Emergency Memorandum of Agreement”.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent. Has a minimum of one (1) year of plant operations and maintenance. Current NYC Stationary Engineer license for high-pressure steam. Current NYC Refrigeration System Operation’s Certificate of qualification All Licenses and certifications required by the city, state, and governing agencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Has two (2) years of internal CU experience in plant operations & maintenance. Has external four (4) years operations experience with gas and oil-fired high-pressure steam boilers, absorption, mechanical, centrifugal chiller machine, and/or building management system (BMS) controls. Has four (4) years of maritime/navy experience in plant operations & maintenance. Holds a Marine Engineer certificate from the United States Coast Guard. Has a associates or higher Degree in plant operations & maintenance or equivalent.

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