Engineer - 10 Halletts Point

Durst Profile For over 100 years, The Durst Organization has been a family-run business dedicated to the principles of innovation, integrity, community, and sustainability. We develop, build, own, and manage premier office towers and residential buildings that set new standards in environmental responsibility and user efficiency. Our enduring relationships with our tenants and partners are critical to our success and have made us generations of builders, building for generations. Our Mission Statement: We build, own, and operate many of the world’s most innovative and efficient buildings. We create value for our tenants and partners by developing sustainable residential and commercial properties in which people live, work, and thrive. Overview

The Durst Organization is seeking two (2) Engineer roles at 10 Halletts Point, located in Astoria, Queens.

The shift and schedule for these positions will be: 

Tuesday-Saturday from 3:00pm-11:00pm (Days Off Sunday and Monday); OR Sunday-Thursday from 3:00pm-11:00pm (Days Off Friday and Saturday).

This position is a Local 94 union position and the Salary Range (Minimum/Maximum) is: $44.96/hour-$49.96/hour.

Responsibilities

• In a safe manner, start up, regulate, repair and shut down equipment. Including Multistack chillers and Areco boilers
• Ensure equipment operates safely and within established limits by monitoring attached meters, gauges and computerized controls
• Perform and document all preventive maintenance task on MEP systems
• Use of hand and power tools to perform repairs and maintenance ranging from a complete overhaul to replacing defective valves, gaskets or bearings in a safe manner
• Hands on in all aspects of diagnostics, repair and operation of refrigeration supplemental cooling
• Review BMS for operational performance and critical alarms. Provide feedback to correct
• Record relevant events and facts concerning operation and provide diagnosis for corrective action
• Audit safety device and identify and troubleshoot any problem areas
• Test and chemically treat hydronic systems to prevent corrosion and harmful deposits
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned to as it relates to a campus work environment.(multiple buildings)
• Follow all PPE and LOTO safety protocols
• Support all staff, Handyman, Porters and subcontractors as needed. Receive direction from Concierge
• Perform necessary tasks and workorders within residential units as assigned and required
• Support all staff, Handyman, Porters and subcontractors as needed
• General maintenance, orderliness, and cleanliness to ensure the facilities and equipment in the building and resident’s apartments are in good working order at all times.
  • Executes daily routine work orders and escalates issues upward as necessary
  • Builds and repairs cabinets, counters, closets, and other carpentry as needed
  • Making minor electric repairs (switches, receptacles, light fixtures, etc)
  • Plastering and painting as needed on small and large scales
  • Minor plumbing including but not limited to repairing leaks, minor pipe replacements, appliance repairs (washers/dryers, refrigerators, etc)
  • Repairs entrance and internal doors, locks, hinges, create keys and other operable hardware
  • Snow removal and perimeter maintenance as required

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years as operating engineer in high-rise building or campus site
• Fire Safety Director Certification
• Sprinkler/Standpipe Certification
• Air Compressor Certification
• BMS and control experience
• EPA Universal Certification.
• Experience with HW boilers, Multistack chillers, Electrical, Plumbing and Sprinkler Standpipe Systems
• Knowledge of other Fire Safety systems
• Minimum of 3 years year’s basic electrical experience – that encompassed minor troubleshooting and wiring
• Minimum of 3 years year’s plumbing experience – bathroom repair, soldering, pipe threading, pro press
• Physical ability to climb ladders, and lift up to 75 lbs. on a regular basis, enter and operate in confined spaces, operate power tools
• Ability to work with exposure to elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, or chemicals with proper PPE
• Positive attitude and communication skills is a priority

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid New York City Fire Department Refrigeration Machine Operator License with a minimum of one year’s continuous experience

EEOC Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran

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