Steam Plant Operations Specialist

1 day ago


New York, New York, United States Columbia University Full time
Job Summary

The Columbia University is seeking a highly skilled Watch Engineer to join its facilities operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and reliable operation, preventive maintenance, and corrective repair of high-pressure steam generating and chiller systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, perform, and/or assist in routine and emergency operations functions of the steam/chiller plant
  • Oversee Assistant Watch Engineers and ensure proper rounds, log entries, and start-up and shut-down procedures in accordance with University policy
  • Maintain, repair, and operate system equipment, auxiliary systems, and utilize computer-monitoring systems
  • Collaborate with plant-related trades and management to ensure smooth operations
  • Observe electrical switchboard and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and/or Building Management System (BMS) to inform decisions on system operations
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment
  • Perform duties assigned in an emergency within job classification
Requirements
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Minimum of one (1) year plant operations and maintenance experience
  • Current NYC Stationary Engineer license for high-pressure steam
  • Current NYC Refrigeration System Operation's Certificate of qualification
  • All Licenses and certifications required by city, state, and governing agencies
Preferred Qualifications
  • Two (2) years internal CU experience in plant operations and maintenance
  • Four (4) years external operations experience with gas and oil-fired high-pressure steam boilers, absorption, mechanical, centrifugal chiller machines, and/or BMS controls
  • Four (4) years of maritime/navy experience in plant operations and maintenance
  • Holds a Marine Engineer certificate from the United States Coast Guard
  • Associate's or higher degree in plant operations and maintenance or equivalent
About Columbia University

Columbia University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.



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