Plant Utilities Engineer 1 - SG-14
Posting Number: S429P
Application Deadline: 10/18/2026
Department: S429P
FT - PT: Full Time
Part-time %:
Minimum Salary: $59049 + $4,150 (location pay)
Maximum Salary: $59,049 + $4,150 (location pay)
Description:
Plant Utilities Engineers are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of
physical plants in State facilities at various State agencies. Positions operate, maintain,
troubleshoot, repair, test, and calibrate mechanical and electrical equipment providing
heat, hot water, ventilation, air-conditioning and electrical distribution; advise on
renovations and replacement of equipment; and initiate energy conservation activities.
Illustrative Tasks
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.
The SUNY Purchase College is considered to be the employee's work location. An employee can be assigned to work in any area(s) of Purchase College (ex. dorms, academic buildings, non-academic buildings, etc.). Assignment(s) can also be split to include multiple work areas.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Either 1. Graduate of heating, HVAC, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration apprenticeship program from the U.S. Air Force;
Or 2. Must have been an enlisted machinery technician (MK) with the U.S. Coast Guard OR possession of a certificate as a Marine Engineer issued by the U.S. Coast Guard;
Or 3. Must have been an enlisted power generation equipment repairer with the U.S. Army;
Or 4. Must have been an enlisted gas turbine systems technician, submarine nuclear propulsion plant operator reactor control, utilities man, machinist mate, or engineman with the U.S. Navy; Or 5. Must have a Merchant Mariner's Document (MMD) and have been a qualified member of the engine department (QMED) as an oiler, fireman/water tender, refrigerating engineer or engineman with the U.S. Merchant Marine;
Or 6. Completion of a New York State Department of Labor registered apprenticeship program for stationary engineers, plant maintenance (plumber/steamfitter), HVAC Mechanic or plant maintenance (refrigeration/AC);
Or 7. Possession of a High-Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer License or Stationary Engineer License;
Or 8. A Bachelor's degree in Facilities Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Marine Engineering;
Or 9. Four (4) years of full-time hands on experience in the maintenance and operation of commercial, industrial, institutional facility, computer applications of digital energy platforms and building analytics and/or performing diagnosis, repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment;
Or 10. Four (4) year of full-time hands on experience in a residential setting performing diagnosis, operation, maintenance repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment;
Or 11. An associate's degree in HVAC AND two (2) years of qualifying experience in the maintenance and operation of commercial, industrial, institutional facility, computer applications of digital energy platforms and building analytics and/or performing diagnosis, repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment;
Or 12. Completion of an HVAC certificate or diploma from a BOCES program (900 hours) OR completion of an approved certificate in HVAC, electrical, refrigeration, boiler operations and maintenance, or plumbing from an accredited technical school or technology college AND two (2) years of qualifying experience in the maintenance and operation of commercial, industrial, institutional facility, computer applications of digital energy platforms and building analytics and/or performing diagnosis, repair of HVAC systems or boilers or auxiliary equipment.
Position is an Open Competitive. Candidates must take and pass a NYS Department of Civil Service exam for a PUE 1.
Valid/Unrestricted driver's license required. Candidates may be required to work overtime.
The Heating Plant is a twenty-four (24) hour operation with rotating shifts. Position works a 5 day work schedule with 2 pass days (may include working Saturday and Sunday, holidays and providing coverage {including emergencies} on the following shifts: 7:00 am to 3:00pm, 3:00 pm to 11:00pm and 11:00 pm to 7:00 am). Work schedule to be determined by management.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL - Note that all classified employees assigned to the Grounds, Custodial, Heating/Plumbing, Electrical, Automotive, Maintenance Trades Departments are deemed to be essential employees. In the event of an emergency, essential employees are required to report to work as scheduled and remain at work, if needed, based upon the operational needs of Purchase College.
Special Note:
About Purchase College, SUNY
A top 10 public school, according to U.S. News & World Report, Purchase College,
part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is a dynamic campus
that combines conservatory training in the visual and performing arts with
programs in the liberal arts and sciences, in order to inspire an appreciation
for both intellectual and artistic talents in all students. Purchase
College, SUNY is a community of students, faculty, and friends where
open-minded engagement with the creative process leads to a lifetime of
intellectual growth and professional opportunity. For more information about
the college, visit Purchase College.
Benefits -
• Health, dental, and vision benefits are available to eligible employees after a 28-day waiting period. More information regarding other benefits such as generous paid time off, tuition assistance, and retirement systems can be found on SUNY's Benefit Summaries website.
• Purchase College is a qualifying government employer allowing eligible employees to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Access to the NAEYC-accredited, on-campus child care at The Children's Center.
• Discounted access to the world-class Performing Arts Center, free admission to the Neuberger Museum of Art, and free access to the athletic facilities.
• Other benefits include business-casual dress and an opportunity to telecommute (dependent on job function and operational need). For detailed information on some of the College's employee benefits, visit the College's Human Resources/Benefits website.
Nondiscrimination Policy - Purchase College is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to service, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the Purchase community (including vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic. To view the entire policy, please visit the following website: Purchase College Human Resources Policies and Procedures website.
Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Purchase College is an AA/EEO employer. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and the availability regarding the University's current campus security policies. Purchase College's Annual Security Report is available at Purchase College NYS University Police Website.
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