Assistant Chief in New York, New York at Mutual Redevelopment Houses

The Powerhouse Assistant Chief Engineer responsibilities include but are not limited to the following major items.

Primary Job Tasks Responsibilities:

On a daily basis:

• Organize the job schedule for the day crew (Lead mechanic, watch operator, and mechanics).

• Coordinate with generator technicians on work schedule.

• Responsible for generator sequence changes when required.

• Responsible for the operation of the equipment in the powerhouse and pump rooms.

• Bring to the Chief Engineers attention any items that need addressing.

• Take hourly equipment readings, visually inspect operating and non-operating equipment.

• Coordinate vacation and time off schedule of engineers and watch operators.

• Provide technical guidance when required for the engineers, mechanics and watch operators.

• Monitor fuel consumption and inform Chief Engineer when and how much fuel needs to be ordered.

• Keep an accurate log of the maintenance and operation of all equipment and events in the Powerhouse.

• Assume some of the Chief Engineer’ duties that require immediate attention in the Chiefs absence.

• Be on call 24/7 for all emergencies should they arise.

On a monthly basis:

• Oversee the measurement of the fuel oil storage tanks and supply the Chief Engineer with the levels.

• Provide the Chief Engineer with the fuel delivery data for the month and fuel consumed data.

• Update records in the MPP manual kept onsite for the cooling towers maintenance and inspections as required for the Department of Health.

Qualifications:

• NYC Department of Buildings Stationary Engineer License

• FDNY Refrigeration Engineer License

• FDNY Air Compressor Certificate

• Work experience with steam boilers, chillers and cooling towers.

• Understanding and awareness of generators

• Experience with motors, pumps, fans, storage tanks, expansion tanks and piping systems.

• Trouble shooting and problem solving.