Operating Engineer-Hvac Jobs

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Join our team at Mercy Hospital and discover why Catholic Health was named Long Island's Top Workplace.

• Performs visual rounds throughout the facility including all machine rooms, boiler and chiller plants to observe operation and make adjustments as needed. Logs pressures, temperatures and fluid levels. Makes changes to pumps and valve operations in the event of leaks or failures. Monitor control system, electrical Makes adjustments to temperature and humidity levels to maintain desired levels using the Building Automation System.
• May be required to perform snow removal and operate heavy equipment during inclement weather. Also, will be required to work overtime for projects and emergency situations.
• Maintain, including cleaning and repair, all systems necessary to the production of steam chill water, hot water, and condensate reclamation. Assembles structural and functional components, such as motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring harnesses, valves, pumps, compressors, condensers and pipes by screwing, bolting, welding and brazing, using hand tools.
• Dismantles malfunctioning systems and tests components using electrical, mechanical and pneumatic testing equipment.
• Performs safety tests on burner shutdowns and low water cut offs, and flushing of all strainers.
• Fabricates, assembles, installs, services and/or repairs unlimited industrial and commercial air conditioning, refrigeration systems, as well as, boiler and heating components.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission, values and legacy of Mercy Medical Center.
• Required to perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor or be required to carry out emergency duties when necessary.
• Advises his/her Supervisor of any operational deficiency, necessary maintenance and repair supplies needed.
• Performs all cleaning and repairs to boilers and associated equipment including preparation for annual insurance inspection.
• Must maintain all machine rooms in a neat and clean manner.
• Performs related duties as assigned by his/her Supervisor.
• Replaces, adjusts, troubleshoots defective or worn parts, change filters and belts on mechanical equipment.
• Directs the work of others assigned to him/her.
• Operating engineer will be available to assist Maintenance Mechanic in general maintenance tasks during off hours.
• Performs chemical testing of boiler and chilled water systems and makes appropriate adjustments.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Must be able to properly understand electrical and mechanical blueprints and control schematics.
• Mathematical and scientific ability/aptitude to be able to understand and perform calculations regarding all types of HVAC equipment.

• High School Graduate or Equivalency.
• One (1) year in a vocational school on refrigeration systems.
• Graduate of Trade School, plus 6 months in specialty training. Possess NYC Refrigeration Operators Certification and/or N.I.U.L.P.E. certification.