Plant Utilities Engineer 1

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Date Posted 05/29/25

Applications Due06/19/25

Vacancy ID188968

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AgencySUNY Delhi

TitlePlant Utilities Engineer 1

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade14

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $56606 to $68360 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 7 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Delaware

Street Address 454 Delhi Drive

City Delhi

StateNY

Zip Code13753

Duties Description SUNY Delhi seeks a dynamic, forward thinking, and engaging Plant Utilities Engineer 1 to join the Facilities Department. SUNY Delhi prides itself on being a welcoming college community for all. Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are integral components of the highest quality academic programs and the strongest campus climate. The college seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that inclusive excellence will be affirmed.

The Plant Utilities Engineer 1 (PUE1) at SUNY Delhi on an assigned shift will work in the Central Steam Plant, and on various independent heating systems throughout campus. As assigned, the Plant Utilities Engineer 1 will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of our High-Pressure Steam Plant consisting of three, 350 hp boilers, and one 600 hp boiler, operating at 60lbs of steam. In addition, SUNY Delhi has several independent oil and gas-red steam and hydronic boilers, hot air furnaces and roof-top air handlers throughout campus. Assignments may include maintaining water treatment, monitoring, troubleshooting, repairing, over-hauling pumps, repairing steam lines, and associated HVAC equipment. This position will utilize computer energy management software to monitor systems activity. PUE 1 may be responsible for the supervision of a Plant Utilities Assistant, and will assume responsibility for physical plant operations during off hours. Additionally, this position may be required to perform any related tasks listed in the New York State Department of Civil Service Classification Standard.

General duties include, but are not limited to:

Operates, maintains, and repairs high pressure steam and hot water boilers, water supply and return systems.

Responds to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing calls; troubleshoots and coordinate necessary repairs.

Operates computerized energy management systems that control boiler operations, auxiliary equipment, and HVAC Systems.

Conducts boiler, and water testing, analyses result and adds chemicals to maintain proper system functions.

Cleans, inspects and maintains boiler, by performing chemical cleaning, repairing brick work, replacing tubes, calibrating controls, and maintaining boiler combustion and emissions.

May assist with maintenance and repair on various water and sewage pumping, filtration, and treatment equipment.

Performs work on underground steam distribution lines.

May handle various types of hazardous materials; and respond to incidents having potential environmental impact and/or

Initiate campus response to incidents including oil spills, chemical spills, air quality, stack emissions and water contamination.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, including the tools of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades.

May supervise subordinate staff, including Plant Utilities Assistants, Facility Operations Assistants, other trades staff, etc.

May be required to obtain asbestos removal certification

May be required to operate and test campus pool

May be required to obtain NYS Class C water operator's license

Under the general direction of a Plant Utilities Engineer 1, or higher level plant utilities position, the Plant Utilities Assistant assists in the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air-conditioning, and electrical distribution. A full description of the duties can be found at: Plant Utilities Assistant illustrative duties.

Note: Driving a motor vehicle is required for this position and applicants must have an unrestricted valid driver's license.

INDEPENDENCE OF OPERATION

The Plant Utilities Assistant is supervised by a Plant Utilities Engineer 1, who makes assignments and provides assistance and instruction. The Plant Utilities Assistant performs many of the tasks with considerable independence although the supervisor may be called when a problem arises. Plant Utilities Assistants perform some of the same tasks as a Plant Utilities Engineer 1, under direction and specific instruction.

As assigned, the Plant Utilities Assistant may supervise Plant Utilities Helpers by making assignments, giving instructions, and providing assistance in performing the work.

Minimum Qualifications Completion of the NY State Civil Service decentralized exam, and reachable, for Plant Utilities Engineer 1.

HVAC certificate OR

Diploma, four (4) years full-time hands-on of qualifying experience

Associate's degree and two (2) years of qualifying experience

Satisfactory completion of a training course in fundamentals of stationary engineering, and either satisfactory completion of an appropriate mechanical or electrical experience: or four years' experience in the operation and/or maintenance of high-pressure type steam boilers, or auxiliary high-pressure steam lines and equipment.

The successful candidate for this position must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position satisfactorily.

Must be willing to enter confined space

Must complete an annual respirator test.

Valid NYS Driver's license

Additional Comments Status: Full-time, Permanent

• Negotiating Unit: 03 - Operational Services Unit (OSU)
• Starting Salary: SG-9, $56,506
• Schedule: 7 am - 3 pm, 3 pm - 11 pm, or 11 pm - 7 am shift, 40 hrs/wk , 7 days/wk (Monday - Sunday). Position may include holiday work.
• Reports to: Plant Utilities Engineer 3
• Location: SUNY Delhi Heating Plant - Facilities
• This position offers full New York State CSEA, benefits, which are among the most comprehensive in the country
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• SUNY Delhi has a strong commitment to Affirmative Action and Cultural Diversity. The College welcomes responses from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
• SUNY Delhi is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
• Although the vacancies are in the areas indicated, the appointing authority shall have the right to direct appropriate transfers and reassignments of employees to other areas.

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Street 454 Delhi Drive

City Delhi

State NY

Zip Code 13753

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please submit:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Contact information for three professional references

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