Watch Engineer Mechanic/Electrician

Job Title: Watch Engineer Mechanic/Electrician

Reports to: Engineer Supervisor

Department: Engineering

Job Summary:

Responsible for starting up, shutting down, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing, or arranging for repairs of all the building operating systems located within the property.

Also responsible for providing plumbing services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs; installing, repairing, and/or upgrading plumbing and waste water systems; ensuring compliance with accessibility; health and safety codes; and ensuring completion of projects in accordance with trade standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all preventive maintenance, necessary maintenance and repairs to the building mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems. Must be familiar with the location and have working knowledge of all building mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, life safety, fire protection and security systems to ensure proper operations and be able to act upon any conditions that are out of the ordinary.
• Conduct periodic general preventative maintenance on the mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems. This involves normal lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, replacement of consumable parts (such as filters, belts, indicator lights, etc.) and periodic testing of the equipment. These systems include, but are not limited to; air handling units, (including both rooftop and ceiling package units), re-circulating air systems, water pumping systems, cooling plant, heating plant, and all plumbing system components. Also conduct general building maintenance as needed.
• Be able to be on feet for extended periods of time, climb and work from ladders, and scaffolds.
• Be responsive to both staff and tenant requests in the areas of safety, plumbing, mechanical electrical and environmental needs through both personal contact and work order systems.
• Responds to routine and emergency calls for repair and service as directed supervisory staff.
• Maintain maintenance logs and records, life safety records and logs. Familiarity with preventive maintenance and work order systems.
• Responsible for open and effective lines of communication to supervisory staff regarding past, current and future assignments and emergencies.
• Perform all assigned work so as to ensure the safety of the buildings staff and tenants and the continuous operation of the building.
• Be familiar with and conform to all written operating procedures associated with the site.
• Assist in snow and ice clearing operations, including the coordination of plowing and salting activities.
• Responsible for understanding all of the engineering teams roles and are able to be interchangeable in roles and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor for the purpose of ensuring the efficient, safe and effective environment of the Riverside Church.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2 to 5 years’ experience
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to interact in a collaborative manner with departments and supervisory staff

Certificates and Licenses Required:

• NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness- Fire Safety/EAP Director
• NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness-A-35 Operate & Maintain Air Compressors
• NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness-G-60 Torch Use of Flammable Gas
• NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness-P-98 Supervise Fuel Storage in Buildings
• NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness- S-12- Citywide Sprinkler System
• NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness- S-13- Citywide Standpipe System
• NYC Fire Department Certificate of Fitness- F-01 Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment
• Must have Q-1 or CFC Universal Certificate

TRCis an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee, or applicant for employment, shall be discriminated against in any term or condition of employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are constantly striving to make our organization anti-racist. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. As an employee, you become part of that mission. We expect this same commitment from our staff.