Facilities at Farmingdale State College seeks to fill a Plant Utilities Engineer 2 vacancy. 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. Specifically, Plant Utilities Engineers 2 supervise Plant Utilities Engineers 1 and/or other lower-level staff engaged in plant operations, maintenance, and repair activities. In large operations, positions report to a higher-level Plant Utilities Engineer, and may function as a shift supervisor over one or more plant operations functions; may assume responsibility for physical plant operations on off hours; and may supervise other trades positions and contractors on a project or emergency basis. Additional duties may include but are not limited to: Schedules, plans, and supervises the activities of skilled and semi-skilled employees and contractors involved with plant operations, maintenance, and repair activities. Provides training, instruction, and assistance to staff in the performance of tasks, and implements changes in procedures to improve efficiency. Inspects plant equipment and operations to ensure proper maintenance, scheduling, and safe and efficient operations. Prepares estimates of materials, parts needs, and costs; orders or directs ordering of materials, equipment, and parts; and maintains tool and equipment inventories per applicable policies and standards. Supervises and coordinates the handling of various types of hazardous materials and the response to any incidents having potential environmental impact or safety concerns. Identifies budget requirements, including staffing, repair, maintenance, material, and equipment needs; makes recommendations to assist with preparation of annual operating budgets. Enforces energy conservation protocols and supervises the installation and modification of equipment to obtain peak energy efficiency. Transfers from other New York State agencies are welcome to apply. Applicants may also be appointed to this position if currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title OR are a current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 6 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Appointments from the eligible list will take priority. Provided a list appointment cannot be made, other candidates will be considered. The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include: Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion. Interest in participating in student-centered service activities. Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

One year of permanent service as a Plant Utilities Engineer 1. Clear driving record.

Additional Information:

Hiring procedures in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law. Grade 16

Salary:

$63,136 + $4,000 location pay = $67,136 Total Annual Compensation The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans. Click here for New York State CSEA Benefits Summary Visit our Why Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer. The Consumer Information web page can be viewed at the following link - http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information This page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College's operations. Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of 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 any other legally protected status.