Stationary Engineer

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION

Posted on 09/18/2026 Full-time Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

Exam may be required Department Stationary Engineers Salary range: $73.90 - $73.90 Save Job Description NYC Parks is an award-winning city agency that builds and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. These public spaces, encompassing over 5,000 properties and 14% of the city's land and coastline, include seawalls and waterfronts, pedestrian bridges, beaches and boardwalks, parks and playgrounds, historic houses, recreation centers and pools. We seek a qualified Stationary Engineers for 6 months (temporary position) to maintain and operate heating, refrigeration, or other types of systems essential for our operations. Major Responsibilities Under supervision operate, maintain, and adjust steam power plant and electronic mechanical building equipment. Operate, maintain, and adjust boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, equipment for heating, ventilating, air conditioning, lighting and associated equipment in public buildings and pumping stations. Make periodic inspections of equipment and minor repairs to such equipment. Operate control consoles and building management systems in control rooms. Prepare requisitions for materials and spare parts. Instruct and train subordinates and other personnel. Read and log meters, gauges, and other recording devices. Perform preventative maintenance. Inspect low-pressure boilers in accordance with a unified inspection procedure instituted by the New York City Department of Buildings. Keep records and produce reports. Qualification Requirements 1. A valid Certificate of Qualification for Refrigerating System Operating Engineer (Q-01/Q-99

•), issued by the New York City Fire Department; and 2. A valid Universal Section 608 Technician Certification issued by a certifying organization approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency. Certain positions require that candidates possess, within 90 days from the day of appointment, a valid certificate of fitness for Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems (S-95), Citywide Standpipe Systems (S-13), Citywide Sprinkler Systems (S-12) and/or to Operate and Maintain Air Compressors (A-35), issued by the New York City Fire Department. All required certificates must be maintained for the duration of the assignment. License Requirement 1. A valid license for High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer issued by the New York City Department of Buildings. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. 2. A motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license

Duration:

6 Months.

Expected Start Date:

10/01/2026. 40 hours per week.

NOTE:

References will be required upon request.

Fees:

Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $101.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $104.50 background check fee. How to

Apply:

Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 801245. All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications. Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume. If you have any questions or need a reasonable accommodation, contact: Michele.

Lignore-Diaz@parks.nyc.gov or Maria.

Ruiz@parks.nyc.gov.

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

nyc.gov/parks For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

STATIONARY ENGINEER - 91644

Minimum Qualifications A valid license for High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer issued by the New York City Department of Buildings. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. Preferred Skills 1. Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems. 2. A valid certificate for oil burning equipment issued by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). 3. Operate, maintain and adjust a chiller plant and all associated auxiliary equipment. 4. Excellent communication and organizational skills proficiency in Microsoft 365. 5. Ability to work rotating shifts, nights and weekends as needed. 6. A driver license valid in New York State. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Apply Save Job

ID 801245

Posted until 10/02/2026 Title code 91644 Civil service title

STATIONARY ENGINEER

Title classification Competitive-1 Business title Stationary Engineer Experience level: Experienced (non-manager) Job level 00 Number of positions 3 Work location Randalls Island 5-

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