Plant Utilities Engineer 1 (Grade 14) - NY HELPS

Location: Farmingdale, NY Category: Physical Plant/Facilities (including custodial) Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Wed Oct 14 2026 Job Description:

Facilities at Farmingdale State College seeks to fill a Plant Utilities Engineer 1 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.

Plant Utilities Engineers 1 reports to a higher level Plant Utilities Engineer or other trades supervisor, and is responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of a variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and mechanical equipment inside and outside of a physical plant; may supervise lower-level staff including Plant Utilities Assistants, Facility Operations Assistants, and contractors; 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:

• Operates, maintains, and repairs steam and hot water boilers, water supply and return systems, electronic and pneumatic combustion and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control systems, forced or induced draft fan systems, chiller systems, and other refrigeration equipment.

• Operates computers which control boiler operations, auxiliary equipment, and HVAC systems.

• Conducts boiler, HVAC, and water systems testing, analyzes results, and adds chemicals to maintain proper system functions.

• Balances air distribution systems, and maintains proper air temperature, humidity, freshness, and flow quality.

• Cleans, inspects, and maintains boilers, by performing chemical cleaning of equipment, repairing brickwork, replacing tubes, and maintaining boiler combustion and emissions.

• Performs chiller maintenance such as the cleaning of condenser tubes and evaporators, and the maintenance and repair of pumps, air compressors, steam systems, cooling towers, motors, and variable frequency drives.

• Performs maintenance and repair on various water and sewage pumping, filtration, and treatment equipment.

• Cleans, maintains, and repairs HVAC systems and equipment, calibrates controls, performs air testing and chemical treatment, and replaces air filters.

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

• Maintains computerized energy management systems; troubleshoots problems; and identifies and replaces faulty equipment and devices.

• Identifies, recommends, and develops energy conservation projects and initiatives.

• May handle various types of hazardous materials; and respond to incidents having potential environmental impact and/or safety concerns, such as chemical spills, oil spills and blowouts; implements evacuation plans in emergency situations.

• May maintain right-to-know libraries, respond to inquiries, assess problems, and provide advice regarding incidents.

• May operate high or low voltage electrical distribution systems, steam, diesel and gas turbine generators, transformers and switch gears, load centers, motor control centers, panel boards, emergency power and lighting distribution systems, motor generator sets, and uninterrupted power supply systems.

• May supervise subordinate staff, including Plant Utilities Assistants, Facility Operations Assistants, contractors, and other trades staff.

This title is part of the New York State Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). There is no examination required for appointment to a NY HELPS position.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected that NY HELPS employees will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to take an exam. Employees will then be afforded all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

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.

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 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Four years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, HVAC, or auxiliary plant utilities equipment in commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities.

• Valid NYS Driver's License.

Additional Information:

• Hiring procedures in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law.

• Grade 14 Salary: $59,049 + $4,150 location pay = $63,199 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 Benefits Summary (https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/benefits/benefit-summaries/CSEA-Benefits-at-a-Glance.pdf)

Visit our Why Work at FSC (https://www.farmingdale.edu/human-resources/why-work-at-farmingdale.shtml) page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer.

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

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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.