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New Museum of Contemporary Art · 5 days ago

Assistant Building Engineer

New York, NY, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$65K/yr - $65K/yr

The New Museum of Contemporary Art is a leading institution dedicated to contemporary art and culture. They are seeking an Assistant Building Engineer to ensure the maintenance and safety of the museum's building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, while supervising contractors and assisting other staff as needed.

Museums & Institutions

Responsibilities

Monitor building systems using BMS, local indicators, visual inspections, and routine patrolling

Perform routine maintenance on HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, assist with repairs as needed

Organize and maintain mechanical spaces and workshops

Maintain supply inventory, tools and equipment

Inspect and maintain fire and life safety systems per FDNY Rules

Perform duties related to events, public programming, and other special projects as needed

Emergency response coverage as required

Qualification

HVAC proficiencyPlumbing proficiencyElectrical proficiencyBMS operationMicrosoft OfficeFDNY CertificatesBasic computer literacyCommercial facility experience

Required

Basic electrical, mechanical, plumbing proficiency

Basic computer literacy with email, calendar management, Microsoft Office

Previous experience in a commercial facility in NYC required

Must have or be willing and able to obtain the following FDNY Certificates: S12 City Wide Sprinkler System, S13 City Wide Standpipe System, S95 Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems, F60 Fire Guard for Torch Operations, F01 Fire Guard Impairment, F78 Maintenance of Smoke Detector