Assistant Chief

Job Description

Job Description

The Powerhouse Assistant Chief Engineer responsibilities include but are not limited to the following major items.

Primary Job Tasks Responsibilities:

On a daily basis:

• Organize the job schedule for the day crew (Lead mechanic, watch operator, and mechanics).

• Coordinate with generator technicians on work schedule.

• Responsible for generator sequence changes when required.

• Responsible for the operation of the equipment in the powerhouse and pump rooms.

• Bring to the Chief Engineers attention any items that need addressing.

• Take hourly equipment readings, visually inspect operating and non-operating equipment.

• Coordinate vacation and time off schedule of engineers and watch operators.

• Provide technical guidance when required for the engineers, mechanics and watch operators.

• Monitor fuel consumption and inform Chief Engineer when and how much fuel needs to be ordered.

• Keep an accurate log of the maintenance and operation of all equipment and events in the Powerhouse.

• Assume some of the Chief Engineer’ duties that require immediate attention in the Chiefs absence.

• Be on call 24/7 for all emergencies should they arise.

On a monthly basis:

• Oversee the measurement of the fuel oil storage tanks and supply the Chief Engineer with the levels.

• Provide the Chief Engineer with the fuel delivery data for the month and fuel consumed data.

• Update records in the MPP manual kept onsite for the cooling towers maintenance and inspections as required for the Department of Health.

Qualifications:

• NYC Department of Buildings Stationary Engineer License

• FDNY Refrigeration Engineer License

• FDNY Air Compressor Certificate

• Work experience with steam boilers, chillers and cooling towers.

• Understanding and awareness of generators

• Experience with motors, pumps, fans, storage tanks, expansion tanks and piping systems.

• Trouble shooting and problem solving.