Assistant Engineering Manager

Assistant Engineering ManagerThe Assistant Engineering Manager will be part of a facilities management team responsible for managing the operation, repair and maintenance of The Museum's mechanical and electrical plant. Included is the supervision of union maintenance personnel in various shops, hiring, training and managing associated labor issues. Responsibilities include day-to-day building operations, management of various repair and maintenance contracts with regard to HVAC systems, plumbing systems, water treatment systems, building management systems, elevators and sustainability initiatives. Coordination between Facilities Management and Construction Management with regard to support of capital projects.Primary Responsibilities & Duties:Operation, maintenance and repair of the physical plant (chiller, HVAC, electrical, plumbing)Responsible for HVAC and electrical systems repair and maintenanceMonitoring and management of the BMS (Building Management System)Supervise union maintenance personnelSupport of facilities and capital projects to include design reviews and construction oversightOther related dutiesExperience & Skills:Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Bachelor of Science in related field. In lieu of a degree, the equivalent in additional work experience may be considered.At least five years' experience in facilities management, repair, maintenance and operation of similar buildings is required. Direct experience with water treatment systems and vertical transportation is a plus.Working knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)Knowledge of chiller plants, plant operation and water treatment systemsKnowledge of electrical infrastructure, distribution equipment and emergency power systemsKnowledge of air handling systems, their operation and controlKnowledge of HVAC system design and constructionExperience with sustainability and energy conservation measures is a plusProficiency in Microsoft Office is requiredExperience with engineering union(s)Compensation:Pay Rate: $120,000 - $130,000 / AnnuallyThe advertised pay scale reflects the good faith minimum and maximum salary range for this role. The advertised pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage for any specific employee. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, special licensing or qualifications, and other factors.Visa SponsorshipVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.Location RequirementsAt time of employment, employees are expected to be located within commuting distance of the Museum. "Commuting distance" means that they are located in one of following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania (the "Tri-state and PA" areas), and be able to commute to and from the Museum in a single day.Benefits OfferingsMedical, dental, vision and life insurance403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer matchConsiderable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidaysLong-term disability coverageFlexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)Free financial-planning servicesFinancial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs25% discount for staff in Museum shopsA subsidized staff cafeteriaAccess to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutionsThe Met is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, The Met will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed in this process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io Metropolitan Museum of Art provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.