Whitney Museum of American Art

Engineer

Whitney Museum of American Art • $113K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of HVAC and MEP systems
  • Q-99 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer license
  • Professional experience as an operations engineer
  • Basic electrical and wiring skills
  • Ability to diagnose issues and follow building codes
  • Ability to operate lifts required for tasks
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Vigilant oversight of maintenance work to protect art and installations

Responsibilities

  • Oversee facilities and engineering needs at assigned locations
  • Provide weekly updates and recommendations for HVAC and MEP improvements
  • Accompany maintenance crews during service visits to ensure standards are met
  • Maintain an organized inventory of maintenance tools and supplies
  • Coordinate with the Engineering Manager for necessary equipment and purchases
  • Facilitate preventative maintenance work across departments
  • Familiarize with building operations, including HVAC units and safety systems

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter benefits including parking and mass transit
  • Admission to renowned museums across the city and nationally
  • Pet insurance
  • Discounted Citibike membership
  • Collective bargaining agreement protections under Local 30
Full Job Description
The Engineer is responsible for daily maintenance of all building controls (BMS), HVAC troubleshooting and light maintenance, light MEP as well as exhibition lighting in the galleries as needed. Responsibilities includes the same at all Whitney locations including Bulwark and ISP. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement between the Museum and the AFL-CIO International Union of Operating Engineers Local 30 and 30A.

Responsibilities:
  • Oversees all facilities /engineering needs at assigned facilities
  • Provides weekly updates including recommendations for HVAC and MEP improvement and communicates with Facilities Management staff, site manager, Service Contractors, Art Handling staff and Exhibition Managers and other departments during frequently planned meeting to ensure that conservation standards HVAC standards, life safety, and aesthetic lighting requirements are met.
  • Accompany maintenance crews on each service visit to ensure that efficiency, consistency, and climate controls are met.
  • Maintains a well-organized inventory of tools, equipment and supplies needed for building maintenance.
  • Coordinates with Engineering Manager and/or Director of Engineering to obtain all necessary equipment and purchases (including spear part to meet service needs.
  • Coordinates PM work with other departments and consistently provide a clean and safe work environment.
  • Become familiar with building operation including; shut-off valves, fire alarm/Vesda system, boiler system, HVAC units and overall building performance. Performs other duties assigned by the Engineering Manager and/or Director of Engineering.
  • When not performing these duties at the primary assigned building, this position will be eligible for overtime at all Whitney locations and will adhere to the engineer's regular duties and responsibilities per Local-30 contract and as assigned.


Requirements:
  • Knowledge of HVAC and MEP
  • Q-99 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer license
  • Professional experience as an operations Engineer
  • Basic electrical and wiring skills, ability to diagnose issues and follow building code
  • Ability to operate lifts required to perform tasks
  • Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the work
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
  • Engineer must be personally vigilant and as the ability to oversee the work of others at all Whitney locations/spaces, ensuring that surfaces are protected and that art is never in danger.


Compensation and Benefits:
  • Hourly rate of $54.67
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections
  • Generous Paid Time off benefits
  • Commuter benefits - parking and mass transit
  • Admission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationally
  • Pet insurance and discounted membership for Citibike
  • This position is covered under Local 30

If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates. Whether you're new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and culture space and what you hope to bring to this role.

About Whitney Museum of American Art

The Whitney Museum of American Art, known informally as the Whitney, is an art museum in Manhattan. It was founded in 1930 by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, a wealthy and prominent American socialite and art patron after whom the museum is named. The Whitney focuses on 20th- and 21st-century American art, with a collection of over 23,000 works, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, films, videos, and new media. The museum's permanent collection includes works by Edward Hopper, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Andy Warhol, among others. The Whitney also hosts temporary exhibitions, performances, and educational programs for adults and children.
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Size
400 employees
Industry
Hospitality & Recreation
* Ladders Estimates

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