New York University

Refrigeration Engineer

Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate's Degree or trade school certificate preferred
  • 3+ years mechanical maintenance experience required
  • Strong mechanical systems knowledge required
  • New York City Refrigeration Engineer's license and EPA-CFC Universal certification required

Responsibilities

  • Perform hands-on maintenance of HVAC systems and auxiliary equipment
  • Conduct repairs on absorption/freon A/C and related heating systems
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
  • Follow written and verbal instructions accurately
  • Collaborate with university departments as needed
  • Maintain knowledge of current technologies and practices

Benefits

  • Health and safety compliance training and requirements
  • Participation in the Local 810 collective bargaining agreement
  • Opportunity to contribute to sustainability efforts at NYU
  • Exposure to research and laboratory environments
  • Professional development within a leading educational institution
Full Job Description
Position Summary

SHIFT: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Primarily responsible for hands-on maintenance of HVAC systems and related auxiliary equipment.

Qualifications

Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:
Associate's Degree Some college education in engineering and/or a completion certificate from a recognized trade school; familiarity with PC.

Required Experience:
3+ years mechanical maintenance experience with absorption/freon A/C equipment and stream/related heating systems.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Strong knowledge/skills in mechanical systems; intermediate knowledge/skills in electrical and plumbing systems; working knowledge/skills of refrigeration cycle, common parts, pneumatic/electric/electronic control systems; basic knowledge/skills in brazing, soldering, insulation, measuring, carpentry and sheet metal; basic knowledge of safety standards/regulation, current CFC regulation, physics and math; ability to read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and nameplates; good communication skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; New York City Refrigeration Engineer's license and EPA-CFC Universal certification.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of University and department policies, processes, and quality standards

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $52.688. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.

Candidates being considered for this role will also perform duties within the University Vivarium laboratories (as defined by NYU's Research and Laboratory Safety (RLS) Department) and will be required to comply with additional health and vaccination requirements. The successful candidate will receive an additional premium pay rate pursuant to the Local 810 collective bargaining agreement

About New York University

New York University (NYU) is a private research university based in New York City. Founded in 1831, NYU is one of the largest private universities in the United States, with a total enrollment of over 50,000 students across its various campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including business, law, medicine, and the arts. NYU is known for its strong academic programs, world-class faculty, and diverse student body. The university has a long history of innovation and has been at the forefront of many important developments in fields such as finance, technology, and the arts.
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