Position Details
Position Information
Title of Position
Steam-Refrigeration Engineer (L)
Position Number
M01885
FLSA
Scheduled Hours Per Week
40
Department
Facilities Operations RH
Campus
Rose Hill
Work Arrangement
Onsite
Hybrid Policy:
Please review the Hybrid Policy here.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Chief Engineer, the Steam-Refrigeration Engineer (L) operates and maintains boilers, steam plant, refrigeration & air conditioning systems and equipment. This position requires work hours from Saturday to Wednesday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm.
Essential Functions
Operates and maintains high pressure/low-pressure boilers and associated systems and equipment.
Monitors pressure temperatures and other equipment parameters; performs preventive maintenance and repairs on system and associated equipment.
Oversees operation of all refrigeration equipment and systems, including, but not limited to: chillers, absorbers, compressors, pneumatic, and digital controls, etc.
Oversees the daily work assignments of the Watch Mechanic and may be periodically required to perform the duties of the Watch Mechanic.
Coordinates all service calls to Boiler Room during hours when Facilities Operations Call Center is closed.
Maintains required plant and work request logs. Responsible for cleanliness an appearance of assigned mechanical rooms.
Monitors fuel consumption and verifies receipt of oil deliveries.
Competency with BMS, digital & pneumatic controls.
EQUIPMENT:
Must know how to use and operate and power tools, gauges, computers, ladders and other tools and equipment typical to this position.
Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Management Responsibilities
Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.
Additional Functions
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 years' experience as a stationary engineer, including 5 years of experience in air-conditioning & refrigeration repair and service.
Active NYC High Pressure Boiler License.
Active NYC COQ for Refrigeration Systems Operator's License.
EPA CFC Certification.
Valid Driver's License.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Must be computer literate with a high degree of proficiency in BMS systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service
$5738.40
Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service
$5738.40
Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees
$4590.40
Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees
$4590.40
Union Affiliation
Local 810
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
M132P
Number of Vacancies
1
Start Date
Posting Date
08/26/2026
Special Instructions
FOR FORDHAM UNIVERSITY LOCAL 810 INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY:
You must upload the required Referral Form for the corresponding position.
Start Date
ASAP
