Plan your visit. 225 Madison Avenue at 36th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Plan your visit. 225 Madison Avenue at 36th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Chief Engineer

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Responsibilities

The Chief Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining the safety, functionality, and efficiency of the Morgan’s architecturally-significant 150,000 square foot campus. The position oversees the operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related systems, and serves as a close partner to the Director of Facilities in ensuring the smooth execution of capital projects. The position leads a team of engineers, promoting their professional development and ensuring safe work practices, and manages vendor relationships for repairs, service contracts, and capital improvement projects. This position reports to the Director of Facilities.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong working knowledge of building management systems and controls
  • Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
  • Proficiency with tools, lifts, and maintenance equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in computer applications, including CMMS, Microsoft Word, and Excel

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • 7–10 years of experience in building engineering operations
  • Required Valid New York Certificates of Fitness:
    • Q-01 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer
    • A-35 Air Compressor Operation
    • S-12 Citywide Sprinkler Systems
    • S-13 Citywide Standpipe Systems
    • P-98 Fuel-Oil Piping and Storage Systems
    • F-89 Fire Life Safety Director
  • Highly desirable New York Certificates of Fitness:
    • S-95 Fire Alarm Systems Supervision
    • F-01 Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Work takes place across a variety of environments, including mechanical rooms, exterior grounds, and elevated or confined spaces
  • This role requires schedule flexibility, including availability for some nights, weekends, and holiday work, as well as emergency on-site response as needed
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more, climb stairs and ladders, and work at heights using appropriate safety equipment
  • Must have sufficient hearing to safely work in equipment and mechanical areas
Compensation

$115,000–$130,000 annually; excellent benefits.

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The Morgan Library & Museum receives many applications and inquiries for employment. Unfortunately, we are not able to respond to all of them. Due to the high volume of applicants, we can contact only those candidates whose skills and background best fit our needs.

EEO Statement
The Morgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. The Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions or decision making (of covered persons or their dependents), disability, height, weight, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, pre-employment arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.