Plant Utilities Engineer 3

Required Qualifications: As per Civil Service Standards and Specifications. Must have taken and passed the required Plant Utilities Engineer III State Civil Service exam and be reachable on the appropriate current Civil Service list. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver’s License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes”). Ability to climb, stoop and do moderately heavy lifting (up to 50lbs). Must have ability to enter confined spaces to operate high-temperature-hot-water (HTHW) valves. Ability to work from a ladder, scaffolding, and/or aerial lift over ten feet in height. To qualify for this position, the selected individual must successfully pass a pulmonary function test to certify them to wear protective equipment (i.e Hepa filter type respirators). The test shall be provided by the employing department.

Brief Description of Duties: The Plant Utilities Engineers III will plan, direct and coordinate the activities of and/or have overall supervisory responsibility for the engineering department for an entire State operated facility or a major portion of an overall physical plant engaged in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing and calibration of mechanical and electrical equipment providing heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning and electrical distribution in the most efficient and safest way possible.

Description Of Duties

• Oversee all East Power Plant operations and repairs on boilers, chillers, pumps, air compressors, etc. required to supply steam, high temperature hot water and chilled water to the East Campus buildings.
• Assist in monitoring maintenance contracts and writing specifications for them. Reviews specifications and drawings submitted by outside contractors and internal department personnel and makes recommendations.
• Use of the INFOR System to plan and schedule all maintenance items in the East Heating and Cooling Plant as required.
• Assist’s with the development of plant policies and procedures. Keeps the P/P manual organized.
• Schedules and ensures that all boilers are inspected by the New York State Inspector on an Annual basis.
• Assist with annual budget requests. Orders all parts and equipment as needed.
• Monitors and ensures that subordinate engineers are maintaining good recordkeeping in all power plant logs. Submits monthly data as required.
• Ensures that all plant staff utilizes personal protective equipment as assigned.
• Ability to follow directions from senior personnel and seeks appropriate guidance when necessary. Works well with peers and subordinates.
• Schedules all annual training for all Plant staff with EH&S. Schedules required Annual Pulmonary Physicals and Audiometric testing for Plant Staff.
• Reviews time and attendance records, approves time off requests as needed. Updates the East Plant Overtime Tracking report on a bi-weekly basis. Submit time sheets and overtime reports on a bi-weekly basis.
• Operates all state vehicle in a safe manner obeying campus motor vehicle rules, regulations and parking policies. Reports accidents, safety problems or service needs promptly.
• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.
  
  

Special Notes: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. FLSA Nonexempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Mandatory rehire roster candidates have preference. SG 19 Hiring Rate $77,666. This position includes location pay of $4,150 per year.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

• Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of official start date.
  
  

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Official Job Title

Plant Utilities Engineer 3

Primary Location

US-NY-Stony Brook

Department/Hiring Area

East Campus Power Plant

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Start Date

Oct 21, 2026

Posting End Date

Nov 4, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Salary

$77,666 per year

Appointment Type

Permanent

Salary Grade

SG19