Plant Utilities Engineer ; Power Plant

Position: Plant Utilities Engineer 2 (Power Plant)
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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 07/17/26

Applications Due
08/02/26

Vacancy ID220161

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NY HELPNo

Agency University at Albany

Title Plant Utilities Engineer 2 (Power Plant)

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade
16

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $63136 to $76359 Annually

Employment Type

Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address University at Albany (Power Plant)

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code
12222

Duties Description The Plant Utilities Engineer 2 (PUE
2) holds the responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the University at Albany's Heating and Cooling infrastructure. The incumbent operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, tests, and calibrates mechanical equipment essential for the provision of heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning, and electrical distribution associated with the Central Heating and Cooling Plant and/or the Building Level Heating and Cooling Equipment.

This role functions as a working Supervisor who may be responsible for Supervising Plant Utility Engineer 1s, Trades Generalists/Specialists, as well as Plant Utility and Maintenance Assistant titles. This position reports to a Plant Utilities Engineer 3 or higher and may be responsible for Supervising any of the three shifts (7a-3p, 3p-11p, 11p-7a) in the Power Plant OR may be responsible for Supervising and of the HVAC Shops that support the Campus.

Minimum Qualifications COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (NON-NY HELPS):

Candidates must have a reachable score on the Plant Utilities Engineer 2 Exam List OR

Be a current NYS employee and have a current permanent appointment with 1 year of service as a Plant Utilities Engineer 2, or in a title eligible to transfer to Plant Utilities Engineer 2 OR

Be a former NYS employee eligible for reinstatement to the title of Plant Utilities Engineer 2.

May be filled from a mandatory reemployment list if one is in effect at the time of appointment.

OPERATING NEEDS:

Experience in diagnosing and repairing HVAC systems, boilers, and auxiliary equipment. Performing preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment, including lubrication and repairs. Troubleshooting and calibrating electronic and pneumatic control systems. The ability to perform supervised plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration work. Operating boiler feedwater pumps, boilers, and other central plant equipment. Knowledge of safety procedures like arc flash and lockout/tagout. The ability to perform the physical duties of the job, including lifting, moving in confined spaces, and working in loud/dirty environments.

Flexibility for shift work, as positions often require 24/7 coverage.

Experience with emergency response to plant or utility failures. Positive customer service skills to interact with the campus community and address problems.

Additional Comments MUST APPLY ONLINE at the following link:

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Name Office of Human Resources

Telephone

Fax

Email Address classified jobs(you must apply using the link below)

Address

Street University at Albany

1400 Washington Avenue, UAB 300

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12222

Notes on Applying MUST APPLY ONLINE at the following link: