Required Qualifications: Per Civil Service Standards and Specifications. Four years of full time experience in the HVAC field under a skilled journeyman which provides training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprenticeship training in HVAC or training gained by the completion of technical courses in a trade school or institute may be substituted for the above experience on a year-for-year basis. The Trades Generalist performs journey level work in HVAC and semi-skilled level work in Plumbing. 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"). Must have the ability to enter confined spaces to operate high-temperature-hot-water (HTHW) valves and the ability to move/lift up to 50 lbs. Candidate must be able to perform the physical tasks of the position such as bending, lifting, stretching and climbing. Must have the ability to work in confined spaces and from a ladder, scaffolding or man lift over ten feet in height. Must understand HTHW systems; converters; steam generators and valve operations and have a basic knowledge of motors, motor control centers, over-current devices and controls. Must successfully pass a pulmonary function test to be certified to wear protective equipment (i.e. Hepa filter type respirators). The test shall be provided by the department.

Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of building operating systems, including Siemens; Johnson Control; Carrier; Trane and Automated Logic. Familiarity with DLAR facilities and BSL-3 labs. Ability to troubleshoot basic HVAC equipment. Knowledge of HVAC plumbing components such as strainers, valves and threading pipe. Familiar with a basic refrigeration cycle.

Brief Description of Duties: The Trades Generalist will perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems and equipment to include air handlers, pumps, heat exchangers and all related equipment., follow directions from supervisors/managers, work requests or PM schedules, including proper equipment shutdown, electrical lockout, timely completion of work, assuring proper restart of equipment to service, removal of old parts and clean-up of area after completion. The secondary trade is plumbing. The Trades Generalist will also be responsible for performing the testing and treating of open and closed loop chemical treatment systems. Must follow Plant Safety Policies/Procedures and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all time. As a Trades Generalist you must be able to climb, stoop, and move heavy objects or equipment. The selected candidate will:

• Operate HVAC heating and cooling systems in compliance with appropriate standards. Follow blueprints of design work that is to be done as per instructions, assuring completion of assignment is proper and professional.
• Supervise, prioritize, plan and layout work for installation and preventative maintenance of mechanical equipment. Operate, maintain and repair HVAC systems. Conduct repairs on pump bearing, hand valves, etc. Perform testing and treating of open and closed loop chemical treatment systems.
• Maintain all HVAC and other mechanical equipment, including but not limited to, pumps, fans, pneumatic controls, building management systems, compressors, chemical testing and treatment, recording, boilers, chillers and steam generators. Perform plumbing, electrical and refrigeration work to determine if water regulator valves need rebuilding or repair. Clean Mechanical rooms.
• Monitor equipment, adjusts heating systems to comply with appropriate standards and guidelines. To include the entry in to confined spaces and to work within the utility tunnel for extended periods of time.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and standards. Shows proper care when utilizing power tools, insures proper safety procedures are followed. Keep work area as clean and safe as possible. Follow all Lock Out / Tag Out procedures, including the use of the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required by the campus.
• Operates assigned vehicle in a safe manner obeying all Campus motor vehicle rules, regulations and parking policies. Report accidents, safety problems or service needs promptly.
• Follow the tasks provided on each work order, fills out or completes every work order daily to include time and materials used. Ability to follow directions from senior personnel and work well with peers and subordinates. Provided instructions to Maintenance assistants and/or helpers on routine jobs and equipment inspection. Responds to HVAC emergency calls on and off shift.
• Other Duties: As assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Special Notes: This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 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.

Work Location: Stony Brook Southampton, 39 Tuckahoe Road, Southampton, NY 11968

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

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

Seniority for promotion is the length of service in the Operational Services Bargaining Unit. Seniority applies to vacant non-competitive class positions in salary grades higher than the applicants grade. Applicants must meet the posted qualifications/job requirements, legitimate operating needs of the department and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.

At time of submission, candidates must include all relevant work experience and training/education information. Submissions failing to do so, will not be considered.

Upon conditional offer, the State Classified Appointments Unit will ask for proof of relevant experience or training/education.

Time and attendance, past evaluations, disciplinary history and the ability to perform the physical and supervisory aspects of this position will be considered as part of the selection process. Verifiable proof of credentials as stated above are the responsibility of the applicant. Please be prepared to document proof of qualifications with application.

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.

THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPH ONLY APPLIES TO POSITIONS THAT MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH PATIENTS OR PATIENT CARE EMPLOYEES.

In response to the New York State Department of Health (DOH) regulation requiring Hospital and Nursing Home personnel to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, candidates selected for patient care positions or positions that may come in contact with patients or patient care employees, if not already vaccinated, must be fully vaccinated or obtain the first dose of the vaccine within three (3) calendar days of acceptance of conditional job offer and must obtain any subsequent doses in accordance with the DOH vaccine protocol. Candidates who are partially vaccinated, but not yet fully vaccinated, must complete their vaccination series within three (3) calendar days of job offer or in accordance with vaccine manufacture protocol, whichever comes later. The regulation also allows for limited exemptions with reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable law.

***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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