Assistant Chief Engineer

Title : Assistant Chief Engineer

Department : Engineering   

Reports To : Chief Engineer

Location : New York, New York  

FLSA : Full-Time, Non- E xempt

Company Summary

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of modernized, amenitized , and well-located office, retail, and multifamily assets and the Observatory deck attraction in ESRT’s flagship Empire State Building – the “World’s Most Famous Building ”. The Company is the recognized leader in energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. As of March 31, 2024, ESRT's portfolio is comprised of approximately 8.6 million rentable square feet of office space, 0.7 million rentable square feet of retail space and 727 residential units.  More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at  esrtreit.com  and by following ESRT on  Facebook ,  Instagram ,  TikTok ,  X,  and  LinkedIn .

The dedicated team at ESRT is a collection of diverse individuals with a shared passion for excellence and a keen eye toward future growth. Headquartered in New York City, we harness the energy of the city in everything we do. We care for one another, work hard, and have a lot of fun doing it! We are Certified™ as a Great Place to Work® by the global authority, Great Place to Work®, on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors. We prioritize and invest in the health and wellness of employees to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent. ESRT values continuous employee development and encourages colleagues to excel in their roles and adapt to emerging business needs. From our crown jewel, The Empire State Building, to incredible buildings modernized for the 21st century, to outstanding customer service, and our decade-long leadership position in sustainability and energy efficient portfolio that is 100% fully powered by renewable wind electricity, we take pride in our work. ESRT seeks an equally passionate colleague to join the team, understand the vision and help achieve that vision.

Position Summary

Assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementing and supervising of all mechanical operations, plumbing, electrical maintenance, and energy management programs according to the managing agent quality standards and property operating objectives to maximize the value of the building.

Responsibilities

• Directs maintenance and operational programs to ensure maximum life reliability and efficiency of all property mechanical systems which include, but are not limited to:
• P lumbing
• C arpentry
• C lerical
• HVAC including auxiliary equipment.
• Directs general building maintenance including: restroom repair; door, ceiling, and floor repair; structural repair; tenant comfort; and painting.
• Supervises and coordinates activities of engineering staff utilizing the Owner’s Computerized Maintenance and Management System (example: Workspeed ).
• Assist Chief with assuring staff is supplied with proper equipment and tools and are trained in safe operation of such.
• Controls the engineering activities and building mechanical systems in emergency situations.
• Assist Chief Engineer in interviewing new staff, assist in scheduling training of staff, and able to assist in evaluating and counseling engineering staff on performance.
• Monitors and approves time sheets and overtime for engineering staff when 1st assistant chief is not available . Ability to utilize excel spreadsheets and Computerized payroll systems such as ADP
• Tests, keeps records & maintains emergency equipment in good working order.
• Maintain Fire Department required maintenance logs for Class E system and Sprinkler / Standpipe system
• Assist Chief Engineer in monitoring building energy use, assist in producing reports, and assist in implementing energy management programs.
• Maintains current and historical preventive records on all mechanical equipment using Owner’s Computerized Maintenance and Management System (example: Workspeed ).
• Evaluates, recommends, and monitors mechanical contractors based on bids
• Prepare purchase orders using the Building’s electronic ordering system (currently Yardi)
• Purchases parts and supplies according to company policy and approved budget guidelines) .
• Follows tenant construction and assure building integrity.
• Assists with preparing annual budget proposal, monitors, and explains variances from approved budgets to actual expenses.
• Coordinates for proper material waste disposal.
• Reviews on a regular basis and is prepared to follow all current emergency procedures set forth by the managing agent and the assigned property.
• Maintains ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors.
• Acts as a team member with all employees of the management and building staff.
• Maintains good tenant relations by establishing and implementing procedures for timely response on tenant and property work orders.
• Maintains highest professional standards in appearance and dress.
• Responsible for inspection of common area , passenger and freight elevator corridors on the 78th, 77th, and 76th floors . Because Workspeed tickets to be written as required .
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the Assistant Property Manager, Property Manager or the Chief Engineer.
  

What Success Looks Like

Success for an Assistant Chief Engineer at Empire State Realty Trust is defined by their ability to effectively support the Chief Engineer in managing and supervising all mechanical operations, maintenance, and energy management programs. They ensure the seamless functioning of the building's systems, such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, and maintain the highest standards of building maintenance for tenant comfort .

Required Skills/Abilities

• Organized, able to work in an efficient manner and multi-task with ease.
• Meets deadlines and milestone dates.
• Possess attributes such as being self-starter , motivated and requires minimal supervision.
• Follows all city, state and federal laws and codes.
• Determines time, place, and sequence of operations or action to be taken on the basis of analysis of data; executes determinations and/or reports on events.
• Determines or interprets work procedures for staff, assigns specific duties to them, maintains harmonious relations among them, and promotes efficiency.
• Computes mathematical equations on a chiller performance test.
• Maintains calm demeanor in emergency situations.
• Applies principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form
• Reads manuals, safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools, equipment, methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work.
• Assists with training of engineering staff in all trades, building systems and equipment function and purpose.
• Writes reports using proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
  
  

Essential Physical Abilities

• Visually inspects building.
• Ability to work off a ladder
• Walks up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice or implementation.
• Detects emergency alarms — audible and/or visual.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with at least 1-2 years as a Lead Engineer with supervisory and administrative duties and/or other related experience in a Class “A” office building.
  
  

What You Can Expect

At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a richly diverse work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. By focusing on inclusion and celebrating our differences, we create even greater value — in business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive. In addition, ESRT employees embody our  Company Culture & Success Factors  -  

• Adaptable  – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently
• Dynamic  – you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT
• Dependable  – you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work
• Passionate  – you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
• Curious  – you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder
• Ethical  – you treat others with respect, and embrace and contribute to a culture of diversity and inclusion
• Positive  – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through
  
  

Benefits as per Collective Bargaining Agreement

ESRT is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because they drive curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, caregiver status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.