About the Role
Time Equities, Inc. is seeking a motivated Operating Engineer to join its building operations team. This role is ideal for an early-career professional eager to grow into a licensed operating engineer position. The successful candidate will oversee the daily operation, monitoring, and maintenance of building systems.
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operation and monitoring of the chiller plant and associated mechanical equipment
- Perform routine rounds, readings, and logging of equipment performance
- Support preventive maintenance tasks including filter changes, coil cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs
- Respond to building alarms and equipment malfunctions
- Maintain accurate logs and documentation in compliance with FDNY and DOB requirements
- Assist with seasonal start-up and shutdown procedures for HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Communicate effectively with building management regarding equipment status and issues
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Willingness to enroll in an FDNY-certified training program and obtain a F89 Certificate of Fitness from FDNY within 12 months of hire; employer support/reimbursement for coursework available
- Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in HVAC, refrigeration, building systems, and general construction
- Ability to read and interpret gauges, logs, and basic architectural/MEP drawings
- Strong attention to detail and reliability
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Physical ability to walk building rounds, climb stairs/ladders, and lift equipment as required
- Prior experience in building engineering, maintenance, or HVAC support role a plus
- Candidates hired without a current license must obtain their FDNY Q-01 Certificate of Qualification (or other applicable operating engineer license) within 12 months of their start date as a condition of continued employment in this role.
Skills
- HVAC
- Refrigeration
- Building Systems
- General Construction
Location
- 55 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10003
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Early-career
- Entry-level
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $90-120K depending on licensing, experience, and ability to pass on-site examinations.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Disability
- Supplemental disability
- Parental leave policies
- 401(k) & match
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Broad voluntary and pre-tax benefits
- Employee assistance wellness programs and services including mentorship, health advocate, EAP, counseling, financial planning, and legal consultation
- Employee engagement including Women’s Equity, Change, and Wellness Committees
- Support with licensing costs and training hours (200-hour refrigeration engineer course)
- On-the-job mentorship from licensed senior engineers
- Clear path for advancement to Licensed Operating Engineer upon certification
About the Company
- Time Equities, Inc. is a real estate investment and management company.
