About the Role
The Omni Berkshire Place is seeking a skilled individual to maintain and repair mechanical equipment in a luxury New York City hotel. This role involves ensuring the efficient and safe operation of boilers, refrigeration systems, HVAC, and other building systems.
Responsibilities
- Observe and interpret readings on gauges, meters, and charts to ensure proper boiler operation.
- Switch from automatic to manual controls and isolate equipment for safe inspection and repair.
- Maintain daily logs of operation, maintenance, and safety activities.
- Monitor and inspect equipment to detect leaks or malfunctions and ensure safe operation.
- Analyze problems and take appropriate action to ensure continuous equipment and system operation.
- Clean and lubricate boilers and auxiliary equipment, making minor adjustments.
- Perform or arrange for repairs, including overhauls and replacement of parts.
- Operate or tend stationary engines, boilers, and auxiliary equipment.
- Activate valves to maintain water levels, adjust combustion air, and control fuel flow.
- Test boiler water quality and take corrective action.
- Adjust controls and valves on equipment to regulate operations.
- Monitor boiler water, chemical, and fuel levels and make adjustments.
- Weigh, measure, and record fuel used.
- Install burners and auxiliary equipment.
- Contact equipment manufacturers or specialists to resolve problems.
- Provide assistance to plumbers in repairing or replacing lines and in daily maintenance.
- Test electrical systems to determine voltages.
- Develop operation, safety, and maintenance procedures.
- Check air quality of ventilation systems and make adjustments.
- Investigate and report on accidents.
- Receive instructions from steam engineers regarding plant operations.
- Supervise the work of assistant stationary engineers, operators, and mechanics.
- Operate mechanical hoppers and provide assistance in their adjustment and repair.
Requirements
- Must have a low-pressure license.
- Must have experience in boilers.
- Must have pumps, compressor, plumbing, copper piping experience.
- Must have knowledge of electrical experience in commercial refrigeration.
- Must have experience troubleshooting refrigeration equipment in kitchens and air handlers.
- Experience in thermostat controls, pressure gauges, and control valves.
- Experience in elevators, exhaust systems, grease traps, and steam traps troubleshooting and repair.
- Must have basic knowledge of all power tools.
- Able to climb, crawl, and work under pressure in demanding situations.
- Not afraid of heights and able to work in confined areas.
- Able to work in boiler rooms under extreme heat.
- Understanding of basic evacuation procedures.
- Work closely with the director of engineering on daily operations of mechanical equipment.
- Able to work flexible shifts.
- Experience in chiller mechanics and HVAC.
- Understanding of basic building construction.
- Knowledge of rules and regulations according to building codes and fire safety.
- Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 250 lbs.
Skills
- Boilers
- Pumps
- Compressors
- Plumbing
- Copper piping
- Commercial refrigeration electrical
- Refrigeration equipment troubleshooting
- Thermostat controls
- Pressure gauges
- Control valves
- Elevators
- Exhaust systems
- Grease traps
- Steam traps
- Power tools
- Chiller mechanics
- HVAC
- Building codes
- Fire safety
- Electrical systems testing
- Voltage meters
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5 years carpentry experience
- Previous experience desirable in hotel setting
Education Level
- High school or equivalent education required
About the Company
- Omni Berkshire Place is a luxury New York City hotel offering a sophisticated residence with an enviable location in Midtown Manhattan.
- The hotel combines modern technology and contemporary décor, providing a residential feel for business and leisure travelers.
- Omni Berkshire Place associates enjoy a dynamic work environment, comprehensive training, and mentoring.
- The company culture emphasizes respect, gratitude, and empowerment.
- Omni Hotels & Resorts is known for exceptional service.
Equal Opportunity
- Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer.
- The EEO is the Law poster is available.
- Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.
- If you need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to: applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
