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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 46 - 51
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
COMPANY SUMMARY
Empire State Realty Trust Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of well-leased top of tier modernized amenitized and well-located office retail and multifamily assets. ESRTs flagship Empire State Building the Worlds Most Famous Building features its iconic Observatory ranked the #1 Top Attraction in New York City for the fourth consecutive year in Tripadvisors 2025 Travelers Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do. The Company is a recognized leader in energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. As of September30 2025 ESRTs portfolio is comprised of approximately 7.8 million rentable square feet of office space 0.8 million rentable square feet of retail space and 743 residential units. More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at and by following ESRT on Facebook Instagram TikTok X and LinkedIn.
POSITION SUMMARY
ESRT is seeking an Engineer to assist the Engineering team in the implementation of all mechanical operations plumbing and energy management programs according to building management standards and property operating objectives to maximize the value of the building.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform all duties of FLSD (Fire Life Safety Director) including Fire Brigade duties working with vendors taking systems off then online for construction filling out all required FDNY forms and logs afterhours FDNY inspections Siemens repairs etc.
- Supervision of Contractors including scheduled after-hours work
- Assist Contractors in all standpipe/sprinkler and/or fire alarm isolation testing etc.
- Conduct repairs and overhauls of equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance and extend lifespan
- Take amp readings to diagnose electrical issues and optimize system performance
- Replace belts and motors as needed to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency
- Change filters and perform routine maintenance tasks to prevent equipment downtime
- Troubleshoot units to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively
- Replace pumps and other equipment components as needed
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance to identify potential issues before they become major problems
- Collaborate with property management team to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities including work orders and inventory management
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and reduce costs
- Building equipment shutdowns as needed
- Monitor BMS system for alarms and errors take corrective action as needed.
- Completion of house calls as needed including repairs reported after hours by custodial security staff etc.
- Respond promptly to all calls from operations requiring engineering assistance. (i.e. leaks odors windows dangerous conditions etc.) & enter in log
- Perform scheduled inspections of sprinkler and standpipe system.
- Perform monthly Fire Extinguisher maintenance / Standpipe/ Sprinkler logs. (NFPA required)
- Perform routine building maintenance preventative maintenance and/or scheduled work and repairs on any/all equipment as directed by the Chief Engineer
- Perform daily building inspections/ rounds of mechanical equipment rooms; repairs as needed.
- Cooling Tower inspections and water testing as needed.
- Responsible for seasonal monitoring and operation of building HVAC Systems:
- Winter heating system settings including winter freeze protection rounds as needed and Normal rounds (steam).
- Summer Logging and shut down of equipment for evening including chillers/pumps/fans normal rounds.
- Logging any abnormal conditions (i.e. lighting carpentry engineering etc.) that needs to be directed to staff in am.
- Alert night porters of any cleaning that can be addressed.
- Common area work such as Corridors bathrooms stairways etc...
- Work assignments as needed.
- Carries out other duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering The General Manager and/or the Assistant Chief Engineer.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- You are a highly motivated individual with a passion for engineering who possesses the necessary skills needed in this role. You are an executer and can keep the Chief engineer updated on a daily basis. You are able to execute maintenance repairs and engineering tasks in a proactive manner without specific direction from your supervisor. You have strong communication skills and the ability to communicate with both tenants and colleagues. You are organized and able to keep track of any issues that need to be fixed such as tenant or mechanical issues. You are punctual and prioritize attendance as a key component of the job.
REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES
- ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- 5 years of experience with at least 1-2 years as an Engineer with administrative duties and/or other related experience in a Class A office building
- Experienced running large tonnage chillers and all related equipment.
- Experience as member of Fire Brigade and able to prove past service via notarized forms from previous employer in order for FDNY to issue FLSD
- Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Experience reading blueprints
- Ability to work in an efficient manner and multi-task with ease
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral or schedule form
- Ability to maintain calm in emergency situations
- Ability to read manuals safety rules instructions in the use and maintenance of shop tools equipment methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work
- Ability to write reports using proper format punctuation spelling and grammar
- Ability to determine time place and sequence of operations or action to be taken on the basis of analysis of data and/or reports on events
- ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- Ability to visually inspect the building
- Ability to detect audible and/or visual emergency alarms
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- EPA CFC Certification
- Refrigeration/Operators License (Q-01)
- Fire Life Safety Director License (F-89)
- Standpipe and Sprinkler certifications. (S-12 and S-14)
- Pesticide Applicator (7G)
- Fireguard/Torch (F-60)
- Air Compressor (G-35)
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- At ESRT like our tenants our employees come from everywhere. We foster a collaborative work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. As a Great Place to Work Certified employer we are committed to maintaining our positive work culture where employees are engaged and can grow and addition ESRT employees embody ourCompany Culture & Success Factors-
- Adaptable you are a self-starter whos 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 act with integrity in how you perform your work and embrace our collaborative culture
- Positive you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through
BENEFITS
- Local 94 Benefits as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
$46.31 - $51.46 an hour
ESRT is an 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 based on race religion color creed national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression reproductive choices 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. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship for the Company are available for applicants and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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About Company
Discover modern office spaces at the Empire State Building, featuring top-tier amenities and energy efficiency that attract top tenants from diverse industries.
