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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 07/30/26
Applications Due08/15/26
Vacancy ID220929
NY HELPNo
AgencyUniversity at Albany
TitlePlant Utilities Engineer 3
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade14
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $74322 to $89645 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
"Other" Explanation Thursday - Monday 3:00pm to 11:00pm (pass days Tuesday/Wednesday)
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Albany
Street Address University at Albany (Power Plant)
1400 Washington Avenue
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12222
Duties Description The Plant Utilities Engineer 3 (PUE 3) holds the responsibility for the safe and efficient round-the-clock operation of the University at Albany's Heating Plant throughout the year. The incumbent operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, tests, and calibrates mechanical equipment essential for the provision of heat, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning, and electrical distribution associated with heating plant operations. This role functions as the Heating Plant Specialist, overseeing all operational aspects of the Heating Plant and directly managing the Data Center HVAC systems. This position is directly responsible for water chemistry management and regulatory compliance. The position reports to the Plant Utilities Engineer 4 (PUE 4), supervises the first-shift team, and supports other shifts as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must have a reachable score on the University at Albany Plant Utilities Engineer 3 Exam List OR
Be a current NYS employee and have a current permanent appointment with 1 year of service as an Plant Utilities Engineer 3, or in a title eligible to transfer to Plant Utilities Engineer 3 OR
Be a former NYS employee eligible for reinstatement to the title of Plant Utilities Engineer 3
May be filled from a mandatory reemployment list if one is in effect at the time of appointment.
Any resumes received that do not meet the above requirements as described will be deemed unqualified.
Candidates seeking consideration based on exam list eligibility must also respond to the active University at Albany canvass for this specific title.
Additional Comments YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE using this link: http://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=203192
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources
Telephone 518-437-4700
Fax 518-437-4731
Email Address ClassifiedJobs@albany.edu(you must apply with link below)
Address
Street 1400 Washington Avenue
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12222
Notes on ApplyingYOU MUST APPLY ONLINE using this link: http://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=203192
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| Location | Albany, NY |
| Salary | $74,322–$89,645 Per Year |
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