SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT ENGINEER (PROVISIONAL)
Salary
$63,940.00 - $71,044.00 Annually
Location
BMHA 300 Perry Street, NY
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
POSTING
Department
BMHA
Opening Date
06/23/2026
Closing Date
7/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Fee
$0.00
RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT-SUMMER LIFEGUARDS: Due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, residency is NOT a requirement for the seasonal lifeguard position in the City of Buffalo. Applicants from any nearby municipality are encouraged to apply.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.
FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)
Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
An incumbent, on as assigned shift, is responsible for the operation and maintenance of a large housing project including various types of heating systems. Work involves the application of technical knowledge and mechanical skill to solve various operating problems of heating systems. In the absence of management and/or a Chief Housing Project Engineer the Senior Housing Project Engineer exercises independent judgment in accordance with established policies. Work is performed under general supervision and direct supervision is exercised over subordinate personnel.
Examples of work (Illustration Only)
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
On an assigned shift, directs the operation and maintenance of steam boilers, pumps, stokers and related boiler room equipment;
Supervises the firing of boilers, removing the ashes, etc.;
Makes periodic inspections of boiler room and other related boiler room equipment;
Assigns men to, or personally takes charge of emergency, mechanical, plumbing, steamfitting and electrical repairs;
Prepares boilers for inspection;
Maintains daily log of operations;
May be required to drive to and from various work sites;
Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
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Continuous and permanent status in any city department as a Second Class Engineer-Custodian, Second Class Stationary Engineer, Junior Housing Project Engineer, First Class Engineer-Custodian, First Class Stationary Engineer, Senior First Class Stationary Engineer for one year.
Special Requirements
(1) Possession of a current First Class Stationary Engineers License issued by the City of Buffalo in accordance with City Ordinances, which must be presented at time of filing application and maintained during employment.
(2) Possession of a current New York State Drivers License, which must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment.
Open Competitive
Possession of a current First Class Stationary Engineers License issued by the City of Buffalo in accordance with City Ordinances, which must be presented at time of filing application and maintained during employment.
Special Requirement:
Possession of a current New York State Drivers License, which must be presented at time of appointment and maintained during employment.
THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYER
Additional Information
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Good knowledge of the construction, operation and maintenance requirements of heating plants and auxiliary equipment;
Working knowledge of the maintenance and repair of steam plant equipment, including steamfitting, boiler making and electrical work;
Ability to supervise the work of others;
Ability to get along well with others;
Dependability; Tact;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
The City of Buffalos benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love ones, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day.
Our offerings include:
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