Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/19/26
Applications Due: 03/30/26
Vacancy ID: 211986
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyGeneral Services, Office of
TitlePlant Utilities Engineer 3 - VID 211986
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade19
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%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address Empire State Plaza
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12242
Job Specifics
Duties Description Duties will include but not be limited to:
• Overall supervision of the operation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of power plant equipment; high voltage electrical distribution systems; steam, chilled water, and domestic water distribution systems; heating ventilating & air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, and auxiliaries.
• Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed.
• Make recommendations on major overhauls and replacement of equipment and identify, recommend, and develop energy conservation projects.
• Enforce comprehensive use of the Central Maintenance Management Software System (CMMS).
• Prepare and review estimates and make recommendations on projects.
• Perform a full range of supervisory duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Operational Needs:
• Possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New York State motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Asbestos Supervisor certification required within 90 days of appointment as well as compliance with all related PESH/OSHA regulations.
• Utilities Management is a 24/7 operation; thus night, weekend, and holiday work is required based on shift assignment and operational need.
Minimum Qualifications Current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a Plant Utilities Engineer 3 position and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.
Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.
For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources/SS
Telephone 518-473-5282
Fax 518-486-1631
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM
31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12242
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.
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