Engineer

The Engineer is responsible for daily maintenance of all building controls (BMS), HVAC troubleshooting and light maintenance, light MEP as well as exhibition lighting in the galleries as needed.  Responsibilities includes the same at all Whitney locations including Bulwark and ISP. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement between the Museum and the AFL-CIO International Union of Operating Engineers Local 30 and 30A. 

Responsibilities: 

• Oversees all facilities /engineering needs at assigned facilities  

• Provides weekly updates including recommendations for HVAC and MEP improvement and communicates with Facilities Management staff, site manager, Service Contractors, Art Handling staff and Exhibition Managers and other departments during frequently planned meeting to ensure that conservation standards HVAC standards, life safety, and aesthetic lighting requirements are met.  

• Accompany maintenance crews on each service visit to ensure that efficiency, consistency, and climate controls are met. 

• Maintains a well-organized inventory of tools, equipment and supplies needed for building maintenance. 

• Coordinates with Engineering Manager and/or Director of Engineering to obtain all necessary equipment and purchases (including spear part to meet service needs. 

• Coordinates PM work with other departments and consistently provide a clean and safe work environment. 

• Become familiar with building operation including; shut-off valves, fire alarm/Vesda system, boiler system, HVAC units and overall building performance.  Performs other duties assigned by the Engineering Manager and/or Director of Engineering. 

• When not performing these duties at the primary assigned building, this position will be eligible for overtime at all Whitney locations and will adhere to the engineer’s regular duties and responsibilities per Local-30 contract and as assigned. 

Requirements: 

• Knowledge of HVAC and MEP
• Q-99 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer license

• Professional experience as an operations Engineer 

• Basic electrical and wiring skills, ability to diagnose issues and follow building code  

• Ability to operate lifts required to perform tasks 

• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the work 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills 

• Engineer must be personally vigilant and as the ability to oversee the work of others at all Whitney locations/spaces, ensuring that surfaces are protected and that art is never in danger. 

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly rate of $52.85 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) elections 

• Generous Paid Time off benefits 

• Commuter benefits - parking and mass transit 

• Admission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationally 

• Pet insurance and discounted membership for Citibike 

• This position is covered under Local 30 

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet, women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and culture space and what you hope to bring to this role. 

About the Whitney: 

The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. From her vision arose the Whitney Museum of American Art, which has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for 86 years. The core of the Whitney’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States. Through this mission and a steadfast commitment to artists themselves, the Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today. 

EEO Statement: 

The Whitney Museum of American Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.