Assistant Chief Engineer - Local 94

RXR is an innovative real estate investment manager, operator, developer, and place-maker committed to applying a customer and community-centered approach to acquiring, operating, and building properties and to providing services and products that create enduring value for all stakeholders. Headquartered in New York with a nationally-scaled platform, RXR is a 450+ person, vertically integrated investment manager with expertise in a wide array of value creation activities, including acquisitions, asset and portfolio management, property operations, development, construction, leasing, and technological innovation. RXR is an active investor in real estate credit, rental housing, commercial property, and property technology through value-added and opportunistic investment strategies.

The RXR platform manages 93 commercial real estate properties and investments with an aggregate gross asset value of approximately $18 billion, comprising approximately 30.5 million square feet of commercial properties, a multi-family residential portfolio of approximately 9,400 units under operation or development, and control of development rights for an additional approximately 3,000 multi-family and for sale units as of December 31, 2023. Gross asset value compiled by RXR in accordance with company fair value measurement policy and is comprised of capital invested by RXR and its partners, as well as leverage.

The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for assisting the Chief Engineer by overseeing all union tradesmen responsible for the maintenance of all mechanical systems at Starrett Lehigh. Coordinates, interprets, maintains, and repairs facility equipment, including but not limited to switch gear, panel boards, distribution, lighting, and lighting control equipment, plumbing systems, HVAC systems, Life Safety systems, etc. at the facility to ensure continuous and proper operation in the most economical fashion.  

• Work closely with Chief Engineer and team to evaluate contractors’ performance, adherence to the plans, and resulting well-being of the building 
• Assist Chief Engineer in the scheduling, repair, and close-out of tenant work order repairs, preventative maintenance programs, emergency repairs, and budgeted projects.  
• Assist Chief Engineer in obtaining proposals for repairs  
• Create and administer purchase orders 
• Assist with payroll functions 
• Respond to emergencies and other sudden or unanticipated events and reports of abnormal/adverse conditions 
• Maintain base building equipment as directed (e.g., periodic lubrication, regular air filter changes, periodic inspections, convector cleaning, chilled water plant work)  
• Monitor HVAC equipment, cooling tower/condenser water systems (two operate 24/7/365) and domestic hot water 
• Implement repairs to base building equipment as may be necessary, or facilitate same by outside entities 
• Monitor water treatment; maintain treatment equipment 
• Respond to service requests from tenants via the Building’s work order management system, Angus AnyWhere; e.g., picture-hanging, restroom repairs, hot/cold calls, other various handyman-type services 
• Ensure actions and repairs internally and externally are in compliance with the Building Rules and Regulations, and applicable codes and labor regulations  
• Administer fire alarm/fire suppression systems shutdowns as necessary 
• Conduct fire alarm tests and watches, as necessary 
• Conduct visual checks of property exterior, setbacks, roofs, and sewage pumps 
• Start appropriate HVAC equipment (e. g., base building AHU’s, chilled water plant, domestic hot water) as necessary  
• Replace light bulbs in non-contracted areas as required  
• Read utility meters  
• Accommodate DOB, FDNY, DEP, & ConEd personnel as necessary for monthly meter readings, inspections, tests, and requests 
• Accommodate window cleaners as necessary for semi-annual window cleaning  
• Accommodate building management and leasing requests as necessary  
• Accommodate outside contractors as necessary for work undertaken by building or tenants 
• Serve as fire brigade member 
• Minimize tenant disturbances 
• Ensure high level of tenant satisfaction and tenant requests are met in a timely manner. 
• Address problems as soon as possible with careful attention to prioritization 
• Able to perform all work utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) while following all OSHA guidelines and safety precautions.  

• Ability to visually inspect machinery.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs for inspections and emergency procedure practice and/or implementation.
• Ability to detect emergency alarms and alarm conditions – by auditory, visual, and olfactory senses.
• Ability to inspect equipment located on roofs or other high places.
• Ability to climb to roof of the building using stairways during conditions of power loss and during other emergencies.
• Ability to work on hands and knees for inspection, repair or maintenance of equipment located low to the roof, floor slabs or ground.
• Ability to work weekends and extended hours.
• Ability to respond 24/7 to building emergencies.
• Ability to climb ladders to conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Ability to move heavy objects with the aid of appropriate tools and equipment.
• Ability to carry heavy objects, such as five (5) gallon pails up several flights of stairs.

• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and training skills.
• As required, highest-level relevant state/local license for Stationary Engineer and/or HVAC, plus universal level refrigerant recovery license.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Ability to create and manage construction punch-lists.
• Experience overseeing MEP commissioning.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with basic MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Computer skills and building automation system experience required.
• Certification meeting OSHA ACM awareness training requirements as required.
• Working knowledge of energy conservation required, formal.
• Knowledge of Building Management & Control Systems and Work OrderMgmt. System
• Strong problem identification, reasoning, and communication skills
• Experience with project management and scheduling
• Detail oriented in all tasks, repairs, construction oversight, etc.
• Technical ability
• Knowledgeable on sustainability efforts and practices

• Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience 
• Q01/Q99 - Certificate of Qualification for Refrigerating System Operating Engineer
• S12 – Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Sprinkler Systems
• S13 – Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Standpipe Systems
• EPA Section 608: Universal CFC Certification
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Building Management & Control Systems, Android Device, Work Order Mgmt. System 
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong problem identification, reasoning, and communication skills  
• Experience with project management and scheduling 
• Detail oriented in all tasks, repairs, construction oversight, etc.  
• Ability to learn new technologies and use existing technology
• Knowledgeable on sustainability efforts and practices 
• In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), all new hires will be required to have five (5) of the following certificates of fitness that are issued by the New York City Fire Department (“FDNY”). If the certificate of fitness is not already held, the certificate is to be obtained within two (2) years.

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RXR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. 

RXR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, RXR will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact 516-506-6847.