Engineer at The Frick Collection in New York, NY

Description

Full-time Nonexempt

$44.00/hour + 10% night differential, where applicable, and time-and-a-half over 37.50 hours/week.

Background

The collection originated with Henry Clay Frick (1849–1919), who bequeathed his home, paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts to the public for their enjoyment. The institution’s holdings—which encompass masterworks from the Renaissance through the nineteenth century—have grown over the decades, more than doubling in size since the opening of the museum in 1935. A critical component of the institution is the Frick Art Research Library, founded in 1920 by Helen Clay Frick, daughter of the museum’s founder. Recognized as one of the world’s top art history research centers, it has served students, scholars, and members of the public free of charge for generations.

The Frick has undergone a comprehensive renovation and was open in a temporary home, Frick Madison, from 2020 through early 2024, while renovations were underway at the mansion on 70th Street. In addition to special exhibition galleries and education spaces, we have added enhanced visitor amenities and accessible spaces. The museum and Art Research Library reopened to the public in April 2025.

Workplace culture

At the Frick Collection, we pride ourselves on promoting an open and welcoming workplace culture that supports diversity and work-life balance. The Frick strives to provide our employees with competitive salaries and exceptional benefits in a beautiful and pleasant work setting, while offering an excellent opportunity to appreciate some of the world’s finest works of art.

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at The Frick Collection, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, military status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Position Summary

Scheduled building checks of mechanical spaces and fan rooms. Record readings of building temperatures, humidity, vault systems, and utility usage twice per shift making necessary adjustments and calibrations on BMS system. Check chiller system and record readings every other hour making adjustments as needed. Monitor compressed air systems and steam pressure throughout shift. Change filters and belts for fan systems. Clean coils, strainers, cooling tower equipment. Lubricate pumps, motors, and auxiliary equipment. Pack valves, overhaul steam traps, repair leaks. Clean roof drains, unclog toilets/sinks. Repair bathroom fixtures. General building maintenance including locks, door checks, kitchen equipment, and furniture assembly. Assist in moving office equipment and artwork. Upkeep of work areas including trash removal and painting of mechanical spaces and equipment. Open and close exterior shutters as needed.

Requirements

Strong knowledge/skills in mechanical systems; intermediate knowledge/skills in electrical and plumbing systems; working knowledge/skills with HVAC systems, low-pressure steam, pumps, compressors and control systems; basic knowledge of safety standards/regulations; ability to read blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and nameplates; good communication skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; NYC Unlimited Tonnage Refrigeration Machine Operators License (Q-01) and EPA-CFC Universal certification required. Ideal candidates will possess several of the following FDNY Certificates of Fitness: P-98, G-60, F-01, F-03, F-60, S-12, S-13.

Physical Requirements

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

• Physical requirements are comparable to most office roles in addition to the ability to support maintenance of the physical plant and HVAC systems
• Ability to interact in-person with colleagues, vendors, and visitors.
• Use common office tools and machines (computer, phone).
• Ability to traverse throughout the office, building(s) in and out-of-doors and visit different levels of the building. Including climbing ladders and work on rooftops.
• Ability to perform heavy, physical labor on a daily basis in all weather conditions (year-round).
• Ability to reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and regularly lift and/or move 40 lbs. (tools and equipment). Ability to transport and operate equipment, including but not limited to: ladders Genie Lift, power tools, drill press, recovery unit, vacuum pump, drain snake.
• Operate and maintain gas powered snow blower and assist in snow and ice removal.

Work Hours and Compensation

Regular workweek is 37.5 hours; hours worked in excess of 37.5 per workweek are paid at time-and-a-half. The hourly rate for this position is $44.00/hour. Annual nonexempt base salary is $85,800.00 Additional 10% differential for evening/overnight shifts.

Benefits

Benefits are subject to change and may differ based on employee status.

Paid Holidays: All full-time employees are eligible for 14 paid holidays, all federal holidays including Juneteenth, and Election Day. Including four floating holidays: two may be used in the first half of the calendar year, two may be used in the second half of the calendar year.

Sick and Vacation Time: Eligible full-time employees accrue up to 12 sick and 15 vacation days their first year of employment. In subsequent years, eligible full-time employees accrue up to 12 sick days and 25 vacation days per year.

Family leave: We provide all eligible employees with paid bereavement leave and paid family leave, and we adhere to federal family leave laws.

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance: All eligible full-time employees and their eligible dependents may enroll in employer-sponsored benefit plans. Employees contribute to the cost of health insurance based on income level and type of coverage selected.

Retirement: The Frick supports all employees in planning for retirement. The Frick provides all eligible employees with a defined benefit pension plan, the value of this plan is equivalent to an additional 12% in compensation. Employees may also choose to make additional contributions to The Frick's Tax Deferred?Savings Plan?– 403(b) plan.

Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance: The Frick covers the entire cost of these benefits for all eligible full-time employees. The life insurance benefit is up to three times the employee’s annual salary.

Wellness Programs at the Frick include an Employee Assistance Plan, a discount on Citi Bike memberships, and a discount on bike helmets.

Meal discount: When employees are working onsite, they may access a discount on food pickup or delivery through Seamless/Grubhub.

Additional Benefits: The Frick also offers eligible employees additional benefits including transit benefit of $132/month and flexible spending accounts for medical expenses, dependent care, and additional commuting costs. All employees may access a discount on Museum Shop purchases and in our onsite café and restaurant during opening hours.

Application Process

Apply here or send resume and cover letter to:

Assistant Chief Engineer

The Frick Collection 1 East 70th?Street

New York, NY 10021

This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.