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  • Combustion Field Service Engineer
    Combustion Field Service Engineer
    2 days ago
    $80000–$120000 yearly
    Full-time
    Bethpage

    Position Summary- REMOTE The Combustion Field Service Engineer is responsible for supporting the installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, tuning, inspection, and service of industrial combustion systems used on ovens, furnaces, washers, dry-off ovens, thermal systems, and related finishing equipment. This position works directly with customers, field crews, controls engineers, mechanical engineers, project managers, and vendors to ensure combustion equipment operates safely, reliably, and according to project requirements. The role requires strong technical ability, hands-on troubleshooting skills, field communication skills, and a willingness to travel to customer sites. The ideal candidate has experience with industrial burners, gas trains, safety shutoff systems, fuel-air ratio control, temperature control, combustion blowers, exhaust systems, and industrial oven or furnace operation. Key Responsibilities Field Service & Commissioning · Travel to customer sites to support installation, startup, commissioning, service, and troubleshooting of industrial combustion systems. · Inspect burner assemblies, gas trains, air piping, fuel piping, combustion blowers, exhaust systems, pressure switches, flame safeguards, valves, regulators, and related components. · Assist with burner light-off, pilot setup, main flame setup, low-fire and high-fire adjustment, and combustion tuning. · Verify proper operation of combustion safety devices, interlocks, purge sequences, flame detection systems, and burner management controls. · Support startup and commissioning of ovens, furnaces, dry-off ovens, washers, and other thermal process equipment. · Perform system inspections and identify mechanical, electrical, controls, or combustion-related issues. · Diagnose and resolve field issues involving burner performance, flame stability, temperature control, pressure problems, nuisance trips, uneven heating, or poor system operation. · Work with controls engineers to verify burner control logic, alarms, interlocks, permissives, and operating sequences. · Document startup settings, field changes, test results, and service findings. Combustion System Troubleshooting · Troubleshoot natural gas, propane, combustion air, pilot, ignition, flame detection, and burner management issues. · Evaluate gas train components including regulators, safety shutoff valves, proof-of-closure switches, vent valves, pressure switches, gauges, and manual valves. · Check combustion air supply, burner air settings, blower operation, draft conditions, and exhaust performance. · Identify issues related to fuel pressure, air pressure, flame signal, ignition reliability, burner turndown, and temperature stability. · Make recommendations for repair, replacement, adjustment, or redesign when systems are not operating correctly. · Support emergency service calls and customer troubleshooting when equipment is down or performing poorly. Technical Support & Communication · Communicate clearly with customers, plant maintenance teams, contractors, vendors, and internal project teams. · Provide field feedback to engineering, controls, purchasing, and project management. · Assist with reviewing drawings, burner manuals, gas train layouts, equipment manuals, and control sequences. · Support the creation of service reports, inspection reports, punch lists, startup documentation, and customer recommendations. · Communicate parts needs to purchasing and help identify replacement components. · Assist with training customers on proper equipment operation, safety checks, startup procedures, shutdown procedures, and routine maintenance. Safety & Compliance · Follow company safety policies and customer site safety requirements. · Support combustion system work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, customer specifications, and industry best practices. · Verify that safety devices and interlocks are operating as intended before equipment is released for production. · Identify unsafe conditions and communicate concerns immediately to the appropriate internal and customer contacts. · Maintain accurate documentation of combustion settings, safety checks, field adjustments, and service recommendations. Required Skills & Qualifications · Experience with industrial combustion systems, burners, ovens, furnaces, dryers, thermal oxidizers, or related industrial heating equipment. · Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, controls, and combustion-related issues in the field. · Understanding of burner operation, fuel-air ratio, pilot systems, flame detection, combustion air, exhaust, draft, and temperature control. · Familiarity with gas train components such as regulators, safety shutoff valves, pressure switches, proof-of-closure switches, vent valves, and flame safeguards. · Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, piping diagrams, control panel drawings, and equipment manuals. · Strong communication skills with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams. · Ability to work independently at customer sites while representing the company professionally. · Strong documentation skills for service reports, startup notes, inspection findings, and punch lists. · Willingness and ability to travel regularly for customer site work. · Valid driver’s license. · Ability to use basic hand tools, meters, manometers, combustion analyzers, and other field service equipment. Preferred Qualifications · Experience with industrial ovens, porcelain enamel furnaces, paint finishing systems, washers, dry-off ovens, cure ovens, or heat-treating equipment. · Experience with burner brands such as Maxon, Eclipse, North American, or similar industrial burner systems. · Experience with flame safeguard systems, burner management systems, PLC-controlled combustion systems, and safety circuits. · Familiarity with NFPA 86 or other industrial oven and furnace safety standards. · Experience performing combustion analysis and burner tuning. · Electrical troubleshooting experience including control panels, relays, sensors, limit switches, VFDs, and PLC inputs/outputs. · Experience leading or supporting equipment startups. · Welding, fabrication, pipefitting, millwright, or mechanical installation experience is a plus. · Associate degree, technical certificate, military technical training, or equivalent field experience in combustion, electrical, mechanical, industrial maintenance, or engineering technology is preferred. Physical Requirements · Ability to travel to industrial customer sites. · Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, kneel, crawl, and work around industrial equipment. · Ability to lift and carry tools, parts, and equipment up to 50 lbs. · Ability to work in hot, dirty, noisy, or active industrial environments. · Ability to work at heights, around moving equipment, and in confined or restricted areas when required. · Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat, steel-toe boots, and other customer-required safety equipment. Travel Requirements

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  • Brand Specialist
    Brand Specialist
    1 month ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    St. Albans, Queens

    . Position Overview NickLuxuryCutz LLC is engaging an Executive Assistant / Brand & Contract Manager to support brand growth across barbering, marketing, customer development, partnerships, and product-related initiatives. The role provides organized business support, relationship development, and day-to-day brand coordination. Compensation is commission-based as described below, with opportunities for additional responsibilities and advancement based on business needs and performance. Responsibilities • Manage and coordinate brand-related social media pages, including Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and TikTok., • Create, schedule, and post engaging content, promotions, announcements, and updates., • Organize subscription sign-ups, customer follow-ups, outreach, and marketing campaigns., • Assist with contract and partnership outreach involving sports teams, entertainment, corporate partners, sponsors, and prospective clients., • Communicate with vendors, manufacturers, distributors, and service providers regarding product development, packaging, and related business needs., • Maintain organized records of leads, subscribers, prospects, vendors, and business contacts., • Research potential collaborations, campaigns, and partnerships related to NickLuxuryCutz products and services., • Perform other reasonable business-support duties related to the role and growth of the NickLuxuryCutz brand. Compensation • 10% commission on each qualifying contract sourced or secured by the Assistant, including brand, vendor, partnership, sponsorship, or similar business deals., • 5% commission on each first-time subscription directly brought in by the Assistant., • Additional bonuses may be offered for exceptional performance, completed projects, or achievement of mutually established targets., • Commissions are payable within seven (7) days after NickLuxuryCutz LLC receives the corresponding payment., • The Assistant is an independent contractor responsible for applicable taxes, insurance, and ordinary business expenses unless otherwise agreed in writing.

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  • Resident Counselor
    Resident Counselor
    1 month ago
    $20 hourly
    Full-time
    Freeport

    Resident Counselor Part-Time Position Are you compassionate, dependable, and looking for a rewarding opportunity where your work can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Project REAL is seeking dedicated Residential Counselors to join our team. In this role, you will support adults with mental health disabilities as they work toward greater independence and achieve their personal goals within a community residential setting. Key Responsibilities Residential Counselors are responsible for the supervision, support, and care of the individuals residing in our programs. Responsibilities include: • Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of residents, • Supporting residents with daily living activities and personal goals, • Implementing scheduled recreational and program activities, • Documenting services and residents’ progress, • Assisting with the development and implementation of individualized service plans, • Participating in semiannual and annual resident review meetings, • Advocating for residents’ needs, • Helping residents identify and overcome challenges, • Working collaboratively with program staff and other service providers Qualifications Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: • Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a human services-related field, • Associate degree in a human services-related field and at least three years of human services experience, • High school diploma or equivalent and at least five years of human services experience, • Other professional qualifications approved in writing by the New York State Office of Mental Health Some local travel is required. A valid driver’s license is required. What We Offer Full-time employees are eligible for an excellent benefits package that includes: • Health, dental, and vision coverage, • Life insurance, • Retirement plan, • Tuition reimbursement, • Generous paid holidays, vacation time, and paid time off Our Ideal Candidate Is: • Dependable and reliable, • Compassionate and people-oriented, • Comfortable interacting with residents and working as part of a team, • Adaptable and able to respond to changing priorities, • Capable of working independently, • Calm, professional, and effective in challenging situations, • Committed to helping others achieve greater independence Preferred Experience and Certifications • At least one year of caregiving or human services experience, • Current CPR certification Project REAL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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  • Administrative Assistant
    Administrative Assistant
    2 months ago
    $50000–$65000 yearly
    Full-time
    Westbury

    Job Summary We are looking for a reliable, organized Administrative Assistant to join our team. The candidate will have at least 3 years of administrative experience and be fluent in both English and Chinese (Mandarin). Responsibilities • Provide general administrative and clerical support to management and staff, • Answer phone calls, respond to emails, and communicate with customers, vendors, and employees, • Prepare, organize, and maintain company documents, records, and reports, • Handle data entry, filing, scheduling, and other office tasks, • Assist with payroll, invoices, purchase orders, and other basic accounting-related administrative duties, • Coordinate communication between management, employees, customers, and vendors, • Assist with daily office operations and special projects, • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive company information professionally, • Perform other administrative duties as assigned Qualifications • Minimum 3 years of administrative or office management experience, • Fluent in English and Chinese (Mandarin), both written and spoken, • Strong organizational and time-management skills, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Quickbooks, • Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines, • Reliable, responsible, and able to work independently What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience, • Full-time employment, • A professional and supportive work environment, • Opportunities for growth and increased responsibilities

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