LUIS RIVERA
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Experienced with applying engineering principles to real-world problems, leading to impactful solutions. Utilizes analytical skills and technical knowledge to enhance operational efficiency. Track record of effective team collaboration and project completion.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineer
Central Plant
01.2005 - Current
- Providing low pressure steam & cooling water to 4 office towers and retail roughly 8 million square feet.
- The Hudson River is the source for Heat rejection (no cooling towers).
- Performing duties associated with the operation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration and air-conditioning and heating equipment. will make adjustments and major repairs to mechanical and electrical equipment and component parts of heating and air-conditioning systems.
- River Water Equipment
- Using hydraulic machine (10,000 psi) to open and close PHX’s.
- When PHX is open; power washing 500 plates, inspecting and repairing as needed.
- Pulling out river water supply pumps for maintenance or repair.
- Thermal Storage Equipment
- 13 tanks 1 empty 288,000 gallons each tank.
- In a closed loop system making 42 degree water and storing it in Water Storage Tanks to use in replacement of Refrigeration Machines depending on electrical demand of the month and building load for the day.
- Pumps (175 HP - 75 HP)
- Mechanical seals
- Pump removal/pump installing.
- Steam
- Receiving high pressure steam from con Ed 175psi using pressure reducing valves PRV’s to break down to low pressure (8 -15 psi)
- Suppling 4 towers & utilities, repairing steam leaks, PRV valves (stem seals/diaphragms) steam traps & steam rigs when needed.
- Chemical Water Treatment
- Running and maintaining equipment in water treatment, adding chemicals, changing filters as needed to open and closed loop systems.
- 55 feet below grade
Helper
A Tower (200 Liberty)
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Performing duties associated with assisting with the operation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration and air-conditioning and heating equipment. With supervision, will make adjustments and minor repairs to mechanical and electrical equipment and component parts of heating and air-conditioning systems.
Education
Refrigeration Engineer -
Turner Trade School
New York, NYLEED Green Associate Courses - undefined
Archiroots
05.2026
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Project planning
- System troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Team building
- Excellent communication
- Problem resolution
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Refrigeration License (Q-01)
- Pesticide Applicator (7G)
- EPA 608
- F01 Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment
- S12 Sprinkler
- S13 Standpipe
- G35 Air Compressor
- P99 Low PSI Oil Burner Operator
- P98 Supervise Fuel-Oil transfer in buildings
- S95 Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems
Personal Information
Title: Operating Engineer
Timeline
Engineer
Central Plant
01.2005 - Current
Helper
A Tower (200 Liberty)
01.2004 - 01.2005
LEED Green Associate Courses - undefined
Archiroots
Refrigeration Engineer -
Turner Trade School