Plant Engineer and Director of Maintenance
The Claremont Colleges Services, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
**NOTE TO APPLICANT:**
Some positions require a resume, cover letter and/or other documents to be submitted with your application. Please submit these as one attachment in the My Experience section of the application under the "resume/CV" upload section. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to attach additional documents.* **Supervise and manage the College’s building management systems, which includes investigating, troubleshooting, recommending and following through on system repair, replacement and/or improvement.*** **Review plans, drawings, maps, specifications, requisitions, and other documents related to the repair and replacement of systems for accuracy, compliance with applicable regulations and general conformance with College policies and goals.*** **Conduct on-site inspections of facilities to assess conditions and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; take appropriate action and follow through when warranted.*** **Provide professional advice, consultation, education, and assistance to constituents concerning Plant Operations/MEP systems.*** **Work directly with faculty, staff, vendors, students, and others on facilities projects involving plant operations and systems to determine needs, develop scope of work and implement projects effectively and efficiently.*** **Conduct Plant Operations/MEP systems facilities surveys and assessments as needed.*** **Supervise Maintenance staff on Plant Operations/MEP matters that may impact their ability to effectively maintain and operate campus facilities.*** **Develop and provide adequate training for maintenance and operations staff in a variety of areas such as safety, emergency preparedness, skill enhancement, maintenance standards and regulatory requirements to ensure technical competence in every trade, cross training, and interactional training.*** **Ensure that all services for MEPs are completed satisfactorily.*** **Promote teamwork within the department to heighten mutual understanding and cooperation in support of the College’s strategic vision and goals.*** **Interacting with College Constituencies*** **Assist the AVP for F&M
to prepare and present materials to PPCPC of the Board of Trustees.*** **Under the direction of the AVP for F&M , assist with or directly plan and deliver communications to various constituencies (e.g. the President’s Cabinet, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members) regarding Plant Operations.*** **Collaborate with the SDFEPS to ensure that Plant Operations adhere to safety and health regulations and requirements.*** **Serve as technical advisor to ensure effective, efficient and sustainable operations of MEP and other systems involved in capital projects.*** **Collaborate with other teams within Facilities and Maintenance
regarding routine and non-routine matters related to the construction, repair/renovation, special projects, and upkeep of facilities and grounds.*** **Collaborate with personnel from The Claremont Colleges Services and the Claremont Colleges.*** **Interacting with City, State and Federal Agencies*** **Under direction of the AVP for F&M, serve as the liaison with city, state and federal agencies and governing bodies and ensure compliance with all codes, laws and regulations.*** **Keep abreast of pertinent local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws; ensure compliance; and monitor the status of permits and applications.*** **Monitor physical plant, both physically and financially, and identify opportunities to make physical and or operational improvements.*** **Plan, coordinate, and implement energy savings based on available programs and opportunities.*** **Assist in identifying potential sustainability projects and proposing to the Vice President.*** **Implement sustainability projects approved by VP-COO, PPCPC, and board.*** **Staff HMC’s Sustainability Committee (HSC), comprised of faculty, students and staff.*** **Partner with VP-COO, AVP for F&M, and ATFA, to administer the College’s GreenFund, including analyzing potential projects to determine if the meet the requirements of the GreenFund policy, including required internal rate of return (IRR) and meeting with the GreenFund Subcommittee.*** **Coordinate and implement projects or special activities, in compliance with College policies and procedures, as directed by the AVP for F&M .*** **Respond to inquiries requiring knowledge of applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines.*** **Other duties as assigned.*** **Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or controls engineering.*** **Ten years of increasingly responsible and related experience (including supervision) in facilities plant operations and management, with focus on MEP systems.*** **Related experience in an academic institution or educational environment.*** **Engineering registration.*** **Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification.*** **Proficiency in engineering and construction terminology, theory, practices and principles.*** **Expertise in facility management systems, including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and water treatment.*** **In-depth knowledge of California building codes and industry standards for design, construction techniques and materials.*** **Familiarity with best practices for Plant Operations/MEP systems and environmental and sustainability practices, including LEED Green building rating system.*** **Proficiency in principles of engineering, architectural design, and project management.*** **Understanding of various construction and mechanical system trades to evaluate product quality.*** **Knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals and equipment for campus systems.*** **Skills in budgetary planning and management.*** **Proficiency in Microsoft Office and recordkeeping procedures.*** **Ability to create and interpret graphic presentations and construction documentation.*** **Excellent communication and presentation skills suitable for diverse audiences.*** **Strong interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and adaptability when engaging with the College’s stakeholders.*** **Interpret technical schematics, architectural blueprints, and specifications engaging in technical discussions with engineers and architects regarding campus utility systems in residential college or similar environments.*** **Stay updated on relevant local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws.*** **Demonstrate strategic and tactical thinking, proactively anticipating issues, by “seeing around corners”, and taking timely corrective action.*** **Utilize various software tools proficiently, including complex database and spreadsheet applications in information gathering.*** **Conduct thorough analysis and research, synthesizing information from diverse sources to formulate recommendations and develop comprehensive reports.*** **Exercise sound independent judgment and effective supervisory skills to achieve goals.*** **Manage multiple projects concurrently, meeting deadlines and prioritizing critical needs, while developing action plans at various stages.*** **Analyze and interpret complex data using a variety of software applications.*** **Foster collaborative relationships in a team and shared governance environment, engaging with diverse stakeholders such as the President's Cabinet, faculty, staff, students, alumni, trustees, governmental representatives, consultants, and other internal and external constituencies.*** **Prepare clear and concise materials, including reports, memoranda to effectively convey complicated and technical matters.*** **Articulate complex planning, design, construction, repair, and installation concepts and solutions to both small and large groups.*** **Assess equipment and system issues, conduct thorough research, and make timely and safe recommendations or take corrective action as necessary.*** **Demonstrate outstanding #J-18808-Ljbffr
Some positions require a resume, cover letter and/or other documents to be submitted with your application. Please submit these as one attachment in the My Experience section of the application under the "resume/CV" upload section. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to attach additional documents.* **Supervise and manage the College’s building management systems, which includes investigating, troubleshooting, recommending and following through on system repair, replacement and/or improvement.*** **Review plans, drawings, maps, specifications, requisitions, and other documents related to the repair and replacement of systems for accuracy, compliance with applicable regulations and general conformance with College policies and goals.*** **Conduct on-site inspections of facilities to assess conditions and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; take appropriate action and follow through when warranted.*** **Provide professional advice, consultation, education, and assistance to constituents concerning Plant Operations/MEP systems.*** **Work directly with faculty, staff, vendors, students, and others on facilities projects involving plant operations and systems to determine needs, develop scope of work and implement projects effectively and efficiently.*** **Conduct Plant Operations/MEP systems facilities surveys and assessments as needed.*** **Supervise Maintenance staff on Plant Operations/MEP matters that may impact their ability to effectively maintain and operate campus facilities.*** **Develop and provide adequate training for maintenance and operations staff in a variety of areas such as safety, emergency preparedness, skill enhancement, maintenance standards and regulatory requirements to ensure technical competence in every trade, cross training, and interactional training.*** **Ensure that all services for MEPs are completed satisfactorily.*** **Promote teamwork within the department to heighten mutual understanding and cooperation in support of the College’s strategic vision and goals.*** **Interacting with College Constituencies*** **Assist the AVP for F&M
to prepare and present materials to PPCPC of the Board of Trustees.*** **Under the direction of the AVP for F&M , assist with or directly plan and deliver communications to various constituencies (e.g. the President’s Cabinet, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members) regarding Plant Operations.*** **Collaborate with the SDFEPS to ensure that Plant Operations adhere to safety and health regulations and requirements.*** **Serve as technical advisor to ensure effective, efficient and sustainable operations of MEP and other systems involved in capital projects.*** **Collaborate with other teams within Facilities and Maintenance
regarding routine and non-routine matters related to the construction, repair/renovation, special projects, and upkeep of facilities and grounds.*** **Collaborate with personnel from The Claremont Colleges Services and the Claremont Colleges.*** **Interacting with City, State and Federal Agencies*** **Under direction of the AVP for F&M, serve as the liaison with city, state and federal agencies and governing bodies and ensure compliance with all codes, laws and regulations.*** **Keep abreast of pertinent local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws; ensure compliance; and monitor the status of permits and applications.*** **Monitor physical plant, both physically and financially, and identify opportunities to make physical and or operational improvements.*** **Plan, coordinate, and implement energy savings based on available programs and opportunities.*** **Assist in identifying potential sustainability projects and proposing to the Vice President.*** **Implement sustainability projects approved by VP-COO, PPCPC, and board.*** **Staff HMC’s Sustainability Committee (HSC), comprised of faculty, students and staff.*** **Partner with VP-COO, AVP for F&M, and ATFA, to administer the College’s GreenFund, including analyzing potential projects to determine if the meet the requirements of the GreenFund policy, including required internal rate of return (IRR) and meeting with the GreenFund Subcommittee.*** **Coordinate and implement projects or special activities, in compliance with College policies and procedures, as directed by the AVP for F&M .*** **Respond to inquiries requiring knowledge of applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines.*** **Other duties as assigned.*** **Degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or controls engineering.*** **Ten years of increasingly responsible and related experience (including supervision) in facilities plant operations and management, with focus on MEP systems.*** **Related experience in an academic institution or educational environment.*** **Engineering registration.*** **Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification.*** **Proficiency in engineering and construction terminology, theory, practices and principles.*** **Expertise in facility management systems, including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and water treatment.*** **In-depth knowledge of California building codes and industry standards for design, construction techniques and materials.*** **Familiarity with best practices for Plant Operations/MEP systems and environmental and sustainability practices, including LEED Green building rating system.*** **Proficiency in principles of engineering, architectural design, and project management.*** **Understanding of various construction and mechanical system trades to evaluate product quality.*** **Knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals and equipment for campus systems.*** **Skills in budgetary planning and management.*** **Proficiency in Microsoft Office and recordkeeping procedures.*** **Ability to create and interpret graphic presentations and construction documentation.*** **Excellent communication and presentation skills suitable for diverse audiences.*** **Strong interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and adaptability when engaging with the College’s stakeholders.*** **Interpret technical schematics, architectural blueprints, and specifications engaging in technical discussions with engineers and architects regarding campus utility systems in residential college or similar environments.*** **Stay updated on relevant local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws.*** **Demonstrate strategic and tactical thinking, proactively anticipating issues, by “seeing around corners”, and taking timely corrective action.*** **Utilize various software tools proficiently, including complex database and spreadsheet applications in information gathering.*** **Conduct thorough analysis and research, synthesizing information from diverse sources to formulate recommendations and develop comprehensive reports.*** **Exercise sound independent judgment and effective supervisory skills to achieve goals.*** **Manage multiple projects concurrently, meeting deadlines and prioritizing critical needs, while developing action plans at various stages.*** **Analyze and interpret complex data using a variety of software applications.*** **Foster collaborative relationships in a team and shared governance environment, engaging with diverse stakeholders such as the President's Cabinet, faculty, staff, students, alumni, trustees, governmental representatives, consultants, and other internal and external constituencies.*** **Prepare clear and concise materials, including reports, memoranda to effectively convey complicated and technical matters.*** **Articulate complex planning, design, construction, repair, and installation concepts and solutions to both small and large groups.*** **Assess equipment and system issues, conduct thorough research, and make timely and safe recommendations or take corrective action as necessary.*** **Demonstrate outstanding #J-18808-Ljbffr