<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Fulfills the mission of Norwich University by overseeing for all in-house and contracted services associated with heating, heating controls, ventilating, air-conditioning, refrigeration systems, humidification system, electrical & fire alarm systems and associated mechanical systems for all campus buildings approximately 1.6 million square feet of facilities. Oversees the MEP Supervisor, Heating Plant Supervisor, and Building Control Specialist.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>Manages relevant renewal, replacement, and repair projects. </li><li>Maintains preventative maintenance programs for building equipment with focus on system optimization, energy efficiency, and reliability. </li><li>Manages work orders and backlog; prioritizes and assigns work, checks work in progress; coordinates work with other trades and supervisors. </li><li>Manages technical contracted service projects and preventative maintenance services for HVAC equipment, steam distribution, and building automation. </li><li>Collaborates with Energy & Technology Manager to ensure effective operation of building and equipment operations. </li><li>Develops and implements building energy use optimization in alignment with Energy 2028 energy conservation initiative. </li><li>Procures equipment and supplies; recommends staffing needs, schedules staff, and coordinates contracted services as required. </li><li>Engages in design development and planning for building renovations or new construction. </li><li>Ensures safety procedures are followed, including lockout / tag-out, confined space and PPE for in-house personnel and contracted services. </li><li>Complies with related Federal, State and local codes. </li></ul> <p>Other Functions</p> <ul> <li>Assesses the performance of direct reports and provides frequent feedback to optimize their performance. </li><li>Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information. </li><li>Communicates with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner. </li><li>Serves on University committees, councils, workgroups, or other designated bodies as assigned. </li><li>Achieves, maintains proficiency in, and utilizes computers, telephones, and other job-related equipment, including related systems and software. </li><li>Speaks, reads, and writes in English. </li><li>Communicates by telephone, email, letter, in person, or other means or device. </li><li>Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor. </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with electrical knowledge. </li><li>10 years of progressively complex experience in HVAC trade. </li><li>Experience with operation, maintenance and design of building mechanical and HVAC systems required. </li><li>Broad-based and developed management experience, with a demonstrated record in directing service and operations. </li><li>Extensive knowledge of methods, equipment, and personnel management is required. </li><li>Must be familiar with computer-automated systems and record management. </li><li>EPA refrigerant technician certifications preferred. </li><li>Extensive practical and hands-on trouble-shooting experience with HVAC equipment including chillers, air handlers, cooling tower, steam distribution, chemical treatment, and operating tasks to ensure effective operation of campus HVAC systems. </li><li>Sound knowledge and experience with electric, electronic, computer-based, and pneumatic control systems. </li><li>Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook) </li><li>Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 50 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus </li><li>Work some evening or weekend hours </li></ul> <p>Environmental Conditions</p> <ul> <li>Indoor work at a computer workstation and outdoor work in all weather conditions. </li><li>Medium level of exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes. </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at nuhr@norwich.edu for assistance.</p> <p>All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now or in the future. A post offer, pre-employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Please provide a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and Norwich application.</p> <p>URL: www.norwich.edu</p>