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Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Planner Scheduler - HVAC

University of North Carolina Greensboro Fort Collins, CO

Days Posted: 5 days

Experience Level:Not Specified

Employment Type:Not Specified

Pay Range: $27.13/hr - $40.12/hr (Estimated)

Posting Details Posting Details Requisition Number S3059 Position Number 998024 Position Classification Title Engineering Technician Functional Title Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Planner Scheduler - HVAC Position Type Staff University Information Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The University of North Carolina at Greensboro Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres. Position Summary In general, the Planner/Scheduler is responsible for overseeing and enhancing the University's preventive maintenance program. This position performs administrative and technical work in planning, coordinating, and scheduling maintenance activities across campus facilities and operations. They are specifically responsible for creating the look ahead schedule for the trades/crews they are assigned. The Planner/Scheduler for the Mechanical (HVAC), Electrical, Plumbing and Steam trades for all of the UNCG campus. These trades have responsibility for utility systems that affect larger portions of the entire campus. Because of this, these positions must have technical competence in one or more of the MEP trades to be able to adequately plan the work for these trades. In addition, they must have strong knowledge of how utility systems are interconnected, and what is required to safely work on them without having unintended consequences. Work includes collaborating with trade shops, troubleshooting maintenance issues, and conducting inspections to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards. This role requires a strong emphasis on preventive and predictive maintenance planning, efficient resource utilization, and adherence to industry best practices. Handles project management for small projects that are under $100,000 and that are not under the oversight of the State Construction Office. Depending on the work environment, the Planner/Scheduler may also lead, or support programs related to sustainable energy practices, asbestos abatement, environmental compliance, refrigerant management, and other key initiatives that align with UNCG's mission and operational goals. Additional duties as assigned. <ul> <li>40% - Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Planning - Responsible for developing, scheduling, and monitoring preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure reliability and efficiency across all facilities. </li><li>25% - Work Coordination & Scheduling - Oversees the day-to-day scheduling and coordination of maintenance work across campus facilities. </li><li>15% - Compliance, Safety & Regulatory Support - Ensures that all planned and scheduled work complies with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements. </li><li>10% - Program Development & Continuous Improvement - Leads initiatives to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of maintenance programs and processes. </li><li>5% - MRO Stores & Parts Support - Supports maintenance operations by assisting with MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) parts management and definitions. </li><li>5% - Stakeholder Communication & Reporting - Provides clear communication, reporting, and consultation with University stakeholders. </li></ul> This position is mandatory as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy. Minimum Qualifications ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN THE ASSIGNED DISCIPLINE; OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE. SOME POSITIONS MAY REQUIRE CERTIFICATION. ALL DEGREES MUST BE RECEIVED FROM APPROPRIATELY ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONS. Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Valid Driver's License required Preferred Qualifications Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes: <ul> <li>Name </li><li>Company Name </li><li>Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor. </li><li>Email Address </li><li>Contact Phone Number </li></ul> Recruitment Range $64,000 - $66,000 Org #-Department Facility Services Housekeeping - 56408 Work Hours of Position 7:30 A.M - 4:30 P.M., M-F Number of Months per Year 12 Posting Requirements Job Family Engineering & Architecture Career Banded Title Engineering Technician Open Date 12/15/2025 Close Date 01/15/2026 FTE 1.000 FLSA Non-Exempt If other, please indicate If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Salary Grade Equivalency Key Responsibilities ____ Key Responsibility Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Planning Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Responsible for developing, scheduling, and monitoring preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure reliability and efficiency across all facilities. </li><li>Responsible for MEP trades which require complex and technical experience and knowledge. </li><li>Serves as a technical expert to support the trades in their work and development on campus wide utility systems. </li><li>Develops and maintains preventive maintenance (PM) programs for campus systems, equipment, and utilities. </li><li>Uses CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to schedule work orders, track completion, and report compliance. </li><li>Creates PM schedules and coordinates with trade shops and supervisors to minimize downtime and disruptions. </li><li>Monitors program effectiveness and recommends improvements to enhance reliability. </li><li>Creates new and reviews existing Preventive Maintenance plans to incorporate lessons learned from equipment failure and to optimize the PM program. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Work Coordination & Scheduling Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Oversees the day-to-day scheduling and coordination of maintenance work across campus facilities. </li><li>Responsible for giving direction to trades and other planner schedulers regarding implementing best practices for complex projects. </li><li>Reviews work orders for scope, priority, and resource requirements. </li><li>Creates weekly and monthly schedules balancing preventive, corrective, and project work. </li><li>Aligns staffing, tools, and materials to meet schedule commitments. </li><li>Communicates schedules to supervisors, shop leads, and contractors, ensuring clear expectations. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Compliance, Safety & Regulatory Support Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Ensures that all planned and scheduled work complies with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements. </li><li>Ability to independently conduct complex inspections for compliance with contract agreements, standards/codes and specifications. </li><li>Conducts inspections and audits of scheduled work to ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Regularly schedules audits to ensure compliance to scope and requirements of the completed work. Where deficiencies are identified through audits, creates Corrective Work Orders to cure all deficiencies. </li><li>Maintains documentation for compliance with OSHA, EPA, and campus safety requirements. To fulfill this role, must stay current on Federal, State and UNC-G regulations pertaining to the trades and crews the position does planning for. </li><li>Supports specialized programs such as refrigerant management, asbestos abatement, and environmental compliance. </li><li>Provides reports to leadership and regulatory bodies as required. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Program Development & Continuous Improvement Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Leads initiatives to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of maintenance programs and processes. </li><li>Analyzes maintenance data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement. </li><li>Recommends updates to preventive maintenance tasks, schedules, and frequencies. </li><li>Participates in campus initiatives related to energy efficiency, sustainability, and reliability. </li></ul> Key Responsibility MRO Stores & Parts Support Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Supports maintenance operations by assisting with MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) parts management and definitions. </li><li>Defines MRO Stores parts needed for maintenance to include setting up parts in TMA, identifying the min/max order quantity, reorder quantity and minimum order amount; catalogs and standardizes parts for maintenance activities. </li><li>Ensures parts availability aligns with scheduled work to minimize downtime. </li><li>Provides feedback to optimize inventory levels, vendor relationships, and storeroom practices. </li><li>Acts as a liaison between the maintenance department and MRO Stores to ensure resource needs are met. </li></ul> Key Responsibility Stakeholder Communication & Reporting Essential Tasks <ul> <li>Provides clear communication, reporting, and consultation with University stakeholders. </li><li>Prepares reports, dashboards, and presentations summarizing maintenance performance and compliance. </li><li>Communicates schedules and program updates with administrators, supervisors, and front-line staff. </li><li>Represents Facilities Operations in planning meetings, advisory committees, and cross-departmental initiatives </li></ul> Competency ____ Competency Knowledge - Technical Competency Description <ul> <li>Thorough expertise and understanding of concepts, practices, and theories used in the technical specialty area. </li><li>Ability to serve as a technical expert while independently accomplishing assigned tasks. </li><li>Thorough knowledge of state and/or federal rules and regulations for specific program area, to ensure compliance and provide guidance/interpretation. </li><li>Thorough knowledge and skill in the use of equipment and/or software. </li></ul> Competency Level Advanced Competency Inspecting Competency Description <ul> <li>Ability to independently conduct complex inspections for compliance with contract agreements, standards/codes and specifications. </li><li>May require ability to serve as lead or resource. </li><li>Ability to maintain detailed records. </li><li>Ability to analyze findings and recommend corrective actions. </li><li>May be required to serve as lead or resource. </li></ul> Competency Level Advanced Competency Surveying Competency Description <ul> <li>Ability to serve as survey crew leader. </li><li>Independently direct activities of other survey crewmembers in collecting field data on complex surveys. </li></ul> Competency Level Advanced Competency Testing Competency Description <ul> <li>Ability to perform the most complex technical work in either a specific materials area or perform a wide range of sampling, testing and inspection duties to determine the adherence to codes/standards. </li><li>Ability to exercise a wide range of decision-making and judgment. </li></ul> Competency Level Advanced Competency Communication Competency Description <ul> <li>Ability to effectively use verbal and nonverbal skills to express complex technical and/or program concepts and related facts in a clear, concise, organized and persuasive manner. </li><li>Ability to modify delivery, language or material to account for the characteristics and needs of the audience. </li><li>Ability to organize co-workers, outside employees, and/or contracted employees to correct concerns/issues. </li></ul> Competency Level Advanced Competency Leadership Competency Description <ul> <li>Ability to function in a full supervisory role for direct reports. </li><li>May require ability to perform/supervise several administrative functions or supervise a separate function of considerable complexity. </li></ul> Competency Level Advanced ADA Checklist ADA Checklist "R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%) Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - C, Finger Dexterity - C, Vision-Color Distinction - C, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - C, Vision-Visual inspection - C, Vision-Measuring/Assembling at distance close to eye - F, Hearing - C, Talking - C, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - F, Pushing/Pulling - O, Climbing-Stairs - C, Bending - F, Squatting - F, Crawling - O, Reaching - F Work Environment Driving - Car/Truck - F, Driving - Standar/Automatic - F, Night/Dark - F, Extreme noise levels - C, Extreme temperatures - O, Inside - F, Outside - O, Ventilation ConditionsDust - O, Ventilation ConditionsFumes - O, Ventilation ConditionsChemicals - O, Exposure to potential Hazardous Conditions - O, Chemical Spills - O, Infectious Bacteria - F, Acidic Harsh or Oily Substances - F, Use of Respirator - R, Overtime - O Applicant Documents Required Documents <ul> <li>Resume/CV </li><li>List of References </li></ul> Optional Documents <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li></ul> Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying: </li></ul> </li><li> UNCGjobsearch Website </li><li> Greensboro News & Record </li><li> Carolina Peacemaker </li><li> Other Newspaper </li><li> The Chronicle of Higher Education </li><li> Inside Higher Ed </li><li> Other Professional Journal </li><li> NCWorks.gov </li><li> UNC System Job Board </li><li> Other Online Job Board </li><li> Personal Networking </li><li> Other </li><li> <ul> <li>If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here. </li></ul> </li></ul> (Open Ended Question) <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship? </li></ul> </li><li> Yes </li><li> No </li><li> <ul> <li>Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro? </li></ul> </li><li> Yes </li><li> No </li></ul>

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