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Tara Rathman
HR and Recruiting Specialist at Sprung Services
Director of Energy Management
Saint Paul, MN
Salary: 85k-110k depending on qualifications
Shift: M-F flexible between 7 am -4:30 pm
Job Summary:
As the Chief Engineer, this position is responsible for all aspects of the Central Plant operations of Facilities Services, including budget, personnel, equipment replacement/renovation projects, utility production/distribution systems, maintenance, and operations. This position also provides support for construction/renovation and other operations of Facilities Services.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Directs the operation and maintenance of all university utility distribution systems, including electric power, chilled water, heating water, domestic water, sanitary sewage, stormwater, steam, and compressed air.
Directs and supervises the personnel of the Central Plant. Includes hiring, ensuring required and appropriate training for staff, schedule management, employee relations, union relations, contract negotiations, work quality management, etc.
Manages and directs the work of all contractors and vendors working for the Central Plant.
Assists the Facilities Services project team in the design and management of construction/renovation projects.
Implements and directs energy management programs (e.g. Xcel Energy commercial efficiency program, building temperature settings, Xcel energy rebate programs, etc.).
Directs the operation of the building automation system.
Directs the preventative maintenance program for the Central Plant and all university-wide mechanical and electrical equipment.
Assists the Associate Vice President for Facilities Services with the preparation and management of the annual budget for Central Plant operations. Verifies utility bills and other department expenditures.
Researches and keeps current with federal, state, and city laws, codes, and regulations to ensure the university is in compliance. (e.g. OSHA, EPA, air emissions, asbestos, fire safety, etc.)
Establishes and maintains written contingency plans for furnishing utilities and/or protecting life and property during catastrophic failure.
Is available to answer emergency calls 24/7.
Serves as department liaison with electric, gas, and water utility companies.
Oversees the energy conservation efforts of the university.
Maintains relationships and communication with campus stakeholders in regard to the delivery of Central Plant services.
Carries out other duties as directed.
Reporting Relationships:
This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Facilities Services.
Must perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Be “on-call” 24 hours per day along with the Assistant Chief Engineer and the Facilities Services Leadership Team.
The incumbent in this position will have exposure to some risks as required by the nature of work related to Central Plant operations (e.g. extreme heat and cold, heights, climbing ladders, hazardous chemicals and materials and equipment noise).
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, exempt position, 12 months a year.
This position is a non-member of a local unionized bargaining unit
Position may require overtime during peak seasons
Occasional night and/or weekend work may be required
Successful completion of pre-placement physical exam
EEO/Diversity Statement:
The employer will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race; color; religion; creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender expression; gender identity; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; service with a local human rights commission; disability; age; or protected veteran status in its employment and educational opportunities.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
Industries
Facilities Services and Utilities
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