Airport HVAC Supervisor

Milwaukee County•Milwaukee, WI

2d•$40 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee County is seeking an Airport HVAC Supervisor for General Mitchell International Airport. The supervisor directly supports and supervises the HVAC team, manages work schedules and assignments, and is accountable for the team’s day-to-day operations. The role manages maintenance of department HVAC assets and control systems and also supports or performs journeyman-level HVAC work. The supervisor coordinates staffing, attendance, timekeeping, training, evaluations, performance management, and employee development. The position oversees HVAC equipment inspection and maintenance, work orders, supplies and inventory, shop equipment safety, and safe handling and storage of chemicals, bottled gases, and refrigerants. The supervisor communicates with customer departments and management, supports emergencies and projects, and contributes to in-house project planning and cost estimates. The position requires a current Wisconsin resident, a valid Wisconsin driver’s license, a high school diploma or higher, successful completion of a state-recognized Journeyman HVAC Apprenticeship program, at least five years of journeyman-level HVAC experience, and at least three years of foreman, supervisor, or management experience. Required certifications include Universal CFC Certification and an ASOPE Boiler Operator’s License within one year of hire. Employment is contingent on successfully completing and maintaining the required security clearance, and the employer also conducts pre-employment substance-abuse testing, background checks, and job-related physicals.

Requirements

Current resident of Wisconsin.
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
High school diploma or higher.
Successful completion of a state-recognized Journeyman HVAC Apprenticeship program.
At least five years of experience as a journeyman-level HVAC tradesperson.
At least three years of job foreman, supervisor, or management experience.
Universal CFC Certification.
ASOPE Boiler Operator’s License within one year of hire.
Successfully complete a criminal history background check to establish security clearance for Milwaukee County facilities and maintain that clearance throughout employment.
Undergo pre-employment substance-abuse testing, background checks, and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain staff coverage for the normal work schedule and approve subordinates’ electronic time accounting, including straight time, overtime, and time off.
Manage the on-call schedule to maintain 24/7 emergency coverage and maintain an emergency department contact list.
Coordinate time-off requests, verify medical appointment time claims, and enforce department attendance policies.
Complete annual staff performance evaluations, provide guidance and support, monitor staff training, and hold monthly check-ins with each staff member.
Lead HVAC staff personnel matters, including coaching, corrective action, and performance management, with support from the Manager, Department Director, and Human Resources.
Work with the Manager to fill vacancies.
Ensure HVAC equipment is inspected, maintained, and functioning properly, including air handling units, blowers, return fans, air-conditioning compressors and refrigerant, chillers, cooling towers, pumps and piping, boilers, steam systems, and associated ductwork.
Hold regular team meetings to review projects, maintenance, and progress; prioritize, assign, and monitor electronic work orders, currently in CityWorks.
Order materials and supplies by purchase order or Purchasing Card, verify deliveries before vendor payment, submit monthly receipts and purchase logs, and maintain common-material inventories.
Review department work regularly with the Manager and serve as an emergency resource for department teams as needed.
Communicate with customer departments about scheduling, access, and special project needs.
Evaluate department assets and offer recommendations.
Participate in department projects, committees, and directives.
Estimate labor and material costs for smaller in-house projects.
Oversee shop power tools and equipment and maintain them in safe working condition.
Monitor safe storage and use of chemicals, bottled gases, and refrigerants.
Monitor changes to building prints and communicate changes to management.
Assist with department and Capital (A&E) project planning and attend project meetings when needed.
Assist with management of contracted projects and contracted staff as necessary.
As time allows, participate in work orders, projects, and maintenance activities.
Perform other assigned duties, including cross-team collaboration and assistance to meet department goals.