Central Plant Supervisor

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Facilities Management, Central Plant, seeks a supervisor to lead global operations and daily central plant activities, overseeing high- and low-pressure heating, cooling, and power plant systems to ensure safe, efficient, continuous, and reliable operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Must possess EPA/CFC refrigerant certification and EPA 608 Universal certification, or be able to obtain within six months of employment.
Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment respiratory clearance questionnaire and respirator fit test as a condition of employment.
A baseline audiogram will also be completed within the first month of employment.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.
This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Supervising (3 years)
Operating a campus chill water distribution system servicing three or more buildings (2 years)
Operating and maintaining a one ton or larger centrifugal chillers (2 years)
Water chemistry on cooling towers, steam plant systems, and chill water distribution systems
RO/DI production facility operation and maintenance
Plant digital control system’s operation and maintenance; including temperature, pressure, level, flow sensors, automated valves, and variable speed drive
Evidence of effective communication skills

Responsibilities

Supervise staff through daily interactions, goal setting, and performance assessment activities to ensure individual and departmental-level goals and objectives are being achieved.
Plan and develop, assign and adjust work methods and procedures to meet schedules using knowledge of capacities, and capabilities of personnel and equipment.
Inspect work in process to ensure its completion within allotted time limits and for acceptable quality standards.
Train employees in new methods or procedures and remains alert for opportunities to effectively decrease costs.
Prepare estimates of proposed job costs to ensure the most effective utilization of personnel and equipment.
Develop, implement, and measure operational/process improvement actions to ensure optimal departmental performance and capital expense management.
Prepare sketches of proposed work and assist in the design and specifications of planned jobs or contracts.
Maintain records and files, including the approval of time cards and absences, in order to document compliance with operating policies and procedures covering resources and staff.
Assist in the preparation of capital and operations budgets as part of the Annual Budget Process to ensure designated area of responsibility has the appropriate resources to meet and exceed stated goals and objectives.
Assess requisitions and maintain appropriate levels of equipment and materials (repair or replacement parts) in order to ensure operations are uninterrupted under any foreseeable situation.
May maintain, operate and/or repair central plant equipment in emergency situations; plant operations are 24/7 facility.
May be required to work shifts as necessary to ensure 24/7 coverage.
Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, engineers, and others concerning equipment operations or maintenance.
Assist Central Plant Supervisor and temporarily assume duties when absent.
Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave
12 days of accrued sick leave
10 paid holidays annually for all staff
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships