MEP Superintendent

Bowling Green State University•Main Campus (BG), OH

11d

About The Position

This position is responsible for supervisory and technical work involving general maintenance and repair of building facilities, as well as operation, maintenance, and repair of climate control equipment, electrical and plumbing systems, and boiler systems in university facilities. The role plans, organizes, schedules, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of employees and contractors performing complex maintenance and repair activities. The employee serves as an intermediary between work crews and operating department representatives regarding project status, quality, and completion dates. The position exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment under general direction to determine maintenance requirements and ensure timely completion of projects. Supervisory duties include evaluating performance, recommending hiring and discipline, administering discipline, assigning work, and checking work quality. The employee also maintains records, prepares cost estimates, and completes supply requisitions. The position supports university infrastructure and systems through technical guidance and review of MEP operations and best practices, construction document review, project oversight, and coordination with Engineering Construction standards and the Utility Master Plan. It responds to after-hours emergencies, works during inclement weather, and supports campus events outside normal business hours.

Requirements

Two to three years of related experience.
Previous supervisory experience or training.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and ability to remain insurable under the University’s insurance.
Knowledge of basic science and scientific methods, basic mathematics, and basic reading skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Attention to detail and accuracy; ability to work in a changing environment and effectively in a team.
Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, or the public and represent BGSU appropriately.
Ability to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities.
Computer skills such as MS Office, presentations, spreadsheets, and database entry or queries.
Ability to query, run reports, and modify data in financial systems; access and maintain document imaging systems, including scanning and filing documents; and draft office correspondence.
Ability to operate hand and/or power tools appropriate to the trade.
Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at hire and maintain work authorization throughout employment; BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work-authorization visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Supervise HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boiler systems, and MEP contractors.
Interview candidates and recommend staff hiring; recommend discipline and termination; establish schedules, assign tasks, monitor and evaluate performance, help enforce policies and procedures, and conduct training as needed.
Review work orders, blueprints, and drawings; inspect sites and consult with customers to determine project methods, materials, and equipment needs; prepare cost estimates and arrange materials for job sites.
Serve as a departmental liaison, providing technical support and reviewing MEP operations and best practices.
Assist in reviewing construction documents prepared by others.
Assist with project oversight and compliance with Engineering Construction standards, and coordinate with the Utility Master Plan and related master-planning efforts to support university infrastructure and systems.
Approve purchases of equipment and supplies; review specifications, proposals, and contracts; develop cost estimates and long-term MEP solutions.
Maintain files, invoices, purchase orders, quotes, records, and required documentation reflecting department activity.
Use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to enter service requests.
Respond to after-hours emergencies, work during inclement weather, and support campus events during non-business hours.
Perform related duties based on departmental need.