Supervisor - HVAC

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Engineering Services is seeking a Supervisor for the HVAC Shop. The HVAC Supervisor will oversee and participate in the daily and regulatory management of the HVAC shop, wireless temperature monitoring software program and other associated mechanical operations for UI Health Care. Primary responsibilities includes supervision of planned and unplanned corrective work orders, scheduling and completion of preventative work orders, direct supervision of the HVAC shop staff that includes scheduling; distribution of corrective and preventative work orders and assignments; organizing and performing the repair, maintenance, installation and inspection of HVAC systems and equipment; coordination of contractor activity; ordering and maintaining supply inventory; oversee HVAC and compliance with regulatory and departmental policies and procedures including infection control measures. Works cooperatively with the Engineering Services Department management team, Capital Management Department to ensure urgent needs are met in a timely manner and large capital projects are designed, constructed and completed within the UI Health Care recommended standards. This position will report to the Assistant Director of Engineering Services. This position will require the ability to routinely move 50 pounds; and ability to climb, carry, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, push and pull frequently. The supervisor is expected to be on-call 24/7 for emergency needs; as needed address on site conditions during off hours and weekends. Occasional driving is required, a valid driver’s license that meets UI Fleet Safety requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Typically a minimum of 3 years’ experience in computerized building environmental automation systems, refrigeration or air conditioning (HVAC).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Typically 2 or more years of supervisory experience including talent acquisition and performance management
Demonstrated effective leadership while managing personnel in a professional manner that includes periods of stressful deadlines and available resources.
Valid driver's license that meets UI Fleet Safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of chilled water system operation, principles of operations, methods, materials and tools utilized in the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration and repair of environmental systems.
Experience with temperature, pressure and humidity requirements in a healthcare or an academic organization
Project management or technical inspection
Demonstrated experience in creating a positive work environment that demonstrates a focus on service excellence principles
Knowledge of various codes and procedures, etc., that applies to hospitals such as TJC, OSHA, DOT, etc.
EPA Type 2 Refrigeration Certificate.

Responsibilities

Use U of I system for purchasing and expenses to purchase equipment, tools and supplies with allocated budget resources
Review and approve purchases for equipment, tools and supplies
Inform Director or Assistant Director of Engineering Services of resource needs
Monitor assigned expense budget
Maintain inventory at cost effective level while meeting mechanical shop needs
Ensure compliance in financial procedures
Maintain necessary inventories and/or procure parts and supplies
Monitors daily work and compliances in HVAC operations that meet patient, building and occupant needs and requirements
Complete routine reports generated from CMMS and other systems
Prioritize, monitor and oversee daily work assignments
Ensure compliance requirements are met for assigned staff
Update assigned policy and procedures
Provide regular updates and feedback to service requestors
Recommend staffing needs to Director or Assistant Director
Train staff in industry standards and safety practices
Ensures infection control practices during daily and project operations are compliant with regulatory and epidemiology department requirements and expectations
Orient staff to assure competency and performance
Provide comprehensive training and coaching when new duties are assigned
Communicate daily expectations and provide regular feedback for meeting objectives
Distributes work orders and project assignments to HVAC shop staff
Monitor and ensure efficient and on time workflow activity through use of the computer maintenance management software system (CMMS)
Provide positive and constructive feedback and positive recognition
Participates in staff selection, coaching and discipline
Create management goals that align with department and UI Health Care strategic plan
Plans daily staff activities to align with UI Health Care strategic plan and mission
Provide input to Engineering Services Department strategic planning process
Executes established procedures for corrective, preventative, routine, and predictive maintenance plans
Review and advise minor renovation and construction projects
Ensure projects align with UI Health Care strategic capital plan
Achieve and maintain constructive and positive communication with staff
Maintain professional and positive interdepartmental communication that includes timely follow-up
Demonstrates positive customer service in meeting requests, repairs and communicating recommendations