Assistant Superintendent of Plant Operations and Engineering - Griffin
Athens, Georgia
Employer: University of Georgia
Industry: VPI-Griffin Academic Programs
Salary: $37068 - $100106 per year
Job type: Full-Time
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S11342P
Working Title Assistant Superintendent of Plant Operations and Engineering - Griffin
Department VPI-Griffin Academic Programs
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Essential employee - other hours may be involved to meet the needs of the campus.
Advertised Salary $37,068 - $100,106 annually
Posting Date 11/28/2023
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 02/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Griffin Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification Title Facilities Management Professional
FLSA Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or an appropriate field of study with 5 years of related work experience is preferred.
2. Knowledge of current building codes and knowledge of University Building Standards is preferred.
3. Experience and/or familiarity with building automation systems (Automated Logic WebCTRL) and access control systems (e.g., Genetec) or equivalent systems.
4. Experience and/or familiarity with UGA design and construction standards.
5. Possess in-depth technical, engineering, and construction knowledge.
6. Proven leadership and supervisory skills.
7. Possess organizing and coordinating skills and the ability to efficiently manage resources.
8. Experience assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining records and reports to ensure adherence to construction and renovation project needs and deadlines.
9. Excellent communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
10. Proven ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, analyze/problem solve, and work independently in collaboration with multiple partners and stakeholders.
11. Ability to demonstrate and maintain professional integrity in accordance with departmental standards.
12. Experience with Computer Aided Design.
Position Summary
This position reports directly to the Superintendent of Plant Operations and Engineering on the UGA Griffin Campus. This position assists in planning, organizing, assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of the Facilities Management Team. This position provides leadership and guidance for structural, mechanical, and electrical building operations, preventative maintenance and repair, operation and maintenance of buildings, facilities, utility systems, infrastructure, and equipment. Work involves communicating with developers, contractors, inspectors, architects, and specialized consultants for long-range planning and investigating the feasibility of adding to and modifying existing facilities. This position works to develop strategic plans for executing day-to-day operations and reviews safety and compliance standards to modify and revise operating procedures as deemed necessary. Additionally, this position will manage construction projects and develop program documents for renovations, and major renovations and repairs (MRR) projects. Project(s) scope may vary and will include collaborating and communicating with multiple stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
In-depth technical and engineering knowledge
Strong analytical/problem solving skills
Effective leadership and communication skills
Experience with Computer Aided Design
Ability to prepare Word processing documents and design and/or program spreadsheets
Ability to direct multiple projects
Excellent customer service skills
Physical Demands
1. Light Office Work.
2. Continual use of computer technology.
3. Frequent office, campus, and construction site visits.
4. Indoor/Outdoor work environment with exposure to variable weather conditions.
5. Driving to construction site visits may be needed.
6. Kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead; climbing; walking; crawling; pulling, pushing; lifting moderately heavy objects (up to 45 lbs.), sitting, or standing for extended periods of time.
7. Exposure to chemicals, fumes, or gases; working around machinery at construction sites and during investigations.
8. Ability to work varied schedules according to departmental needs. May need to work some evenings and weekends as directed.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? Yes
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Leadership and Supervision
1. Assumes management responsibility for major Plant Operations and Engineering Department programs, services, and activities; assists in establishing and maintaining departmental and project timelines and priorities; ensures related activities comply with established standards, requirements, laws, codes, rules, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures.
2. Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned functions and programs; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
3. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; engages with employees on performance issues; responds to staff questions and concerns; consults with the Superintendent of Plant Operations and Engineering regarding disciplinary and consistent performance issues but has overall management responsibility of the skilled trades unit.
4. Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of work order requests, assesses and monitors workloads, administrative and support systems; identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews with the Superintendent; directs the implementation of improvements.
5. Plans, organizes, controls, and directs operations and activities in support of the inspection, construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings, facilities, utility systems, infrastructure, and equipment; assists in directing the day-to-day activities of the department; ensures related activities comply with established laws, building and university building codes, rules, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures.
6. Request annual renewal proposals; coordinate and schedule the work for outside preventative maintenance contracts for campus equipment including, but not limited to chillers, air compressors, boilers, fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, elevators, HVAC filters, fume hood certifications, fire extinguishers, backflow devices, and backup power generators and automatic transfer switches.
Percentage of time 50
Duties/Responsibilities
Project Development and Design
1. Design and/or create scope of work descriptions for repair and/or renovation projects on campus performed by outside contractors.
2. Assist in the development and implementation of major facilities projects with both campus customers and contractors performing the work, including the preparation of plans and specifications for facility modifications; assist in coordinating and inspecting the work of outside contractors involved in repairs and construction.
3. Request pricing for the scope of work and obtain the necessary approvals needed to proceed.
4. Work with the Athens Office of University Architects (OUA), Facility Management Division (FMD), and Procurement personnel to ensure the required processes are followed.
5. Meet with Architects, Engineers, and consultants hired by UGA for certain larger projects where full design documents are required.
6. Provide information to third-party Architects and Engineers for them to be able to successfully perform their task, including, but not limited to, as-built information, utility information, sequence of operations, and test & balance reports.
7. Review partial design documents and offer suggestions for improvements.
8. Aid in preparing MRR requests and maintaining a revolving list of deferred maintenance projects with updated budget estimates.
9. Provide an itemized list to secure funding sources with consultation with the department heads and campus administrators.
Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities
Quality Control / Safety & Compliance
1. Prepares facility condition assessment reports or descriptions of campus needs relating to existing buildings and infrastructure.
2. Researches and helps identify items deemed necessary for specific building and utility-related repairs.
3. Coordinates the testing of suspect hazardous materials on campus for asbestos and lead paint content and maintains a file for tested items.
4. Coordinates any requirements for archeological assessment and or historical preservation review through the Athens OUA office.
5. Completes the GEPA assessment form for projects with any ground-disturbing activities.
6. Functions as quality control owner's agent inspecting deficiencies and approve or reject/modify contractor payment applications and or invoices based on work completed satisfactorily.
7. Monitors the Griffin Campus Building Automation System (BSA) system to investigate and troubleshoot specific issues and alarms associated with the system.
Percentage of time 10
Duties/Responsibilities
General Technical & Mechanical Support
1. Aids in programming and troubleshooting the BSA System; coordinates and reports any server issues to UGAFMD IT.
2. Manages the Griffin Campus card access control system, including creating new access cards, canceling access, and programming doors and gates locked and unlocked at certain requested times.
3. Maintains system access for incoming and outgoing staff members.
4. Coordinates with service technicians to troubleshoot hardware systems during outages.
5. Forwards and approves key requests to the key shop for distribution of physical keys.
6. Acts as backup for work order system management by assigning work orders to team members and resolving requests upon approval.
7. Aids team members with manual equipment departmental requests including, but not limited to, moving furniture, locating utilities, events set-up, etc.
8. Monitors Campus AED defibrillators monthly and coordinates the repair of ones failing inspection.
9. Updates the status of the AED's monthly tracking software.
10. Provides guidance on sizing of specific replacement equipment purchases such as water heaters, air compressors, gas-fired unit heaters, etc.
11. Other responsibilities within the purpose and scope of the role, including responses to emergency after- hours concerns, alarms, etc.
Percentage of time 10
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Dale Hess
Recruitment Contact Email dhess@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone (770)228-7225
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