Associate Director of Physical Plant Operations

The Physical Plant Administration at the University of Tennessee at Martin is accepting applications for an Associate Director position. This position is responsible for the budget and daily operations of the Building Services' and HVAC departments full time employees as well student employees. The areas of responsibilities include carpentry, painting, electrical services, plumbing, lock and key services, HVAC and the steam plant. This position is responsible for providing leadership and ensuring the cooperation of each trade associated with Building Services and HVAC as well as implementing campus maintenance projects. This position is also responsible for working with architects, engineers and contractors on capital outlay projects, internal design and constructions projects, project specifications and Local Capital Outlay projects. The associate director position would also serve as Director of the Physical Plant Operations when the director is out of office.

Position responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate maintenance for academic and auxiliary enterprise facilities in the areas of painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, lock services and HVAC/steam plant.

• Review daily the routine maintenance effort. Schedule preventive maintenance.

Job Function/Responsibilitie

• Plan and prepare bid documents on local construction projects dealing with projects on campus. Responsible for the management of the Building Services and HVAC budgets. Ensure funds that are budgeted for Building Services, HVAC, Local Capital Outlay and Parking Authority are used for the purpose that they are designated, and the funds are spent on the highest priority of needs relative to the overall mission of the university.

• Review and approve invoices in IRIS.

• Review plans, specifications, and submittals associated with capital projects.

• Represent the university on construction projects.

• Work with Building Services and HVAC foremen in the employment process of new hires.

• Review job performance periodically of all employees in this area of responsibility.

• Work with various campus departments in the planning, estimating, design and construction of minor remodeling and renovation projects to the existing facilities.

• Inspect campus maintenance needs.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualification

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology.

• 10 years experience in broad based construction activities including knowledge of contracts, specifications, construction drawings and fundamental knowledge of all safety and building codes.

• Knowledge of architectural and engineering design(s)

• Knowledge of building construction contract documents, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, building construction and maintenance trades, and general office operations.

• Fundamental knowledge of all safety and building codes.

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, peers, contractors, architects, and vendors.

• Ability to multi-task between areas of responsibility.

• Experience with the State Fire Marshal's office and Association of Physical Plant Administrators.

Preferred knowledge skills, and abilitie

• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering education and/or experience.

Application Process: Applicants must apply online and attach a resume and cover letter

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until a candidate has been selected.

Minimum hiring rate $93,952.83 annually (Market Range 16) - Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

To view Annual Security & Fire Report https://www.utm.edu/offices-and-services/public-safety/_media/2023 UTM ASFSR official.pdf