Job Summary/Basic Functions

This position requires that the incumbent has gained expertise through the mastery of techniques and experience of the job requirements. The incumbent is required to have a working knowledge of all MEP professions or vocations necessary to maintain, including the inter-dependence of DDC building control systems and HVAC and lighting equipment. Guidelines ore available but may have gaps in specificity or may not be completely applicable; therefore, the incumbent is expected to use good judgment in the interpretation and adopting of these guidelines. The incumbent is expected to conduct independent analyses and make recommendations when necessary. Incumbent is responsible for the oversight of the safety program for MEP activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Kentucky Journeyman's HVAC License

EPA Refrigeration Certification

Experience: - Three years of previous and directly related experience required.

Licensure & Certifications: Kentucky Journeyman's HVAC License

EPA Refrigeration Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

Job Duties:

• 30% - Leadership-Management- Relationship with Superiors-provides direction, focus, guidance, support prioritization and oversight for supervisory staff, technicians and operations; implements new and/or enforces existing programs, policies, processes and procedures that result in high levels of efficiency, performance, and effectiveness; keeps superior informed; is responsive to directives for superiors; supports the unit, department, institutional goals and mission. - (Essential)
• 20% - Continuous Improvement- promotes continuous improvement through lean programming; expects a high level of participation throughout all employees; expects employees to develop and submit continuous improvement ideas on a regular basis; establishes a culture seeking improved service levels with the same or fewer resources - (Essential)
• 20% - Daily Management- ensures safety is a top priority and directs the work of the unit. Establishes work priority and organizational structure to operate in the efficient and effective manner - (Essential)
• 10% - Quality Control- maintains a frequent presence in the field providing guidance and feedback to staff and contractors on the quality and performance of the work. Establishes regular inspection process enabling front-line supervision to provide frequent and consistent guidance of desired quality of work. - (Essential)
• 10% - Design and Construction- coordinates with University Engineering & Construction and planning & Design units, and senior leadership for renovation and new projects. Works closely with project angers in the development and review of project designs and specifications related to new or renovated capital improvement projects related to the unit. - (Essential)
• 5% - Personnel Function – enforces institutional policies; holds subordinates accountable for effectiveness and efficiency; screens job applicants; makes hiring recommendations; participates in administration of discipline. - (Essential)
• 5% - Support the office functions by completing all other duties and special projects as assigned - (Essential)