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Facilities Management
We need dedicated team members to join us to keep the construction, operations, maintenance and infrastructure of the UMBC campus running smoothly so our students, faculty and staff can continue our mission of striving for excellence.
Our staff maintains 70 university buildings on 512 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.
Join our team of dedicated skills trades staff members!
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| Position Overview: |
The Facilities Supervisor provides administrative supervision and technical support of the general and daily operations of the Central Plant and will act as the chief operating engineer responsible I for the safe, constant, and efficient operation, maintenance, service and repair of the Central Plant.
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $90,000 and has 11 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2022 Great College to Work for…. In every category.
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| Responsibilities: |
The Facilities Supervisor will be responsible for the Central Plant, Satellite Plant, and Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena. The Central Plant equipment includes four 50 million-BTU boilers producing High-Temperature Hot Water (HTHW) and six Centrifugal Chillers ranging from 1000 to 2000 tons. The Satellite Plant equipment includes three Hot Water Package Boilers ranging in size from 4.5 to 21 million BTUs and two 640-ton Centrifugal Chillers. This position is responsible for oversight of the three Condensing Boilers serving the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena. The systems being managed also include numerous pumps up to 1500 horsepower, multiple cooling towers, and additional plant equipment. Incumbents at this level typically supervise Trades Chiefs, Trades Supervisors, and/or Engineering /Electronic Technicians. The facilities supervisor will also serve as a working supervisor for the specialty area.
Note: Position is considered essential personnel.
Specific duties include:
- Plans, organizes, assigns, and reviews the maintenance and repair work, installation services, and/or complex systems upgrades
- Recommends and oversees internal operating procedures
- Supervises and trains assigned personnel
- Assists in budget projections, budget preparation and departmental planning for area of responsibility
- Coordinates inspections of facilities by authorities having jurisdiction, facilities the planning, delivery, and work of vendors and contractors
- Ensures adequate supplies, materials, and equipment are maintained for area(s)
- Performs estimates of time, labor, and materials to be used on assigned projects; prepares contractual specifications for construction, renovation, or overhaul work to be done by outside contractors
- Prepares a variety of special and recurring reports and analyses reflecting daily operations and project status
- Inspects shop and work areas for adherence to safety, sanitary, and security regulations; develops safety procedures related to specific work tasks
- Operates and ensures operational readiness and safety of the tools and equipment of the trade(s)
- Repairs and/or directs the repair of machinery and equipment using hand and power tools, precision measuring devices and testing instruments
- Performs other duties as assigned
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
High School Diploma or GED
Experience Required: Ten years progressively responsible experience in the operation of boiler and chiller plants. Three years of this experience must have included the supervision of journey level mechanics in the boiler/chiller plant trade
Valid Maryland Noncommercial Class A,B, and C or equivalent driver’s license
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
Maryland 1st Grade Engineers License and Universal CFC license
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.
Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:
- 11 Days of Annual Leave (increases with years of service)
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement/Pension plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Pay Range16 (starting at $90,000) based on the University System of Maryland Pay Program and commensurate with experience. |
| Hours: |
Full-time |
| Type: |
Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Nonexempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |