Plant Maintenance Engineer Lead - Plant Maintenance Engineer Lead Minneapolis Community & Technical College

This position exists to ensure a safe, comfortable and environmentally sound operation of all campus buildings by providing for the efficient operation, maintenance and repair of heating, cooling and ventilation (HVAC) and other mechanical systems.This position is directly responsible for the operation of the energy management system. This position exists ato perform skilled maintenance, inspection, and repair of mechanical systems, and to provide related technical assistance and advice in developing building plans and standards, and to establish preventative maintenance procedures for HVAC systems and equipment. This position requires the ability to prioritize job duties and tasks, assign work to other staff members, direct and inspect the work of staff members and contractors to ensure work complies with specifications, standards and codes, and to report on the work activities of other staff to Facilities Department management. This position carries the responsibility of off-duty hourly callback if emergency conditions occur. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:To develop, implement and oversee a program of preventative maintenance and repairs so that campus heating, cooling and ventilating systems and components, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air-cooled condensing units, air handling units, pumps, converters, and other auxiliary equipment is properly maintained to minimize equipment downtime and maximum efficiency.Prioritize and assign preventative maintenance tasks among our other Plant Maintenance Engineers and Building Utility Mechanic, directing and guiding their work to ensure tasks are completed correctly and in a timely manner.To work with water treatment contractor/vendor to monitor and administer chemicals to closed loop hot and chilled water system so that the water being treated will not contaminate or deteriorate the systems.Review plans, blueprints, and specifications and prepares sketches, plans and material lists for HVAC projects to understand the scope of the project and to recommend changes by reading the plans, blueprints, and specifications and discussing them with Building Maintenance Supervisor and Director of Facilities; by researching the plans and specifications of previously completed projects; and by defining the detailed tasks of the project and laying out work.Ensure that building life safety systems are properly maintained, tested, serviced and inspected.Perform as a safe and efficient team member of the Facilities Department so that all the goals of the department are met.Salary Range:$35.14 - $40.81 / hourly; $73,372 - $85,211 / annuallyMinimum QualificationsPossess and maintain a current State of Minnesota Chief Engineer Grade C License at all times.Possess and maintain a current State of Minnesota Class A Underground Storage Tank Inspection Certification at all times. The knowledge and ability to operate, monitor and maintain heating, cooling and ventilating systems and components, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air-cooled condensing units, air handling units, pumps, converters, and other auxiliary equipment, so that peak efficiency and economy of operation is maintained.Knowledge of building mechanical systems, and the ability to maintain and operate a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment, with the ability to diagnose problems and perform basic repairs.Ability to perform shop math sufficient to estimate labor and materials costs for projects. Ability to provide estimates and information for budget planning purposes.Considerable knowledge of safety practices, applications and procedures.Demonstrates an effort to improve cultural competence and actively takes steps to include diversity training professional development.Physical RequirementsRegularly engage in bending, lifting (up to 50 pounds), and maneuvering tasks.Navigate uneven terrains while moving from place to place.Maintain seated or standing positions for prolonged duration.Frequently transport heavy equipment across campus property.Additional RequirementsIn accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State'svehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)40 hours per week, Monday - Friday; 6:00am - 2:30pmAboutMinneapolis College is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Thecampus is located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan community. Faculty and staffcollaborate to offer a supportive environment that values active and applied learning, communityengagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. Our faculty and staff enjoyexcellent bene?ts, and a team environment and challenging careers.As an af?rmative action and equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.The College is 100 years strong and has a rich history and mission that is still relevant today.The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern.Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the linkMinneapolis College Public Safety or go to Information: At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.