Harvey Mudd College · 16 hours ago
Plant Engineer and Director of Maintenance
Claremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expHarvey Mudd College is seeking a Plant Engineer and Director of Maintenance (PEDM) to oversee its Plant Operations, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. The PEDM will supervise maintenance staff, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while promoting sustainability initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Formalize plant operations procedures. Ensure that all preventative maintenance plans are in place and functioning for all equipment and systems to include elements of life safety, physical safety, manufacturer recommendations, and overall best practices
Update Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) permits and responds to/resolves AHJ violations (AQMD, City, State, Fire Marshal, et all). Update and ensure accuracy of Emergency Shut off Maps
Monitor and manage the budget for the College’s MEP systems, including utilities
Review, code, approve, and direct the processing of all Maintenance Department invoices, including utility invoices
Coordinate with other Facilities and Maintenance staff to ensure the proper coordination, distribution, follow-up and completion of work orders and that the general management of the College’s work order system is monitored and appropriate reports and information is generated
Secure from the subcontractor required guarantees, warranties, bonds, waivers, all keys, manuals, record drawings, maintenance stocks and originals of all other contract papers and correspondence
Transfer all as-built documents. Prepare, verify, and coordinate the turnover of files at the completion of each subcontract and assist in the transfer of all file materials
Maintain receipt control, indexing, distribution, retention and retrieval of all project documents including correspondence, drawings, specifications, submittals, RFI's, and change requests
Secure required guarantees, warranties, bonds, waivers, all keys, manuals, record drawings, maintenance stocks and originals of all other contract papers and correspondence from the vendors
Identify routing and final disposition of all project documents - incoming and outgoing
Create and maintain an organized electronic filing system to ensure applicable documentation is readily available and accessible
Supervise and manage the College’s building management systems. Review plans, drawings, maps, specifications, requisitions, and other documents related to the repair and replacement of systems for accuracy, compliance with applicable regulations and general conformance with College policies and goals
Conduct on-site inspections of facilities; take appropriate action and follow through when warranted
Provide professional advice, consultation, education, and assistance to constituents concerning Plant Operations/MEP systems
Work directly with faculty, staff, vendors, students, and others on facilities projects involving plant operations and systems to determine needs, develop scope of work and implement projects effectively and efficiently
Conduct Plant Operations/MEP systems facilities surveys and assessments as needed
Supervise Maintenance staff on Plant Operations/MEP matters that may impact their ability to effectively maintain and operate campus facilities
Develop and provide adequate training for maintenance and operations staff in a variety of areas such as safety, emergency preparedness, skill enhancement, maintenance standards and regulatory requirements to ensure technical competence in every trade, cross training, and interactional training
Ensure that all services for MEPs are completed satisfactorily
Promote teamwork within the department to heighten mutual understanding and cooperation in support of the College’s strategic vision and goals
Collaborate with The Claremont Colleges Services Central Facilities Service team, as necessary, who manages the electrical grid and other systems for The Claremont Colleges
In collaboration with the Assistant Treasurer and Financial Analyst (ATFA), the PEDM takes the lead in managing the College’s Renewal and Replacement Reserve (RRR) Program and maintaining and updating the RRR database
Manage campus planning efforts and construction administration for Renovations and Renewal Reserve (RRR) projects
Coordinate with the ATFA and Senior Director for Finance and Budget to reconcile RRR funding and expenses for forecasting and reporting purposes
Prepare reports regarding the RRR projects for PPCPC meetings
Provide support to the VP-COO for analyzing space requests
Track and update mechanical plant renewal and replacement projects
Interacting with College Constituencies
Assist the AVP for F&M to prepare and present materials to PPCPC of the Board of Trustees
Under the direction of the AVP for F&M, assist with or directly plan and deliver communications to various constituencies regarding Plant Operations
Collaborate with the SDFEPS to ensure that Plant Operations adhere to safety and health regulations and requirements
Serve as technical advisor to ensure effective, efficient and sustainable operations of MEP and other systems involved in capital projects
Collaborate with other teams within Facilities and Maintenance regarding routine and non-routine matters related to the construction, repair/renovation, special projects, and upkeep of facilities and grounds
Collaborate with personnel from The Claremont Colleges Services and the Claremont Colleges
Interacting with City, State and Federal Agencies
Under direction of the AVP for F&M, serve as the liaison with city, state and federal agencies and governing bodies and ensure compliance with all codes, laws and regulations
Keep abreast of pertinent local, state and federal codes, regulations and laws; ensure compliance; and monitor the status of permits and applications
Monitor physical plant, both physically and financially, and identify opportunities to make physical and or operational improvements
Plan, coordinate, and implement energy savings based on available programs and opportunities
Assist in identifying potential sustainability projects and proposing to the Vice President
Implement sustainability projects approved by VP-COO, PPCPC, and board
Staff HMC’s Sustainability Committee (HSC), comprised of faculty, students and staff
Partner with VP-COO, AVP for F&M, and ATFA, to administer the College’s GreenFund
Maintain a functional awareness of the typical hazards of the workplace as well as the special hazards that may be encountered at HMC such as biohazards, radiation, chemicals, etc
Follow established procedures for dealing with potential hazards
Report accidents on the job, prepare and submit accident reports.Observe and practice safe working habits and maintain safety and security of buildings and systems
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g. mechanical, electrical, and civil) or similar Facilities Management degree, or equivalent experience
Minimum of five years of increasingly responsible and related experience (including supervision) in facilities maintenance, repair, and plant operations and management (including supervision), with a focus on MEP systems
Demonstrated experience and familiarity with California building codes
Proficiency in engineering and construction terminology, theory, practices and principles
Expertise in facility management systems, including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and water treatment
Ability to create and interpret graphic presentations and construction documentation
Excellent communication and presentation skills suitable for diverse audiences
Strong interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and adaptability when engaging with the College's stakeholders
Interpret technical schematics, architectural blueprints, and specifications engaging in technical discussions with engineers and architects regarding campus utility systems in residential college or similar environments
Demonstrate strategic and tactical thinking, proactively anticipating issues, by 'seeing around corners', and taking timely corrective action
Utilize various software tools proficiently, including complex database and spreadsheet applications in information gathering
Company
Harvey Mudd College
Nation's top liberal arts college of engineering, science, and mathematics
201-500 employees
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