Assistant Director, M.E.P

The Assistant Director of M.E.P will assist and manage all components of campus-wide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system operations, installation, renovations, optimizations, repairs, and replacements.

• Coordinates, administers and evaluates operations and maintenance of all campus chiller plants, water and air-cooled chillers, cooling towers, direct expansion refrigeration units, water and steam boilers, pumps, valves, air handlers, air and water distribution, controls, and monitoring systems
• Coordinates and evaluates operations and maintenance of all campus electrical transformers, switchgear, meters, bus-way distribution systems, panels, circuits, starters, drives, emergency generators, transfer switches, and controls and monitors the electrical distribution systems
• Manages, reviews, and reconciles Contract Administration, Project Management scheduling, and payment of invoices upon completion of project management projects
• Coordinates, administers, and evaluates operations, maintenance, and modernization of all campus elevator hoists, hydraulic, gear elevator systems, and structural enclosed shafts
• Coordinates and evaluates the operations and maintenance of all campus Plumbing, domestic water systems, meters, storage tanks, pumping systems, water and sanitary distribution systems, devices, controls, and monitoring systems
• Reviews, determines, coordinates, and collaborates with M.E.P. staff to oversee Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing in all campus Renovations and New Construction
• Coordinates and evaluates the operations and maintenance of all campus fire alarm, detection, and notification systems and fire suppression wet and dry agent and detection systems

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Direct Reports:

• May supervise staff

Delegation of Work:

• May assign, schedule and monitor the work of staff

Supervision Given:

• Trains and counsels subordinate(s). Does not conduct performance evaluations, but opinion is considered when a supervisor is making hiring, promotion, and dismissal decisions.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Arts in Management, Marketing, Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of related job experience

License/Certification:

• Valid Driver's License
• TDLR HVAC Texas Contractors Type "A" License or
• City of Houston First Grade Stationary Engineers License or
• TDLR Maintenance Electricians License or
• State of Texas Master Plumbing License or
• IFMA Certified Facility Manager or
• APPA Certified Educational Facility Manager or
• Texas Real Estate License

• seven (7) years of Experience

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the operations of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and the related trends, issues, and accepted practices
• Knowledge of contract administration processes
• Knowledge of energy conservation strategies

Skills:

• Strong project management skills
• Good leadership skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Abilities:

• Ability to use multiple software systems
• Ability to manage contractors and staff
• Ability to apply critical thinking
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community, including representatives from both the public and private sector

Primary Work Location:

• Work is performed in an inside and outside environment subject to a multiple of outside environments

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Work involves occasional exposure to unpleasant elements, such as adverse weather conditions, extreme temperatures, oils, dirt, dust, fumes, and airborne particles
• Individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing, etc., and will be required to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, jump, climb, and reach.
• May, on rare occasions, be exposed to moving mechanical parts, hazardous traffic conditions, potentially hazardous or cancer-causing agents or chemicals, potentially hazardous bodily fluids, and the risk of electric shock
• May, on rare occasions, be required to work in a confined space or a high, dangerous place.
• May be exposed to vibration or loud noise
• May occasionally be required to wear a respirator
• Must have precise hand-eye coordination, good spatial awareness, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors

Commitment to Excellence - UHD

• Demonstrates a commitment to competently perform his/her job duties and responsibilities within established time frames.
• Continuously strives to improve work performance.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her commitments to the university.
• Contributes to the success of the university by consistently providing quality results in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.

Integrity

• Demonstrates high ethical standards of conduct in the performance of his/her job duties and responsibilities.
• Accepts responsibility for his/her actions.
• Respects and complies with department and university policies, procedures, and work rules.

Respect and Cooperation

• Treats others with courtesy, respect, and dignity in the workplace.
• Promotes cooperation through open and honest communications and consideration of others ideas, thoughts, and opinions.

Dependability

• Takes responsibility to accomplish job assignments within reasonable deadlines.
• Willing to accept new projects and/or commitments.
• Does due diligence to complete projects within specified timeframes and/or fulfill commitments.
• Arrives to work on time prepared and ready to contribute.

Flexibility

• Willingly adjusts to changing work assignments or conditions.
• Open to changes in operational procedures, technology, and/or organizational structure.
• Views changes as opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Displays a positive attitude to encourage others.
• Promptly responds to changes in work priorities and/or unexpected circumstances or situations.

Proficiency

• Possesses required job skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates the ability to apply those skills and knowledge to competently perform his/her job duties and assignments.

Focus on Customer Service

• Focuses on customer's needs and expectations. (Customers can be students, external constituents, employees, or university guests.)
• Respectfully ascertains customer's needs and determines appropriate response.
• Promptly responds by providing requested information, takes appropriate action, or refers customer to appropriate individual or department.
• If further actions need to be taken, advises customers of realistic timeframes for a response to their request.
• Follows up with customers on outstanding requests in a timely manner.
• Tactfully explains to customers why their needs and/or expectations cannot be met if the university does not provide the requested information or services.

Work Leadership

• Leads the work of assigned staff.
• Assigns projects and tasks with clear instructions and understanding of work to be performed.
• Mentors and guides by sharing expertise, knowledge of work rules and procedures, and best practices.
• Follows up to ensure tasks and projects are completed within reasonable timeframes.

Decision Making

• Demonstrates the ability to make informed decisions in a timely manner.
• Assimilates and/or secures relevant information to assess the risks and benefits of alternatives.
• Considers impact of decision in the long and short term.

Building External Relationships

• Demonstrates the ability to build rapport and develop relationships with external constituents.
• Displays a genuine interest in constituents' ideas and concerns, and pursues mutual interests and aspirations between the university and external constituents.
• Builds trust and forms alliances through shared respect and cooperation.

Computer/Automated System Proficiency

• Proficient in the use of university applications or automated systems to perform job duties.
• Complies with related policies, procedures, and work rules to maintain system security and data integrity.

Student Success Indirect Support

• Contributes to student success by assisting students with anything that supports their student experience, whether directly or indirectly.
• Helps students navigate their way through the different offices, programs, and services at the university and/or connects students with the appropriate party(ies).
• Connects students with services or resources that can help them with career exploration, goal selection, and ongoing academic assistance.
• Helps students build peer support networks.
• Encourages student participation in out-of-class activities.
• Provides encouragement and guidance to foster student success.
• Treats students with respect
• Maintains the learning environment to ensure quality and/or sound pedagogy.