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Form of workUtilities Systems Manager
Requisition Number:RE45309
Department Name:3CU00:Utilities & Energy Management
Work Location:Lexington, KY
Grade Level:49
Salary Range:$71,700-118,313/year
Type of Position:Staff
Position Time Status :Full-Time
Required Education:BS
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Required Related Experience:8 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:None.
Physical Requirements:Standing or walking with objects up to 25lb; Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; Repetitive motion.
May involve heights above 4 feet; confined spaces; ditches; trenches; loud noises; hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste while on job sites.
Work is primarily done in an office environment; yet, position holder will travel to/from various on-campus work or job-site locations and may be exposed to elements of weather and temperature extremes.
8:00am – 5:00pm ( Monday – Friday)
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors, emergencies, and crisis management requiring evening(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Utilities & Energy Management, the Utilities Systems Manager, provides administrative management and leadership direction for Utilities & Energy Management Emissions and Environmental Compliance, Controls Engineering, and Facilities Systems for the University of Kentucky – Lexington Campus; Communicates directly with Facilities Management and customers to define, plan, and prioritize projects, renovations, maintenance, and operations; Oversees the implementation of utility system strategic plans, programming, and central plant delivery strategies to ensure the reliable and economic delivery of utilities to the campus; Plans and organizes all facets of the day-to-day department activities to meet short and long-range goals and objectives; Collaborates with utilities team members in the creation of short and long-term operating plans, including projections for fuel, equipment needs and deployment, personnel allocation, maintenance, and capital plans; and Defines and analyzes departmental metrics, implements, and executes optimized economic operating plans, and makes recommendations for significant operational improvements as appropriate.
In addition, this position manages overall fiscal allocations for projects, renovations, and maintenance associated with emissions, environmental compliance, controls engineering, and facilities systems; Assists with the development of budgets and capital planning; Reviews, recommends, and negotiates means and methods for new and renovated systems; Reviews drawings and specifications for all new and renovated facilities and systems; Authorizes emissions, controls engineering, and facilities systems shutdowns and start-ups; Performs Emissions and Environmental Reporting; Ensures Utilities & Energy Management standards and requirements are met and/or exceeded in accordance with established procedures and processes and holds team members accountable; and Directly oversees the supervision of assigned departmental staff.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
MS Windows/Office; SAP; KRONOS
Driver’s License — Preferred
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Heating/Cooling Systems and Operations; Energy Conservation Management; Utilities; Building Codes; Safety and Environmental Compliance.
No
Preferred Education/Experience:Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering + 8 Years
MBA — Desirable
05/15/2024
University Community of Inclusion:The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
