Job Description:

The weather in Oklahoma is infamously unpredictable, swinging from below freezing to the mid-90’s within the same week! To endure these extremes, the University of Oklahoma has a state-of-the-art steam and chill water system - ensuring our clinics, students, faculty, and staff are safe and comfortable. 

To oversee our cutting-edge facilities, we are searching for a dynamic and experienced Steam & Chilled Plant Manager! This individual will manage all aspects of our water plant to ensure safe, economical and efficient operations.

What’s in it for you:

On top of a rewarding career and salary, you will also be entitled to:

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  Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): When we say generous, we mean it. You will receive 16 – 22 hours of PTO per month. Enjoy ample vacation days and holidays to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.


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  Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Your well-being matters to us. Benefit from health, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.


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  Retirement Planning: Secure your financial future. Our retirement plans empower you to build savings and prepare for retirement with confidence.


• Outstanding gym options exist on campus for nominal membership.


• For more information about OU’s benefits, click here.
  

Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Mechanical Systems and Equipment – Candidate should have thorough knowledge and experience operating and maintaining boilers, chillers, cooling towers, distribution piping, pumps and valves. This would include establishing and overseeing maintenance schedules, repairs and operating procedures.


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  Control Systems and Automation – Candidate should have experience and technical knowledge of operating and maintaining boiler and chiller control systems. Candidate should have the ability to operate plant equipment efficiently. We desire a candidate that can bring an energy conservation perspective to plant operations.


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  Water Treatment – Knowledge of water treatment to prevent corrosion, scaling and fouling of chillers, cooling towers and boilers.


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  Leadership and Team Management – Ability to manage and lead a team of operators, foreman, mechanics and technicians. Willingness to mentor employees as needed with helpful and safe tips and tricks of the trade. As well an ability to coordinate and schedule appropriate training to enhance team skills and knowledge. We are looking for a candidate that can inspire and motivate the team.


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  Problem solving and decision making – Candidate should have strong problem-solving skills and ability. They should have the ability to make independent decisions for plant operations and ability to resolve operating issues when they occur.


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  Safety – Candidate should instill a culture of safety, recognize hazards and proactively address safety issues.


• To see a full job description, click here.

If you would like to make an impact by keeping the leaders of tomorrow safe and comfortable, click Apply Online above. We look forward to hearing from you!

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, AND
  


• 60 months managerial experience at a physical plant.

Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree. 

Certifications:

• Valid Oklahoma Driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

Supervision: Supervises all personnel at the SCWP - 17 employees.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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