Chilled Water Systems Production Superintendent

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The primary purpose of Chilled Water Systems is to produce and distribute chilled water to the various buildings on the University campus, as it is critical to the operations of the University for comfort cooling, process cooling, and dehumidification. Chilled Water Systems ( CWS) is a department within Energy Services which is a part of the Facilities Services Division.

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $7,500 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN TWELVE (12) MONTHS OF HIRE: $3,750 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $3,750 12-MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

The Production Superintendent serves as a member of the Chilled Water Systems Management Team and is the subject matter expert for chilled water production equipment and plant operations across central campus plants and standalone locations. This leadership role is responsible for the supervision of all production personnel within the Chilled Water Systems organization (X FTE direct reports and X indirect reports). Scope includes chillers, cooling towers, condenser and chilled water pumps, air compressors, air handlers, heat exchangers, water treatment systems, and ancillary equipment required to reliably produce chilled water.

Key responsibilities include supervision, performance management, maintenance planning and execution, plant operations, budget planning, regulatory compliance, and contractor oversight. The Production Superintendent ensures safe, reliable, and efficient chilled water production to support campus comfort cooling, process cooling, and dehumidification needs.

This position supervises 6 FTE.

Graduation from high school or equivalency and four (4) years' experience in applicable utility operations/maintenance, including three (3) years of supervisory experience to include formal performance management experience; or an equivalent combination of experience, training and education.

Four (4) years' experience in applicable utility operations/maintenance, including three (3) years of supervisory experience to include formal performance management experience; or an equivalent combination of experience, training, and education.
* Strong knowledge of chilled water production equipment, operations, and systems: chillers, cooling towers, condenser/chilled water pumps, air compressors, air handlers, distribution to plant headers, and auxiliary equipment.
* Working knowledge of methods, practices, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment and machinery.
* Working knowledge of plant operating principles and techniques, including startup/shutdown procedures, load management, water treatment, and reliability-centered maintenance.
* Ability to prepare and maintain records/reports and present findings when requested.
* Ability to manage budget, purchase requisitions, and contractor oversight.
* Formal supervisory experience to include performance management, recruitment, training, etc.

* Extensive maintenance and operations experience with central chilled water plants and standalone sites.
* Experience with optimization of chiller plants, including sequencing, condenser water optimization, and integration with building automation/ SCADA systems (e.g., Citect, VTScada).
* Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems ( CMMS), preferably MAXIMO.

This position is responsible for supporting continuous operation of chilled water production plants (24/7-365 days including nights, weekends, and holidays). The position is Severe Weather Essential and Communicable Disease/Public Health Emergency Duty Mandatory; the employee must report to work during adverse weather, other university emergencies, and public health emergencies.
Environmental conditions vary from climate-controlled spaces to dusty, hot, humid, and cold environments, including mechanical rooms, chiller plants, cooling towers, and rooftops. This position may be required to enter confined spaces or hazardous environments (e.g., chilled water/steam tunnels and manholes) with temperatures that can exceed 130 F, using appropriate PPE per established procedures.
* Evening and night work occasionally; weekend work occasionally.
* Exposure to hazardous materials and conditions; respirator use as required.
* Valid NC Driver's License.
* Ability to use ladders/stairs, lift/move 50+ pounds, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus, work on knees or with hands overhead for extended periods.

Ability to estimate the amount and value of needed repairs and to requisition items not in stock and/or bid as necessary.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy .

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.