Under the general leadership of the department head, manages all aspects of operating and maintaining the campus's 2,100-ton Central Chiller Plant, approximately four miles of underground chilled water loop piping, and the campus Building Automation System connected to over 50 buildings. These systems are mission critical to the around-the-clock operation of the DeLand campus and therefore must be monitored and controlled around the clock 365 days a year to provide uninterrupted service to campus buildings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manages operations and maintenance of Central Chiller Plant and all associated equipment. Ensures the plant is operational at all times 24 hours a day 365 days a year and must be able to respond immediately to resolve any unexpected operational issues that disrupt service to campus buildings. Remote access to the control system will be provided so troubleshooting can take place remotely after normal business hours to facilitate the appropriate response.
• Manages chemical water treatment of chillers, cooling towers, and the chilled water loop.
• Manages the campus-wide underground chilled water piping loop. This includes locating leaks and overseeing repairs and new additions.
• Manages the day-to-day functionality and programming of the Automated Logic Building Automation System (BAS) for the Central Chiller Plant and all buildings connected to the control system (currently over 50 buildings). Must be able to program all aspects of the BAS with limited support from Automated Logic personnel.
• Manages and maintains the network connecting all buildings on the BAS system. This includes all LAN and sub-LAN wiring, control modules, expanders, power supplies, sensors, etc. The Manager functions as the network administrator with limited support from the university IT department. Works with the IT department to ensure all mission critical server files are appropriately backed up nightly.
• Provides technical support necessary to ensure the appropriate application, installation, funding, and utilization of modern energy conservation technologies.
• Provides relevant support in the installation, operation, maintenance, and preservation of the campus utility infrastructure.
• Manages energy consumption of the Central Chiller Plant and seek ways to reduce consumption.
• Manages the Central Chiller Plant and BAS in a way that provides optimum occupant comfort and meet space requirements while at the same time maximizing energy efficiency.
• Serves as a back-up to the Manager of Energy Conservation & Sustainability for scheduling occupancy in the BAS. This includes being on-call as needed to adjust schedules and setpoints after hours.
• Actively monitors campus BAS to ensure all operating parameters are being met to include such things as temperatures, humidity levels, CO2 levels, air pressurization, differential pressure control of air and water, variable frequency speed drives, air and water flow rates, damper and valve positions, occupancy setpoints, scheduling, cooling tower water levels, and so on.
• Manages service contracts for monthly and annual chiller service, water treatment, and the like. Most chiller plant operating problems will be solved by the Manager very quickly before the campus notices a problem and without the need to wait for hours for a service company to arrive. The Manager is expected to quickly identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any and all operating problems within the chiller plant complex, except for major malfunctions such as large motor failures that require removal and rewire, chiller controller mother board failures, thrown cooling tower fan blades, torn up tower fan transmissions, and similar major failures while will require immediate follow up by the service company.
• Identifies potentially unsafe operation conditions and implements remedial action.
• Identifies and prioritizes capital renewal needs to assist in developing the annual capital renewal budget.
• Takes a lead role in supporting campus renovation and building projects to ensure connections to the chilled water loop are planned and completed properly and that all additions and modifications to the BAS system are planned and completed properly. Under the leadership of the AVP of Facilities Management and/or Project Manager, works closely with architects and engineers to ensure construction plans are consistent with the campus operating procedures and parameters.
• Provides technical support for skilled and trade staff in the operations and maintenance of HVAC equipment across campus. Provides training to skilled trade staff on the use of the campus BAS system to monitor and troubleshoot issues in each building. Manage and assign access rights in the BAS based on skill level and understanding of each skilled trade person.
• Participates in training, maintains the skills necessary to utilize best practices, and participates on quality improvement teams as assigned. Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with fellow employees, students, and the university community.
• Abides by and complies with university policies and procedures.
• Performs special and other assignments as directed.

Required Skills

• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions in English and to perform assigned duties without immediate supervision.
• Ability to utilize computers on a daily basis to respond to emails, write reports, create spreadsheets, and so forth.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical construction specifications. Must have experience utilizing AutoCAD, BlueBeam Revu, or other similar design software to manipulate drawings and to add comments during plan reviews.
• Must have advanced level of knowledge and skill utilization Automated Logic WebCTRL software, including the ability to manipulate and write programs and databases and graphics for the BAS.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be available to respond remotely or in person at all times to respond to emergencies in the operation of the Central Chiller Plant.
• Knowledge of energy management and related control system technology and best practices.
• Knowledge of the various LAN system types used for BAS systems, and of DDC interfacing to sensors, actuators, and HVAC and lighting systems.
• Working knowledge of the principles and theories of air conditioning and refrigeration and properties of refrigerants.
• Clean understanding of a psychometric chart, properties of air, and ability to make air flow calculations.
• Skill in troubleshooting complex problems on large projects applying prescribed test procedures and equipment.
• Skill in the use of hand tools, power tools, and a variety of testing equipment.
• Ability to apply recognized standards of good practice relevant to matters of safety and security.
• Ability to effectively plan and coordinate multi-task requirements and meet self and pre-imposed objectives and deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, students and university community.
• Ability to walk and climb stairs. Many buildings have multiple floors with stairs and no elevators. Must be able to climb ladders and must be able to work in tight spaces around large pieces of mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work in environments with extreme temperature and humidity common in Florida and may work outside or in buildings without air conditioning, heating, or other comforts. Will frequently work in areas that are dusty, noisy, and areas that may have unpleasant odors.

Required Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or similar field. Must possess, or be able to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment, an OSHA 10-hour training certification for construction or general industry.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in a multi-building campus environment overseeing and/or operating utility, chiller, and/or heating plants and related control systems. Must have extensive experience with advanced skill level in writing and modifying computer programs, creating and modifying databases, and the ability to create and modify graphics for building automation systems, preferably WebCTRL by Automated Logic.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by the University’s auto insurance carrier.

Salary Grade: 8