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UNIVERSITY OF NEB MED & PSYCH CTRS Utility Plant Operations Shift Supervisor in Lincoln, Nebraska
Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska and certified as a Lincoln Family-Friendly workplace, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraskas economy each year.
We invest in our employees:
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- No-cost life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Parental leave.
- Retirement plans.
- Tuition assistance for employees and dependents.
- Exclusive employee discounts.
- Professional development through training and education.
- And many more!!
As a Utility Plant Operations Shift Supervisor, you will:
- Lead the operation of utility plant equipment on assigned shift, including chillers, boilers, thermal energy storage systems, and other auxiliary systems.
- Oversee the production and distribution of utilities and minor maintenance tasks across campus facilities.
- Provide supervision and operational support to staff and skilled operators.
- Review the performance of personnel, and provide ongoing feedback and performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and implement strategies to optimize equipment operations.
- Contribute to long-term planning for equipment upgrades.
- Administer in-house commissioning of new equipment and retro-commissioning of existing equipment.
- Serve as project manager, coordinating and overseeing utility outages and emergency maintenance affecting campus utilities and facilities.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and requirements.
- Enforce federal regulations governing environmental protection, handling of hazardous materials and hazardous waste, and the use of chemical substances and materials.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and operational availability.
- Develop an operational understanding of all University utility facilities, including major plant equipment and components.
- Operate plant equipment either manually and/or through the plant control system interface.
What you bring to the position:
- Associates degree in Energy Generation Operations or a related field, or equivalent of 2+ years of experience operating high-pressure boilers, centrifugal chillers, and/or related support systems in a comparable environment.
- 3+ years of progressively responsible utility plant experience or 5+ years without an applicable degree.
- Prior leadership experience.
- Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze problems, delegate work, and achieve results through others.
- Ability to work effectively in a professional environment.
- Valid drivers license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Additional qualifications that support success in this position (not required):
Associates degree in Energy Generation Operations or a related field and 5+ years of experience operating high-pressure boilers, centrifugal chillers, and/or related support systems in a comparable environment.
5+ years of maintenance experience within a comparable plant environment.
2+ years of experience in a leadership role within a comparable plant environment.
Experience with utility distribution system infrastructure, including underground utility locating and GIS software (after-hours response).
Experience utilizing supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems such as WonderWare, Allen Bradley, or others.
Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS .
Maintenance knowledge of boiler and/or refrigeration equipment.
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