Assistant Manager Trades Shop (HVAC)

100 Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

100 Miami University seeks an Assistant Manager for the Trades Shop (HVAC) to supervise staff and oversee maintenance programs. Responsibilities include managing a preventive maintenance program, training personnel, and handling inventory.

The ideal candidate will possess HVAC training and supervisory skills, along with a valid driver's license. Additional preferred qualifications include relevant licenses and experience with HVAC systems.

Qualifications

• 18 months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and four years of experience in that trade.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be a qualified driver under the University’s MVR policy.

Responsibilities

• Supervise at least five skilled trades personnel in the HVAC shop.
• Manage preventive maintenance program of HVAC systems.
• Review completed work of employees and ensure needed changes are made.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of HVAC procedures and equipment

Ability to read and understand blueprints

Education

18 months training beyond high school in a skilled trade

4 years of experience in that trade

Tools

Universal Refrigeration License

State HVAC License

CMMS experience

Building Automation System experience

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Manager Trades Shop (HVAC)

Job Description Summary

Supervisor of the HVAC Shop, oversees preventive maintenance, repairs of university facilities or equipment requiring specialized HVAC trade training. Directly supervises at least five (5) classified staff. Works Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.

Essential Duties

• Supervise at least five (5) or more skilled trades personnel in the HVAC shop; assist in enforcing policies and procedures; prioritize schedules and assign tasks.
• Train, monitor and evaluate performance; make recommendations regarding discipline.
• Manage preventive maintenance program of HVAC systems.
• Assist with overseeing shop operations; set priorities; prepare cost estimates.
• Impact staff retention; participate in selection and onboarding of new team members.
• Review completed work of employees and contractors; ensure needed changes or corrections are made.
• Research and evaluate new materials and equipment; make recommendations regarding purchase.
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies; reorder as necessary; maintain department records and work orders.
• May assist in maintenance and repair work, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and four years of experience in that trade, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be a qualified driver under the University’s MVR policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of a particular trade.
• Supervisory skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or mechanical diagrams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Universal Refrigeration License.
• State HVAC License.
• CMMS experience.
• Commercial HVAC system knowledge.
• Experience with refrigeration systems.
• Building Automation System experience.

Additional Information

Criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke‑ and tobacco‑free campuses. This organization participates in E‑Verify.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.