Assistant Manager Trades Shop (HVAC)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 32,390 - 46,132; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Manager for the Trades Shop (HVAC) in Oxford, Ohio. This role involves supervising HVAC personnel, managing preventive maintenance programs, and overseeing shop operations.

Ideal candidates must possess significant experience in HVAC, good supervisory skills, and the ability to manage resources effectively. Benefits are included, and a criminal background check is required.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver's license and ability to be a qualified driver under the University's MVR policy.
• 4 years of experience in HVAC trade or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises HVAC Shop and coordinates preventive maintenance program.
• Manages HVAC shop operations, prioritizes work, and trains staff.
• Maintains inventory and department records.

Skills

Knowledge of trade procedures and equipment

Supervisory skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to read blueprints/mechanical diagrams

Education

High school diploma plus 18 months trade training

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Manager Trades Shop (HVAC)

Department

Building Maintenance Operations

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

28.5

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Supervises the HVAC Shop, HVAC preventive maintenance program, repairs of University facilities or equipment which require specialized training in the HVAC trade. Directly supervises at least five (5) classified staff. Hours for this position are Monday‑through‑Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Job Description

• Supervises at least five (5) or more skilled trades personnel in the HVAC shop; assists in enforcing policies and procedures; prioritizes schedules and assigns tasks; trains, monitors and evaluates performance; makes recommendations regarding discipline.
• Manages preventive maintenance program of HVAC systems.
• Assists with overseeing shop operations; sets priorities; prepares cost estimates. Impacts staff retention; participates in selection and onboarding of new team members.
• Reviews completed work of employees and contractors; ensures that any needed changes or corrections are made.
• Researches and evaluates new materials and equipment; makes recommendations regarding purchase.
• Maintains inventory of parts and supplies; reorders as necessary; maintains department records and work orders.
• May assist in maintenance and repair work, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires 18 months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and four years of experience in that trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires a valid driver's license and the 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

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• CMMS experience.
• Commercial HVAC system knowledge.
• Experience with refrigeration systems.
• Building Automation System experience.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke-and-tobacco free campuses.

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