Central Plant Operations Lead

Arizona State University; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days vacation

12 days sick leave

Tuition Reduction Program

12 weeks parental leave

Wellness program

ASU Discounts

Job summary

Arizona State University seeks a Facilities Manager 2 to lead Central Plant operations, overseeing high- and low‑pressure heating, cooling, and power systems to ensure safe, efficient 24/7 operations on campus. You will supervise a team, plan work methods, and coordinate with engineers and contractors.

The role includes budgeting support, training staff, and maintaining records to ensure compliance with university policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree and five years’ related experience, including two years in a managerial role.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating campus facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff through daily interactions, goal setting, and performance assessment to meet department goals.
• Plan and develop work methods to meet schedules with personnel and equipment.
• Inspect work in process for quality and timely completion.
• Train employees in new methods or procedures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare estimates of proposed job costs to ensure effective resource use.
• Develop and measure operational/process improvement actions for performance and capital expense management.
• Prepare sketches and assist in design/specifications of planned jobs or contracts.
• Maintain records and time cards for compliance with policies.

Skills

Staff supervision

Operations coordination

Contractor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience with 2 years managerial

Tools

Central Plant operations

Chilled water systems

Job description

Arizona State University seeks a Facilities Manager 2 to lead Central Plant operations, overseeing high- and low‑pressure heating, cooling, and power systems to ensure safe, efficient 24/7 operations on campus. You will supervise a team, plan work methods, and coordinate with engineers and contractors.

The role includes budgeting support, training staff, and maintaining records to ensure compliance with university policies and safety standards.