Central Plant Supervisor

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

Job Profile

Facilities Manager 2

Job Family

Facilities Management

Time Type

Full time

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary

Provides guidance for the intermediate to complex operations of a facility or unit based on established policies and procedures.

Job Description

Facilities Management, Central Plant, seeks a supervisor to lead global operations and daily central plant activities, overseeing high- and low-pressure heating, cooling, and power plant systems to ensure safe, efficient, continuous, and reliable operations.

Essential Duties

• Supervise staff through daily interactions, goal setting, and performance assessment activities to ensure individual and departmental-level goals and objectives are being achieved.


• Plan and develop, assign and adjust work methods and procedures to meet schedules using knowledge of capacities, and capabilities of personnel and equipment.


• Inspect work in process to ensure its completion within allotted time limits and for acceptable quality standards.


• Train employees in new methods or procedures and remains alert for opportunities to effectively decrease costs.


• Prepare estimates of proposed job costs to ensure the most effective utilization of personnel and equipment.


• Develop, implement, and measure operational/process improvement actions to ensure optimal departmental performance and capital expense management.


• Prepare sketches of proposed work and assist in the design and specifications of planned jobs or contracts.


• Maintain records and files, including the approval of time cards and absences, in order to document compliance with operating policies and procedures covering resources and staff.


• Assist in the preparation of capital and operations budgets as part of the Annual Budget Process to ensure designated area of responsibility has the appropriate resources to meet and exceed stated goals and objectives.


• Assess requisitions and maintain appropriate levels of equipment and materials (repair or replacement parts) in order to ensure operations are uninterrupted under any foreseeable situation.


• May maintain, operate and/or repair central plant equipment in emergency situations; plant operations are 24/7 facility.


• May be required to work shifts as necessary to ensure 24/7 coverage.


• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, engineers, and others concerning equipment operations or maintenance.


• Assist Central Plant Supervisor and temporarily assume duties when absent.


• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm and will need to be available to direct activities as required for night and weekend and emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays. This position is based at ASU’s Tempe Campus but will require working at other campuses.

Salary Range

$82,000 - $85,000 per year commensurate of experience and education.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in supervising (3 years)


• Experience operating a campus chill water distribution system servicing three or more buildings (2 years)


• Experience operating and maintaining a one ton or larger centrifugal chillers (2 years)


• Experience in water chemistry on cooling towers, steam plant systems, and chill water distribution systems


• Experience in RO/DI production facility operation and maintenance plant digital control system’s operation and maintenance; including temperature, pressure, level, flow sensors, automated valves, and variable speed drive


• Evidence of effective communication skills

Work Environment

Work in noisy environment, varying temperatures and confined spaces. Wear personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, face shield, gloves, hearing protection). Lift and carry objects above the shoulder up to 50 pounds (e.g. valves, actuators, small pumps, pipes, ladders, manhole covers, cooling tower fill panels, resin medial cylinders, electrical starters, electrical motors, etc.). Work off ladders to open/close valves, change lamps, repair boilers and chillers, and test safety alarms. May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure and positive pressure respirator). Drive a University vehicle.

Department Statement: What’s in it for you?

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as an inclusive culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

• 22 days of accrued vacation leave


• 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff


• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one


• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child


• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits


• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)


• Paid time for volunteer and professional development


• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings


• Disability and leave program for income protection


• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges


• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

Facilities Development and Management (FDM) Overview

FDM maintains and services all university-owned property and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Eligibility and Requirements

• Employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States.


• FDM will not be a sponsor for this position.


• Must possess EPA/CFC refrigerant certification and EPA 608 Universal certification, or be able to obtain within six months of employment.


• Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment respiratory clearance questionnaire and respirator fit test as a condition of employment.


• A baseline audiogram will also be completed within the first month of employment.


• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.


• Post‑offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39‑month period from date of hire.


• This position requires working a rotating on‑call/stand‑by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.


• Driving Requirement: This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.


• Location: Campus: Tempe. Funding: No Federal Funding.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.