Plant Superintendent

Bowie State University; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, prescription coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition remission

Employer-funded pension and retirement

Job summary

Bowie State University seeks a Plant Superintendent to oversee campus-wide MEP systems, ensuring reliable operation, preventive maintenance, and efficient work order management for critical building systems. You will supervise specialized staff and lead MEP contracts, capital projects, and safety compliance on a large Maryland campus.

Required qualifications include a mechanical engineering-based degree with substantial HVAC/MEP experience, licenses preferred, and strong leadership in complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum 7 years managing industrial or commercial HVAC/MEP systems with a degree; 12 years without a degree.
• At least 5 years direct oversight of building mechanical and infrastructure systems, including chillers, boilers, pumps, air handling units, and distribution systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, work order systems, and contractor management.
• Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer License (preferred or required based on assignment).
• Journeyman License in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing (preferred).
• DC 3rd Class Engineer License (preferred).
• NAPE Certification (preferred).
• Valid Maryland Non-Commercial Class C Driver’s License or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Oversees operation, maintenance, and reliability of campus MEP systems (HVAC plants, electrical distribution, plumbing).
• Manages preventive maintenance programs and CMMS-based work orders.
• Directs building automation systems (BAS) and controls contractors for energy efficiency.
• Serves as primary manager for all MEP-related service contracts and contractor performance.
• Supervises mechanics, technicians, and contractors performing MEP work.
• Supports capital projects, deferred maintenance, and special projects (planning, budgeting, scheduling).
• Represents Operations & Maintenance in capital planning, construction, and renovation projects.
• Reviews system performance data and recommends operational improvements for efficiency and reliability.
• Maintains project schedules addressing deferred maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
• Collaborates with Facilities leadership to prioritize work orders and system improvements.
• Supports training programs for staff on MEP systems, safety, and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA/MOSH, codes, and university safety standards.
• Coordinates campus events, emergencies, and critical outages as needed.
• May supervise additional maintenance or grounds personnel as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer License (preferred or required based on assignment)

Journeyman License in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing (preferred)

DC 3rd Class Engineer License (preferred)

NAPE Certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive oversight of campus-wide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety of all infrastructure. Responsible for the operation, preventive maintenance (PM), and work order management of critical building and plant systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, and building automation systems. Oversees MEP contracts, supports capital and deferred maintenance projects, and supervises specialized technical staff.

Job Posting

JR101976 Plant Superintendent (Open)

Department

Facilities, PM

Position Type

Regular

Open Date

07-24-2026

Close Date

$90,000 - $100,000

Job Description

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive oversight of campus-wide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety of all infrastructure. Responsible for the operation, preventive maintenance (PM), and work order management of critical building and plant systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, and building automation systems. Oversees MEP contracts, supports capital and deferred maintenance projects, and supervises specialized technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the operation, maintenance, and reliability of campus MEP systems, including HVAC plants, electrical distribution, and plumbing infrastructure.
• Ensures effective execution of preventive maintenance programs and work order processes, including reviewing, updating, and optimizing PM tasks within the CMMS system.
• Manages and monitors building automation systems (BAS) and directs controls contractors to ensure optimal system performance and energy efficiency.
• Serves as primary manager for all MEP-related service contracts, ensuring contractor performance, compliance, and alignment with campus standards.
• Supervises and provides technical guidance to specialized mechanics, technicians, and contractors performing MEP-related work.
• Supports and coordinates MEP-related capital projects, deferred maintenance efforts, and special projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation.
• Represents Operations & Maintenance in capital planning, construction, and renovation projects, ensuring system design and installation meet operational standards.
• Reviews system performance data, prepares technical reports, and recommends operational improvements for efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
• Maintains project schedules to address deferred maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
• Collaborates with Facilities leadership and other departments to prioritize work orders, maintenance activities, and system improvements.
• Assists in the development and delivery of training programs for staff related to MEP systems, safety, and operational procedures.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA/MOSH regulations, applicable codes, and university safety standards.
• Assists in coordination of campus events, emergency response, and critical system outages as needed.
• May supervise additional maintenance or grounds personnel as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience managing industrial or commercial HVAC/MEP systems with a degree; 12 years without a degree.
• At least 5 years of direct oversight of building mechanical and infrastructure systems, including chillers, boilers, pumps, air handling units, and distribution systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, work order systems, and contractor management.
• Maryland 1st Grade Stationary Engineer License (preferred or required based on assignment)
• Journeyman License in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing (preferred)
• DC 3rd Class Engineer License (preferred)
• NAPE Certification (preferred)
• Valid Maryland Non-Commercial Class C Driver’s License or equivalent

Required Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, including HVAC plants, chillers, boilers, pumps, air handling systems, and distribution infrastructure.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, work order management systems (CMMS), and reliability-centered maintenance practices.
• Experience with building automation systems (BAS) and controls integration.
• Knowledge of construction, commissioning, testing, and operation of complex building systems.
• Familiarity with energy management practices, sustainability initiatives, and mechanical/electrical codes.
• Ability to analyze system performance data and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Skill in preparing technical reports, project scopes, and operational documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a complex campus environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with staff, contractors, and campus stakeholders.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including CMMS systems, AutoCAD, spreadsheets, and energy modeling tools.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate technical staff.
• Ability to work in hazardous environments, confined spaces, and varying weather conditions, and to use appropriate PPE.

Conditions Of Employment

• Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical examination to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Non-Commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required.

Additional Job Information

• Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance
• paid time for paid sick leave, annual leave, and personal leave
• 12 paid holidays per year, tuition remission
• employer-funded pension and supplemental retirement accounts

Bowie State University shall not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities of Bowie State University are and shall be in conformity with all pertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including, but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in all areas and embraces faculty, staff, and students.

Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shall be extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have as its firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring, rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention and dismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. The University will stress equal access for employees and applicants for employment to all programs and services provided by the University both on and off campus. The University will also provide equal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination with respect to women and members of minority groups in all its operations. In addition, the University shall promote equal opportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuing

The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonable accommodations to promote the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the University’s business.

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