Facilities & HVAC Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation, maintenance, and performance of all HVAC, boiler, and mechanical systems across campus.
• Cookordination and oversight of work across all facilities trades to ensure efficiency, quality, and alignment with departmental priorities.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for HVAC and boiler operations.
• Support long-term capital planning, including lifecycle replacement strategies for mechanical systems.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to enhance system reliability and asset lifecycle performance.
• Prepare and manage operating and project budgets; monitor expenditure and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Collaborate with Capital Projects, architects, and project managers to support construction and renovation initiatives.
• Lead response to major mechanical failures and support campus emergency operations in coordination with Security & Safety.
• Partner with campus stakeholders to ensure facilities work support academic, residential, and event operations with minimal disruption.
• Identify and implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives to reduce operating costs and environmental impact.
• Ensure compliance with all required inspections and testing, including but not limited to: Boiler inspections and control/safety device testing (CSD), Elevator inspections, Fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression system testing (including Ansul systems), Cross-connection control testing, Emergency lighting system testing.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in HVAC and boiler operations.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Low-pressure boiler operator’s license required (or ability to obtain within first year).
• Demonstrated expertise in low- and high-pressure boiler systems required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Experience working in a unionized environment and administering collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Vendor and contractor management experience.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, HAZMAT, AHERA, confined space, and related regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of building automation systems, including JCI Metasys or similar platforms.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Benefits

The position at Cranbrook offers competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Retailer retirement programs with employer contribution
• Moderate paid time off
• 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• Employee discounts
• A unique environment in an educational setting that values collaboration