Physical Plant Director

About the Adjutant General's Office

The Adjutant General’s Office (AGO) provides a dynamic workplace while serving the Indiana National Guard at its various facilities throughout the state. AGO’s programs and projects offer exciting opportunities for professionals in many fields—from maintenance repair to cadre to civil engineers—looking to begin or advance their careers. AGO offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as an outstanding work/life balance, including agency-specific benefits such as alternative work schedules, a spot bonus program, and collaboration with military and federal partners.

About the Role

This position is located in the State Facilities Office, Facility Section of the Military Department of Indiana, Adjutant General’s Agency, housed at Stout Field. The role acts as the Facilities Director’s and State Contracting Officer representative in managing, directing, supervising, and coordinating master planning; engineering design; construction and inspection; real property management; maintenance; fire prevention and protection; utilities, system, and environmental management through an augmented staff of over 100 State employees, technicians, and military personnel at National Guard Armories and training sites statewide. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance functions at large multi-building state institutions or mega-armories with complex utility distribution systems. The position directs and supervises steam plant supervisors, utility supervisors, maintenance and repair staff, and Building Service Workers in their daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operation of the powerhouse, determining work priorities, planning maintenance, construction, and repairs to ensure safe and efficient generation and distribution of steam and water systems.
• Supervise water softening and water treatment plants, operation of sewage disposal plants, and entire electrical and/or air conditioning systems.
• Implement repairs, renovations, remodeling, or construction to improve the powerhouse or other facility construction projects.
• Communicate changes in policies, programs, or objectives, as well as the use of new tools and equipment, to supervisors and teams.
• Schedule deadlines and review the progress and operation of each department.
• Develop and supervise training programs for all trades, including specialty trades for the powerhouse, water, and sewage plants.
• Coordinate and oversee the preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain inventory records, approve requisitions for supplies, equipment, and tools, and prepare budget recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards as per Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees, ensuring role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities for professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate employee performance.
• Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

Requirements

A degree is not required. However, candidates must have:

• A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE).
• At least 5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of steam-generating plants; steam, water, sewage, and electrical distribution systems; or general building maintenance.
• At least 4 years of supervisory experience in two or more of these areas, including experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of safety standards to ensure efficient operation.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, materials, and equipment used in all trades.
• Thorough knowledge of utility functions such as water softening and treatment, sewage disposal, air conditioning, and electrical distribution.
• Thorough knowledge of facility and state personnel policies, rules, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, understand, and interpret detailed plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to coordinate multiple maintenance, utility, and powerhouse activities into an efficient, effective operation.
• Ability to supervise, instruct, train, and direct the work of subordinates.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare a variety of reports and budget justifications.
• Ability to foresee problems, adjust, provide long- or short-range plans, and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may vary based on education and work experience.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:

• Three medical plan options (including prescription coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes a bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to a 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies, including:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus Program.
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.