Plant Operations Supervisor (Peabody Facilities)

About the Role

The Plant Operations Supervisor is responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and scheduling day-to-day facilities maintenance and housekeeping needs. This role ensures regular, high-quality preventative maintenance and assists the Director of Facilities with managing special projects. The position requires hands-on supervision of multi-trade maintenance mechanics, housekeeping staff, and contractors, including HVAC technicians and painters, while ensuring compliance with university policies. Availability to address emergency maintenance issues 24/7, in-person as necessary, is required. The supervisor will also oversee the implementation and use of a work order system and produce related reports.

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Responsibilities

• Supervision of Staff and Contractors (50%)
  • Hire, train, and supervise a plant operations staff of five, plus contractors.
  • Ensure maintenance work meets or exceeds JHU quality standards.
  • Establish and maintain schedules for all plant operations activities.
  • Assign, manage, and evaluate planned and reactive maintenance repairs and projects.
  • Utilize the University’s timekeeping systems for accurate time and attendance reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, BOCA, State, Federal regulations, and JHU safety standards.
  • Develop and oversee employee engagement and professional development for direct reports.
  • Troubleshoot technical problems with HVAC and control systems and determine necessary repairs.
  • Assist in capital planning to forecast long-term HVAC system updates.
  • Manage HVAC and plumbing work performed by outside contractors.
  • Coordinate and communicate HVAC/plumbing outages.
  • Review plans for future buildings and inspect new renovation projects for compatibility with HVAC, plumbing systems, and codes.
  • Assist the Director of Facilities with developing RFPs/specifications for HVAC and infrastructure projects.
• Identify, Prioritize, and Oversee Facilities Efforts (30%)
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a preventive maintenance program using a computerized maintenance management system.
  • Participate in proactive inspections of all buildings to identify routine and project work.
  • Develop and implement annual and long-term capital renewal programs under the guidance of the Director of Facilities.
  • Assist in the development of annual plans and budgets; manage and monitor financial budgets.
  • Manage and report on all work orders using the facilities ticket system (MAXIMO).
  • Use work order system data to proactively manage work levels, status, and job completion.
  • Source contracts with outside vendors and maintain vendor relationships in coordination with the Director of Facilities.
  • Engage in specification and procurement of equipment, parts, and supplies for building maintenance.
  • Develop and manage an inventory control system for critical parts and supplies.
• Hands-on Expertise (20%)
  • Provide hands-on supervision and training for multi-trade personnel and contractors.
  • Perform a variety of jobs related to carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, construction, engineering, housekeeping, and general maintenance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or Trade School Graduate.
• Three years of directly related experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience as permitted by JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of experience supervising multiple direct reports.
• Demonstrated ability to develop project plans and handle multiple priorities.
• Experience establishing, measuring, and monitoring performance criteria and goals.
• Comfort with computer systems, including daily use of a work order system and report generation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and success working in partnership with other functional areas.
• Demonstrated ability to manage internal and external stakeholders, including customer service skills.

Pay

Starting salary range: $58,136 - $103,376 annually ($96,000 targeted; commensurate with experience).

Schedule

37.5 hours per week. Full-time, exempt position.