Central Energy Plant Supervisor
Central Energy Plant Supervisor
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Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial socioeconomic and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the Central Energy Plant Supervisor position. The Central Energy Plant Supervisor is a fulltime yearround position starting at $95000 per year commensurate with experience. Given Amhersts distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
Provide management and supervision of Amherst Colleges Central Energy Plant. Direct and administer the continuous and ongoing maintenance and operations of the colleges high pressure steam boilers gas turbine HRSG and all associated equipment. Partner with the Director of Facilities Operations in strategic planning and development of longterm goals and objectives for the Central Energy Plant. Support the colleges sustainability goals including a carbon neutral campus in 24hour availability to be contacted for the resolution of emergencies related to the Central Energy Plant.
Train and supervise staff approve projects supervise outside contract support select contractors negotiate formulate and administer contracts as well as conduct pre and post inspections. Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the plant including maintenance repair planning scheduling of all associated equipment and controls. Participate in energy procurement and fuel switching/arbitrage strategies. The supervisor will be involved in selecting the most cost effective fuel source between purchased electricity natural gas and oil. Collaborate with other trades and services including the chiller plant and utility distribution. Provide support for emergency calls.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Train and supervise staff approve projects supervise outside contract support select contractors negotiate formulate and administer contracts as well as conduct pre and post inspections. Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the plant including maintenance repair planning scheduling of all associated equipment and controls. Participate in energy procurement and fuel switching/arbitrage strategies. The supervisor will be involved in selecting the most cost effective fuel source between purchased electricity natural gas and oil. Collaborate with other trades and services including the chiller plant and utility distribution. Provide support for emergency calls.
Assist the Director of Facilities Operations with planning scheduling and controlling costs as well as with short range projects equipment preventive maintenance and contract planning. Prepare cost estimates for all Central Energy Plant systems and their associated components. Maintain records and inventory of various equipment systems and procedures.
Prepare and manage the Central Energy Plant budget purchase and maintain inventory control of all associated materials and supplies as well as coordinate upgrade of materials for cost effective management. Process all related invoices through Workday. Prioritize coordinate and schedule projects and work orders as well as establish and maintain customer relations throughout the campus community.
Participate in capital project upgrades. There are several large projects planned which will impact the plant including all of the work associated with the Climate Action Plan. There will be significant changes to the plant as we move towards low temperature hot water and a geothermal system to heat and cool the campus.
Maintain and implement both standard and emergency operating plans. Conduct performance evaluations. Performs other duties/functions as requested.
Qualifications:
57 years of experience overseeing similar power plant operations.
A Massachusetts 2nd Class Stationary Engineers License.
Associates degree plus 5 years of experience overseeing similar power plant operations or in lieu of a degree 7 years of experience.
An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check.
Successful completion of a preemployment physical and lift test.
Preferred
Bachelors degree and/or 10 years of power plant operation and management experience.
10 years of power plant operation and management experience.
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development continued learning and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure itmeets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information.
Interestedcandidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
