Director, Energy & Engineering
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Job Summary
Job Summary:
Manage the HVACdepartmentwhich includes Building Automation EnergyCenterand HVAC a cleansafeand comfortable teaching/learning environment for studentsfacultyand staff.
Essential Functions:
25% Manage Superintendents of HVAC Distribution BuildingAutomationand the Energy Center.
20% Develop and perform training for Supervision and skilled trades personnel to meet the changing needs of the department.Manage the hiring of personnelgrievancesand disciplinary action. Develop and implement training and complianceofall EPA Refrigerant laws and regulations. Develop operating and energy management strategies for campus buildings and systems.
15% Commission new buildings for system/equipment defects deficiencies and other problems related to construction.
15% Coordinate relevant shops for major equipment and system repairs.
15% Review plans and specs for Capital Planning projects. Develop projects strategic planningwriteandapprovespecs formaterialinstallationand electrical.
10% Review mechanical engineers estimates to replace or install new boilers chillersRTUsand air conditioning units. Overseecontractors and ensure contract compliance.
Education:
Requires a relevantBachelors Degree.
Licenses/Certifications/Requirements:
Valid OhioDriversLicense
Experience:
Requires a minimum of 3years experiencein lower/mid management position of a large maintenance organization.
Leadership:
Management of the operation of a unit/major function with activities typically coordinated through administrative personnel abovethe level of first-line supervisors or through persons having mid-to-upper-level management or professional responsibility.
Physical Requirements:
Light physical effort required involving stooping and bending; individual has limited discretion about walking standing etc.;occasionallylifting oflightweight objects (up to 25 lbs.).
Working Conditions:
Routine discomforts from exposure to moderate levels of heat cold moisture/wetnessnoiseand air pollution. May involveroutine/occasional exposure to light chemical substances or hazards (radiation chemicals diseasesheightsand moving parts).
Compensation:Final salary compensation will becommensuratewith the selected candidates qualifications and experience.
Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on September 30 2026.
Application Instructions:To apply for this position applicants must complete the online application and attach a current resumedemonstratingrelevant experience and qualifications that align with the positions responsibilities and requirements.
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For assistance with your application or attachments please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Cindy HarmEmail:
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health welfare and safety of all students employees and visitors on our campus. As such all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.
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