Mechanical Maintenance Manager

Under direction of the Senior Director of Facilities, the Mechanical Maintenance Manager is responsible for the supervision, planning and coordination of the HVAC shop. The HVAC shop consists of 6 Mechanical Equipment Specialists and 2 Repairers responsible for the performance of work including, but not limited to, mechanical maintenance, preventative maintenance, adjustment, and repair of heating, air conditioning, and refrigerating systems and auxiliary equipment. The Mechanical Maintenance Manager is also responsible for overseeing the mechanical equipment and lead of the Electrical & Plumbing Shops. The Mechanical Maintenance Manager will collaborate with the supervisors of the Electric Shop and the Plumbing Shop to lead in establishing and evaluating unit programs and goals and develop policies and procedures in accordance with college policies and objectives.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of six years of extensive experience in HVAC mechanical equipment, including the repair and maintenance of heating, air conditioning, refrigerating systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• At least four years of professional experience managing and supervising a staff in the area of mechanical equipment and maintenance.
• Ability to lead in planning and coordinating work of the unit including setting goals, planning and implementing work programs, and developing policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures and methods of the installation, construction, repair, rebuilding and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment, which involves the general and comprehensive responsibility for its efficient functioning.
• Knowledge of the methods used to install and repair heating, air conditioning, and refrigerating systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Knowledge of the use of acetylene and electric welding equipment.
• Knowledge of the pneumatic and electrical controls on heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to keep necessary records.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A valid Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification of the appropriate level, commensurate with the type of equipment serviced, issued under the authority of the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.
• A Boiler Operator's License (Black Seal) of appropriate grade and type as issued by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree. NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute experience on a year for year basis. A Master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. A Ph.D. or Ed.D degree may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of professional facility management experience in overseeing all aspects of property and equipment management and recommending solutions for all operational issues, specific to the areas of HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical.

License:

Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Contact Information:

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found. Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background and reference checks.

To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College has a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff, and strongly encourages women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.