Job Information
Colorado State University HVAC Manager in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleHVAC Manager
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionNo
Posting Number202400546AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib III
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$85,000 - $95,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.
For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.
For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on04/17/2024
Description of Work Unit
Housing & Dining Services
Housing & Dining Services ( HDS ) is the largest department on campus with 450 full-time staff and 1,700 hourly and student staff, and nearly 8,300 students live on campus. Please visit us athttps://housing.colostate.edu/about/employment/to explore joining HDS and benefits of working at CSU .
HDS Facilities
Housing & Dining Facilities is a work unit within Housing and Dining Services which provides care and stewardship for the 2.5+ million square feet of CSU’s living centers and dining facilities. We are a customer-first service organization, delivering a variety of services including skilled labor, environmental services, warehousing, movable assets, renovation and construction oversight, and all associated facilities management functions. We are committed to our students, staff, and the CSU community. We Facilitate Success.
CSU Land Acknowledgement
Colorado State University acknowledges, with respect, that the land we are on today is the traditional and ancestral homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute Nations and peoples. This was also a site of trade, gathering, and healing for numerous other Native tribes. We recognize the Indigenous peoples as original stewards of this land and all the relatives within it. As these words of acknowledgment are spoken and heard, the ties Nations have to their traditional homelands are renewed and reaffirmed.
CSU is founded as a land-grant institution, and we accept that our mission must encompass access to education and inclusion. And, significantly, that our founding came at a dire cost to Native Americans and peoples whose land this University was built upon. This acknowledgment is the education and inclusion we must practice in recognizing our institutional history, responsibility, and commitment.
Position Summary
The HVAC Manager provides supervisory oversight for all HVAC and BAS maintenance and repair activities through the direct supervision of six FTE . This position oversees the completion of all maintenance, repair, installation, and diagnostics for Housing & Dining HVAC and Building Automation Systems, as well as mechanical and controls equipment, components, and fixtures. Equipment maintained includes chiller systems, heating boilers, domestic boilers, water heaters, air handling units, ventilation systems, compressors, valves, and pipes requiring the ability to complete diagnostics and other systems tests, complete compressor replacements, read and interpret prints, as well as understand and respond to associated controls software.
The position serves as a supervisor for six FTE and is responsible for assigning work, evaluating the quality of work performed, instructing, and training. Supervisory duties include accountability for the use of equipment, space, and resources, and the completion of performance planning. This position is accountable, including signature authority, for actions and decisions impacting pay, status, and tenure of employees. This position may be required to issue corrective actions and address grievances and other disciplinary actions.
This position will have direct interface with customers (residents), HDS Facilities staff, and University Housing leadership. The position will assist, support, and lead staff in developing solutions, and outlining work plans for specified projects and/or maintenance functions as required. Furthermore, this position will be responsible for the completion of preventative maintenance tasks and subsequent reports; will also advise on potential failures and faulty equipment. The position will instruct all reporting staff on safety protocols and will review job plans for safe work compliance.
This HVAC Manager position supports all in-house processes and coordinates work with other supervisory trades and positions and ensures that the work performed is done accurately, safely, and within specifications or standards. This may include requesting any needed code or print review. This position will have oversight on all work performed within the work unit. This position maintains a five-day work week position.
Moving Expenses may be provided to successful candidate.
The selected candidate may be eligible for a $2500 signing bonus.
Required Job Qualifications
5 years of technical experience in HVAC field.
Two years experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the position start date.
Preferred Job Qualifications
High School Diploma (or GED )
Advanced BAS and HVAC experience within a school district, commercial campus, or University
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting High Efficiency Boilers including domestic boilers.
Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting Chillers.
Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting Rooftop Heating and Cooling units.
Experience maintaining, programming, repairing, and trouble-shooting a variety of Building Automation Control systems including the end devices it controls.
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic mobile devices to manage work orders and communicate with team.
An approach to work that includes:
Eagerness to collaborate and share information with a variety of skilled trades professionals.
A very strong customer service focus.
Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing work demands, priorities, and routines.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategorySupervision
Duty/Responsibility
Supervise full-time and hourly employees including responsibility for assigning work, evaluating the quality of work performed, instruction, and training.
Establish performance expectations and monitor adherence to each.
Serve as signature authority for employee use of sick, annual, and compensatory leave according to state, University, and department rules and policies.
Serve as signature authority for actions and decisions that directly impact pay, status, and tenure of employees.
Decide, lead, and sign mid-year and yearly performance plans and ratings for supervised employees.
Resolve informal grievances, complete, and advise on corrective action and informal discipline.
Develop short-term and long-term tactical and programmatic plans for residence hall maintenance, including preventive and reactive maintenance.
Recommend budget and staffing patterns.
Develop training and safety programs.
Maintain, purchase, and distribute tools, parts, and equipment, as appropriate.
Supervise, support, and lead staff in developing solutions and outlining work plans for specified projects and/or maintenance functions, as required.
Provide oversight for all work completed within work unit.
Ensure work performed is done so accurately, safely, and within specifications and standards.
Instruct all reporting staff on job duties, including safety protocols and review job plans for safe work compliance.
Provide and demonstrate working trades techniques.
Support all in-house processes and coordinate work with other supervisors and positions.
Review and process material, equipment, and tool requests from supervised staff.
Determine schedules and coordinate the work of employees.
Determine staffing needs and assist in the hiring process for new and existing positions.
Ensure all new equipment has a preventive maintenance plan.
Maintain records of performed maintenance, preventive maintenance plans, and scheduled service in electronic software.
Coordinate with other staff to complete assigned work.
Percentage Of Time50
Job Duty CategoryPlanned/Unplanned Maintenance
Duty/Responsibility
Develop, implement, perform, and plan preventive maintenance programs for the following equipment: DDC and pneumatic building automation controls systems.
Install, maintain, program, repair, and trouble-shoot a variety of Building Automation Controls and other specialized equipment for electronic monitoring, network communication, measuring and overall operation of building automation system controllers, extension modules, network automation engines and a variety of different types of controls hardware across multiple operating system platforms from different manufactures and protocols.
Perform programing adjustments, calibrate, monitor and system updates by utilizing variety of proprietary software and platforms for Building Automation and Energy Management systems such as Innotech, Metasys, Samsung, Daikin, and Carrier as well as equipment specific and integrated local controls for proper equipment operation and preventive maintenance schedules.
Create, utilize and/or adjust many variations of controls programming concepts and tools such as flow diagrams, ladder logic, integrated configurations, calendars, time delays, PID loops, comparators, digital and analog user variables, logic calculation, switches, input, and output blocks, etc. to initiate, maintain and monitor event procedures for equipment operation. Organize this programming to operate automatically under various conditions and/or seasons.
Create, monitor, adjust and oversee Building Automation alarm systems and notifications distribution.
Create, monitor and/or modify end user graphics in different automation software displays and versions.
Install control and monitoring points and coordinate between field devices and automation software. Install low voltage wiring as needed and program as necessary.
Utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, electronic and mechanical measuring devices, and other specialized equipment in the performance of assigned tasks.
This position is required to access a variety of spaces not limited to: basements, tunnels, crawl spaces, attics, chases, and roofs using stairs, ladders, lifts, scaffolds and other means to service or inspect equipment.
Provides after-hours response support.
Perform and document equipment-programing modifications, alarm programing modifications. Inspections, equipment meter readings, test results, and work completed.
Prioritize future work necessary and prepare schedules for preventive maintenance using a variety of computer programs including, but not limited to maintenance work order inventory and ordering software, Excel, Work, etc.
Prepare quarterly reports and formalize requests for funding for current and future system maintenance and improvements.
Input data when new equipment is installed and delete information of obsolete equipment.
Coordinate and assist the work of University approved subcontractors to provide BAS and mechanical related services when outsource contracting is necessary due to expertise, schedule conflicts or internal labor shortages.
Prepare basic one-line plans and specifications, assist with coordination of documented quotes, follows project through to completion.
Trouble-shoot hydronic and steam heating systems throughout HDS buildings.
Percentage Of Time35
Job Duty CategoryParts, Tools, and Shop Upkeep
Duty/Responsibility
Maintains an adequate inventory of critical parts for equipment.
Request replacement parts using information from equipment cut sheets, blueprints, trade manuals and catalogs.
Provides written documentation of parts shortages and work in progress to supervisor.
Maintains and services emergency equipment such as gas-powered pumps and generators.
Moves, transports, stocks materials and tools necessary for the completion of tasks.
Maintains tools, vehicles, equipment, and materials in a professional manner to promote safe and efficient completion of tasks.
Percentage Of Time5
Job Duty CategoryCustomer Service/Special Duties/After Hours
Duty/Responsibility
Learn, apply and demonstrate how to enter personal living space with an awareness/enforcement of privacy and discretion for residents and guests, dealing with living habits, state of undress, shyness, etc.
Developing awareness/enforcement of student/guest behavior expectations, identifying “red flags” such as alcohol, drugs, fire alarms, unhealthy living conditions, etc. Remind the residents of personal safety (locking doors and windows, not to prop open exit doors, etc.)
Have appropriate social interactions with residents and guests and be aware of their personal space, using appropriate communication and providing programmatic support.
Clean up after construction projects.
Use Personal Protective Equipment and safety procedures for the above tasks.
Responds to plumbing and heating related emergencies, which may include on-site after-hours response in order to meet University, department or customer need.
Provides after hours remote equipment manipulation support.
Percentage Of Time5
Job Duty CategoryMeeting Attendance and Other Duties
Duty/Responsibility
Attend all required/recommended training/classes/seminars provided by HDS to accomplish the above, which include ethics, safety, diversity, communications, BBP and any applicable training in providing the best customer service, etc.
Develop professional skills and communication to effectively interact with live in residents and guests.
Attend all meetings, committees and department sponsored functions.
Enter work time and leave requests into designated software systems.
Comply with HDS Facilities Handbook, University Departmental Procedures and Policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time5
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
HDS is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. When you apply, rest assured that your application will be assessed by a person and will be considered based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Please visit us athttps://housing.colostate.edu/about/employment/to learn about the culture and benefits of joining Housing and Dining Services.
Moving Expenses may be provided to successful candidate.
The selected candidate may be eligible for a $2500 signing bonus.
To apply please provide a cover letter and resume. Please use your cover letter and responses to supplemental questions to align your applicable experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications.Please provide contact information for 3 professional references and references will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.The full consideration date is April 17, 2024 but the posting will be open until filled.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical - Successfully complete the WorkSteps evaluation., Valid Driver’s License, Essential Services Designation - May be required to report to work during campus closures and after-hours callouts as necessary, Shift Work - This position may be required to work extended shift hours and or a modified swing shift to meet departmental staffing requirements., On-call Status - Will be required to carry a communication device and serve On-Call on a rotating basis with other staff and be required to work overtime in response to afterhours service requests.
Search ContactAmy Mosser, amy.mosser@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Please provide how your HVAC experience is in alignment with this position. Include your experience with identifying maintenance risks on equipment, repairing and diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems.
- What strategies do you use to train new technicians on proper HVAC maintenance procedures?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents
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