MAJOR SYSTEMS SUPERVISOR-CHILLED WATER OPERATIONS
Reference: T238091
The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general
content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an
exhaustive statement of duties.
Job Summary
To supervise the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of UAB's chilled
water plants and distribution system. To provide leadership, technical
direction, and 24/7 operational oversight to ensure continuous service and
compliance with applicable standards. To oversee chilled water production,
systemmonitoring, alarm response, and operational adjustments while serving as
the subject matter expert for chilled water operations. To coordinate closely
with maintenance leadership to support planned maintenance, outages, repairs,
and uninterrupted chilled water service for campus and hospital customers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS TO INCLUDE:
Lead the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of chilled water plants
and the distribution system, directing equipment loading, system
pressures, temperatures, flows, and operating strategies to maintain
continuous service.
Supervise Central Plant Operators by assigning work, scheduling staff,
providing training, evaluating performance and ensuring compliance with
operational and safety standards.
Monitor plant operations through BAS, SCADA, and related systems; manage
and direct responses to CAMS alarms, outages, and emergencies; and
coordinate with maintenance and other trades to resolve operational
issues.
Oversee chilled water distribution operations, including valve alignments,
system isolation, startup/shutdown activities, restoration efforts, and
coordination of field operations.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, university policies, and
EH&S requirements while promoting a strong safety culture and adherence to
established procedures.
Manage operational records, reports, logs, payroll inputs, procurement
support, inspections, and performance metrics.
Coordinate operational support for projects, outages, commissioning, and
construction activities while communicating with campus departments,
contractors, and hospital stakeholders.
Evaluate operational performance and implement process improvements to
enhance system reliability, efficiency, and operator effectiveness.
Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Comprehensive knowledge of chilled water plant operations, including
chillers, cooling towers, pumps, distribution systems, water flow
management, operating setpoints, and control strategies
Ability to direct plant startup, shutdown, load management, alarm
response, system restoration, and outage coordination while making sound
operational decisions under pressure
Skilled in interpreting technical drawings, specifications, sequences of
operation, manufacturer documentation, and operational data to diagnose
issues and implement effective solutions
Knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS), SCADA, CMMS, and other
system monitoring tools used to oversee plant performance, analyze trends,
and support operational reporting
Thorough knowledge of EH&S requirements and safe operating practices,
including Confined Space Entry, Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), emergency
response procedures, and 5S principles
Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills with the
ability to supervise, mentor, evaluate, and develop staff while managing
multiple priorities in a 24/7 utility environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to
coordinate effectively with maintenance teams, contractors, campus
stakeholders, and customers during routine operations, outages, and
emergencies.
Starting Annual Rate: $63,875 - $103,800 (Commensurate with experience and
qualifications)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
and four (4) years of relevant experience required; or an associate's degree
in a related field and six (6) years of relevant experience; or completion
of an accredited technical or vocational program in a related field and seven
(7) years of relevant experience. Work experience may substitute for the
education requirement.
Licenses/Certifications/Registrations:
Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive
vehicles in performance of University business. Current underwriting
guidelines include possession a valid driver's license, issued in the United
States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience;
maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Master-level trade certification preferred (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC,
etc)
EPA Section 608 Technician Certification (Type II or Universal)
preferred.
OSHA 30-hour Certification or equivalent safety training (preferred).
PERSONAL:
Possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of
mechanical devices, to safely perform the duties and responsibilities of
this position to include:
Lifting and carrying a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
Perform tasks requiring climbing stairs, bending, stooping, crawling,
kneeling, pulling and/or pushing, and extensive walking significant
distances between and within buildings on campus.
Working in the rain and in unfavorable weather conditions, hot, cold, wet,
etc.
Working in confined spaces
Working within extreme temperature ranges
Incomplete job profiles will not be processed. Please be certain to
showcase depth and breadth of experience, as it relates to the needs of
this job announcement.
For more information about UAB Facilities, please visit:
https:// www. uab.edu/facilities/.
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