PLANT OPERATIONS MANAGER TEXAS A&M SPACE INSTITUTE

Position Title: PLANT OPERATIONS MANAGER TEXAS A&M SPACE INSTITUTE HOUSTON, TX  

SSC Services for Education  is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. 

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider . As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world. 

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email View email address on us.fitly.work. 

Job Summary

The Plant Operations Manager is responsible for managing and performing highly skilled technical operations and maintenance work in the installation, service, and repair of central plant and auxiliary heating and air-conditioning systems and related equipment, medium voltage electrical distribution gear, exterior low voltage distribution, and lighting, emergency generation systems, natural gas distribution, and supports other Physical Plant departments as needed. Responsibilities include the efficient operation and maintenance of the university’s utilities equipment, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of heating and air­conditioning systems, medium voltage electrical distribution gear, exterior low voltage distribution and lighting, emergency generation systems, natural gas distribution equipment, controls systems to operate the plant and supported facilities, and manage the assigned CMMS tool in use at the site. Responsible for training plant operators in equipment operations, safe work practices, and plant water treatment requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a healthcare or education environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Operates chill water and boiler plant.
• Inspects and examines heating/refrigeration and air-conditioning, chillers, boilers, air compressors, heat exchangers, medium and low voltage switchgear, and all auxiliary equipment to locate defects in operations.
• Manages the addition of or adds chemicals to boilers, cooling towers, chillers, etc.
• Monitors and updates the Energy Management Controls System.
• Manages or performs preventive maintenance, installs, inspects, troubleshoots, adjusts, repairs, and replaces rotating equipment (pumps, motors, etc., and associated units, parts, systems, etc.).
• Manages or performs Inspections and tests refrigeration systems, safety devices, and controls for efficiency of operation and compliance with safety practices, laws, and regulations.
• Troubleshoots and take necessary corrective action for major malfunctions and breakdowns of heating/refrigeration and air­ conditioning systems, pumps, air heating/refrigeration, and air conditioning units, coils, fans, subsystems, and component parts, steam systems, etc.
• Technical proficiency in control systems associated for the plant and surrounding infrastructure
• Management and control of work through site provided CMMS tool.
• Observes prescribed work and safety rules.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ten years of central plant or electrical distribution experience to include experience in a healthcare or educational environment.
• Job-related vocational training or other education may substitute on a yearly basis for the required experience or graduation from a certified technical/vocation school.
• Knowledge of and ability to supervise work on utility plant mechanical and electrical systems and components.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.

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SSC is a member of Compass Group USA.

Associates at  SSC are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.