Building Mechanical System Manager

Primary Responsibilities The Building Mechanical System (BMS) Manager provides direct leadership for the shop's 24‑hour, 365‑day operations. The position directly supervises the entire MEP shop, which consists of HVAC technicians, plumbers, and Multi‑Trades Chief III. The Manager will assign the staff to perform routine and emergency repairs throughout the facilities, covering systems including chilled water, domestic hot water, and steam. The position also oversees the department's after‑hours maintenance response operations ("Reflex Program") with six staff members participating, and reports to the Senior Manager of Facilities Maintenance. Physical Demands Work from ladders, lifts, or scaffolding; work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs. Work in hazardous or irritating environments and adverse weather or temperature conditions. Wear and work in personal protective equipment. Inspect work, which may involve bending, stooping, walking, and climbing. Assist with/lead snow removal activities, which may require using snow removal equipment (tractors, snow blowers, shovels), and working outside in cold weather for extended periods. Require extended hours/overtime work due to weather emergencies, scheduled openings and closings, and system changeovers. Submit annual Financial Disclosure information to the Maryland State Ethics Commission. Preferred Qualifications Driver’s license with less than 6 points is required. Experience in higher education or large‑scale housing or facilities maintenance is preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of and skills in methods and techniques used in general mechanical, structural, and maintenance trades. Thorough knowledge/skill in basic mathematics – volumes, areas, fractions, proportions, etc.; skill in use/maintenance of tools or equipment. Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, and specifications. OSHA‑30 preferred. IWMS experience, AssetWorks preferred. License/Certifications: CEFP certification preferred. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Three (3) years of facilities, operations, construction, or maintenance experience. One (1) year of experience leading or supervising professional staff. Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Knowledge of building systems and building operations requirements. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments. Conditions of Employment This position requires an onsite presence. May be able to work remotely one day per week or alternate schedule following a probationary period. Some evening and weekend work may be required. This position is an essential employee related to catastrophic, weather, or other emergencies and may be required to come to campus when the University is closed. Salary Range $102,979 to $123,574 EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Maryland