Engineering Services Manager

Company Description:

As a premier institution in agriculture and technology, SUNY Cobleskill calls all learners to grow, to sustain, and to renew the world and its citizens. The College acts as a reflection of, and a catalyst for, advancement in our fields. With an emphasis on applied learning and experiential education, SUNY Cobleskill prepares students for successful careers, advanced studies, and engaged citizenship.  

Founded in 1911, SUNY Cobleskill enrolls approximately 2000 students in 55 diverse majors. The campus sets the standard for applied education that extends theory into practice. SUNY Cobleskill is a community characterized by empathy, inclusivity, respect, personal growth, integrity, and a collaborative spirit fostering well-being and sustainable practices. We recognize and celebrate student, faculty and staff achievements. We take pride in our campus and encourage collaboration with our surrounding communities.

Our modern, 902-acre campus features outstanding educational facilities, including an equestrian center, 200-cow dairy facility, cold and warm water fish hatcheries, specialized classrooms and scientific laboratories, two state-of-the-art culinary arts teaching kitchens, child development and childcare centers, and an art gallery and graphic design center. 

Drawing on a rich academic tradition that spans more than 100 years, our purpose remains constant; to educate future entrepreneurs, scientists, thought leaders, artists, educators, and practitioners to contribute to the sustainability of a healthy and prosperous societal existence in concert with a robust environment. 

Job Description:

The Engineering Services Manager has overall responsibility for the main campus utility systems (natural gas, domestic water system, electrical distribution system, and steam system) and building-level systems (including heating, cooling, air handling, domestic water, building management systems, fire alarm systems, water tank level monitoring, energy metering, and any building control subsystems). Oversees and manages the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning/refrigeration department, steam heating plant operations and staff, central chiller systems, and underground heating and cooling distribution systems. Works in concert with the Energy Manager to manage utility usage, energy conservation, sustainability, and to meet any SUNY, New York State, and Federal guidelines and regulations. A significant aspect of this position will be to lead the training of staff to acquire the technical proficiencies needed now, as we progress toward a zero-carbon paradigm.

The Engineering Services Manager will:

• Provide leadership and management of Engineering Services staff and to ensure the proper operations, maintenance, and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and utility systems on the SUNY Cobleskill campus;
• Manage the campus energy management systems, monitoring temperatures, equipment, scheduling use, and shutdowns. Develops, and executes plans for improvement to control systems;
• Uphold the campus' values, mission, and strategic goals;
• Be a team-oriented member of the campus community and support a healthy workplace culture;
• Engage in and promote positive organizational behaviors;
• Assist Facilities Management in promoting sustainable design, renovation, and operation of campus facilities, including: green building design, renewable energy, green purchasing, energy and water efficiency, reducing pollutant emissions and discharges;
• Perform inspections of equipment and utility systems to determine repair, replacement, or energy efficient needs. Prioritizing needs in accordance to emergency, standard repair, or preventative maintenance;
• Ensure equipment and systems meet applicable current energy standards;
• Assist with initiating capital projects to improve energy conservation and sustainability from inception through completion;
• Review capital projects to ensure that proposed plans and specifications provide energy saving features while meeting the project goals;
• Utilize the AiM work order system for utilities related work, including small projects, coordinating multiple campus departmental work, ensuring continual operations, and minimize impact on the campus community;
• Provide guidance in efficient energy utilization, and cost controls;
• Assist in identifying and pursuing funding opportunity for energy conservation, and sustainability, working with the grant coordinator, NYSERDA, NYPA, and other agencies to identify matching fund opportunities;
• Maintain documentation, preparing, and submitting required reporting;
• Help to reduce the likelihood of significant disruption of utilities provided to campus, with round the clock responsiveness, providing assistance during mechanical failures; power outages, and other emergency conditions to restore the campus to normalcy.
• Work with faculty and academic programs to connect facilities energy, and sustainability initiatives with curricula.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• At lease an Associate degree in a mechanical or relevant science-related field.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience in HVAC-R, Electrical, and Plumbing Operations.
• Minimum of 3 years direct supervisory experience managing trades including HVAC-R, Heating Plant, Electrical or Plumbing.
• Experience in implementing technical training programs.
• Working knowledge of EPA Section 608 Technician Certification and EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC-R, Steam, Electrical, and Plumbing preventative maintenance, routine maintenance, operation management, best practices, sustainability, and BAS controls.
• Understanding of utility systems, operations, utility billing, energy use, and analysis.
• Experience and understanding with environmental regulatory requirements, reporting, and processes including, NYSERDA, NYPA, EPA, DEC, DEP, SEQR, OSHA/PESH.
• Experience in developing and adhering to budgets, schedules, and operational parameters. Establishing, implementing, and monitoring Standard Operational Procedures. Scheduling staff assignments to meet institutional demand.
• Experience and knowledge of environmental management policies, environmental sustainability, and energy conservation programs, including energy, water, and waste.
• Valid NY State Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the aforementioned minimum qualifications, it is preferred the candidate also have: 

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering or energy technology field
• EPA Universal CFC/HCFC Certification
• Experience in a higher education environment, or equivalent large institution

Additional Information:

• The salary range for the position is commensurate with experience (SL-4).
• This is a full-time, term, calendar year position.
• This position offers full New York State benefits which are some of the most comprehensive in the country.
• SUNY Cobleskill is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community for our students and employees. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the background check.
• This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

SUNY Cobleskill is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, and ensuring equal educational and employment opportunity and access to services, programs and activities without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, or any other legally protected status.  Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office at (518) 255-5514.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.  If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.   

SUNY Cobleskill's Tile IX Coordinator is Amanda Clark, who can be contacted via phone at 518-255-5445, email at clarkar@cobleskill.edu, or mailing address of SUNY Cobleskill,  Knapp Hall Room 123, Cobleskill, NY 12043.

Application Instructions:

The application review process will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. Priority is given to applications submitted by August 9, 2022.

A complete application consists of the following:

1. Letter of application, addressing qualifications, position responsibilities, and college values  
2. Current CV or Resume
3. Names, emails and phone numbers of at least three professional references, preferably former supervisors 

* To apply you must create an account and apply through this posting.

Apply Online