Utilities Mechanical Maintenance Manager

Requisition Id 14824

Overview:

We are seeking a Mechanical Utilities Maintenance Manager in the Facilities and Operations Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The position resides in the Utilities Division and will report to the Utilities Division Director. The Maintenance Manager will oversee preventative & corrective maintenance, upgrades, and regulatory/compliance activities of utility work centers. The position will work closely with the Mechanical Utilities Operations Manager to help ensure utility systems are operated safely, compliantly, reliably, and efficiently. The position requires strong leadership skills to foster a healthy workplace culture within Utilities and effective teamwork skills to build/strengthen relationship with all stakeholders across the laboratory.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Actively engaged with employee safety and health activities and programs.
• Serves as the division "owner" for assigned mechanical utilities systems and associated infrastructure (potable water, electricity, steam, chilled water, compressed air, wastewater, stormwater, and natural gas).
• Fosters an open and supportive staff working environment to build a healthy workplace culture without fear of retribution or reprisal.
• Implements and establishes staff performance goals; evaluates progress and feedback; addresses performance issues in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensures staff development to build effective succession plans.
• Ensures staff training and qualification requirements meet present and future needs.
• Leads and directs staff (line, matrix, and subcontract support) within the Mechanical Utilities Maintenance team.
• Supports the 24/7 operations team, as needed.
• Manages the safe, efficient, and cost-effective conduct of asset operations and maintenance.
• Promotes a safety culture resulting in a proactive safety environment.
• Ensures that assets are maintained and operated in accordance with applicable environmental, safety, health, and quality programs. Including, but not limited to the following programs:
  
  • Drinking Water Program - compliance sampling, reporting, and maintenance
  • Sanitary Sewer Program- compliance sampling, reporting, maintenance, and licensing
  • Environmental Air Program - compliance data collection, reporting, and maintenance
  • Storm Water Program - monitoring, maintenance and reporting
  • Other Programs - spoil management, NFPA, ASHRE, waste disposal, pipeline safety, excavation, etc.
• Develops and administers an Annual Work Plan that supports the Laboratory Strategic Facilities Plan and Laboratory Agenda as well as Utilities Division strategies and mission goals.
• With appropriate staff support, builds and works within the annual budget for Mechanical Utilities Maintenance.
• Establishes the necessary requirements for directing maintenance, modifications, or utility outage activities to preserve safety and environmental controls, and to minimize interruptions or negative impact on customers.
• Implements, monitors, and concurs with work controls, processes, permits and procedures for maintenance in support of Utility Operations.
• Serves as the Utilities Division Director delegate, as needed.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in mechanical engineering or other relevant engineering degree
• A minimum of 10 years of utility maintenance experience with a least three years of management/leadership experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An MS degree.
• Ability to build a healthy workplace culture.
• Dedication to provide quality customer service.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements:

• Q clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.
• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  

About ORNL:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.