Electrical Utilities Supervisor / Skilled Trades Supervisor

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Work type:Support Staff
Pay Grade: 14
Major Administrative Unit / College: Infrastructure Planning And Facilities
Department: Ipf Maint Serv Electrical Area 40001040
Sub Area: APSA- Pro Supervisory
Salary: 89630.48 – 113310.83 Salary Commensurate
Location:East Lansing
Categories:Skilled Trades, Professional Supervisory- APSA, Full Time (90-100%), Union

Working/Functional Title

Electrical Utilities Supervisor

Position Summary

MSU Benefits – Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; Salary- $89,630.48 to $113,310.83 annually depending on experience.

This position will supervise the Electrical Utility Services area of Maintenance Services with direct supervision of skilled trades electricians; recruit, hire, evaluate, and train staff; administer the medium-voltage lineman merchant program (MJTS); administer the MSU Miss Dig team adhering to Public Act 174 Miss Dig 811; enforce university and departmental policies and procedures; resolve employee complaints and grievances; communicate with management to discuss projects, staffing, and resolve problems; work with administrators, unit business leaders and internal and external customers to discuss operations; work with union representatives to manage labor relations issues by discussing contract administration, inquiries, grievances and general information; manage a large and complex budget; assist in preparing departmental budgets and review financial projections and expenditures of funds; participate in long-range planning for departmental operations; participate and contribute to construction standard change process; respond to emergencies, inquiries and complaints from campus customers; inspect and assess problems, damage, and condition of campus facilities to facilitate repair and address safety concerns; estimate job requirements and costs; serve as a steward of university assets and resources. Must demonstrate a willingness to build good relationships through developing strong interpersonal skills to achieve objectives through mutual participation.
This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship. At IPF, we are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive culture; engaging and hiring a diverse workforce.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired from specialized training such as that acquired in one year of college, technical, vocational, trade or business school with coursework in the electrical trade; five years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in supervising operational activities related to building maintenance and repair of electrical systems, including electrical construction and a minimum of four years of experience with medium-voltage distribution systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; expert knowledge in NFPA 70, 70B, 70E, 101, 110, 111;  knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations, and the ability to use email and the Internet and mobile devices; possession of a state of Michigan Master Electrical License; may require possession of a Class A Commercial Driver’s License in the State of Michigan or ability to obtain one within 12 months; possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.  

Desired Qualifications

5+ years of knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems in buildings; 5+ years of experience with medium-voltage distribution systems; 5+ years of experience with life safety systems; experience with public act 174 Miss Dig 811.   Knowledge of facilities operations; knowledge of MSU policies and procedures; experience with labor relations practices; working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel); knowledge of FAMIS, PlanGrid, and EBS (SAP and Kuali); excellent customer relations skills; ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team; excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task yet give attention to detail with frequent interruptions; ability to handle confidential issues with complete discretion; self-starter who possesses good decision-making skills and demonstrated ability to follow-through; desire for continuous learning; meets MSU Standards for Safe Driving.
A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

RESUME REQUIRED

Work Hours

NON-STANDARD/VARIABLE WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work. During peak workloads, emergency events, etc, overtime may be necessary.

Website

www.ipf.msu.edu

Bidding Eligibility ends 1/23/2024 at 11:55 PM

Advertised:Jan 17, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:Jan 23, 2024 Eastern Standard Time