Maintenance Mechanic 4 (HVAC Supervisor

HVAC Supervisor

The Opportunity:

In our contemporary world, an HVAC supervisor performs arguably the most essential functions of trades work; ensuring all building spaces are properly and adequately conditioned. This position performs critical diagnostics, repair, and maintenance, and is also involved in forward-thinking capital project planning. The skillsets required for this position are a complex blend of educational and vocational training combined with soft skills such as cross-departmental planning and communication.

This position also serves as the primary lead and trainer of lower-level maintenance mechanics, ensuring the desired knowledge, skills, and traits are taught to employees. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position working 40 hours per week, onsite at the Mount Vernon campus.

The

Location:

Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe, and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events.

SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington. Mission:
Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities. Vision:
The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community; our guiding principles; decisions based on strategy and evidence; the development of our employees; and a diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

Guiding Principles:
Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration, and Compassion. About SVC:
Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's Vision statement; "Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities."

SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all. SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population.

As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity-minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply. Skagit Valley College offers an unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.

Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship. Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth. Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles. Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments. Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Maintenance Supervision

• Plans, organizes, and directs the work of maintenance mechanics engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing, heating, water, cooling, refrigeration, sewer, and fire suppression systems, steam distribution systems, commercial air-conditioning (environmental) equipment, air handling units, and pneumatic/electronic/electrical or mechanical control systems;
• Performs, trains, guides, and directs skilled HVAC work on such plant equipment as boilers, chillers, pumps, and controls.

Capital Planning and Projects

• Review specifications, blueprints, and submittals for capital planning and projects;
• Provide meaningful input and feedback for all capital planning documentation to align with sustainable and…