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Department: Facilities Management
Immediate supervisor: Maintenance Manager
Position summary: This is a trades-level position with first-line supervisory responsibilities. It is expected that the Technical Trades Coordinator will evenly split their time at work between carrying out supervisory duties and performing trades- related tasks on campus. This individual oversees the daily operations of the College’s HVAC technicians, electricians, and plumbers. This individual also schedules and plans work assignments for these personnel, manages small to mid-level building projects and works with the Administrative and Custodial Services Manager to purchase the necessary supplies and equipment for these operations. The individual in this position will manage in a manner that builds a welcoming and inclusive culture, strives for continuous improvement, and supports the colleges climate action and sustainability goals.
Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision of HVAC technicians, electricians, and plumbers, including work assignments and work flow planning
• In cooperation with the Architectural Trades Coordinator, manage small multi-trade facilities projects
• Procurement of tools and equipment required by direct reports for efficient and competent performance of responsibilities
• Ensure excellent customer service to internal customers, both through communication, and building competency with direct reports
• Identification and procurement of training opportunities for direct reports
• Coordinate with the Administrative and Custodial Services Manager to maintain an adequate and cost-effective supplies inventory for Technical Trades employees
• Continuously monitor the job performance of direct reports and complete written annual performance evaluations for each employee
• Complete selected work orders and participate in project activities as necessary to maintain timely fulfillment of technical trades responsibilities
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager to maintain a current record of campus building conditions with proposed scheduling of major repairs and improvements
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School degree required
• Journeyman skilled trade, HVAC Technician preferred
• Advanced organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Basic financial and budgeting skills
• Ability to read and interpret electro-mechanical schematics and construction documents
• Ability to operate Direct Digital Controls
• A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts to support a sense of belonging for all and a working understanding, or willingness to learn, of current issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.
• A strong commitment to the delivery of high-quality customer services
• At least ten years of direct experience performing technical trades work with some level of supervisory responsibilities during part of that period
• Ability to maintain a positive supervisory relationship with employees
• Willingness to engage in continuous improvement of skills and department processes
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and a driving record in accord with College policy.
• College level coursework not required but would enhance performance of job responsibilities
• Committed to quality and customer service and to sustainable plant operations
• Physically able to perform all trades related tasks. See also “Physical Requirements” of the job.

Kalamazoo College_ is a selective, nationally known liberal arts college offering students a personalized, integrated undergraduate experience known as the K-Plan that interweaves a traditional liberal arts curriculum with individualized research and experiential educational experiences in both domestic and international settings. Founded in 1833, Kalamazoo College is one of 40 dynamic _Colleges That Change Lives, a group of 40 colleges that excel at developing potential, values and initiative, and provide the foundation for success beyond college. The campus is located midway between Chicago and Detroit in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a metropolitan community of 225,000 that supports four college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. Thirty-five miles from Lake Michigan, the area offers many opportunities for outdoor activities.
An equal opportunity employer, Kalamazoo College is committed to equal rights, equal opportunities, and equal protection under the law. The College administers its programs without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, height, weight, marital status, physical disability as protected by law, or sexual orientation. The College’s definition of sexual orientation proscribes discrimination based on a person’s sexuality, or gender identity, actual or presumed.

Job Type: Full-time

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