Coordinator, Utilities and Energy
Tarrant County College District
Title: Coordinator, Utilities and Energy
Department: DT Facilities Engineering
Campus Location: TCCD District Offices
Employee Classification: APT - Administrative
Position Type: FT - Regular
Grant Funded: No
Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $79,300; Commensurate with education and experience
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Job Summary:
This role is responsible for coordinating energy conservation, sustainability environment strategies, energy reporting, and commodities tracking.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Performance Requirements*
Coordinates energy conservation, sustainability environment strategies, energy reporting, and commodities tracking and facilitates detailed energy reporting, tracking consumption, electricity, natural gas, water, and sewer commodities
Maintains effective communications and cooperative working relationships with colleagues, customers, stakeholders, and partners
Observes safety regulations and participates in an ongoing safety-training programs to cover all aspects of the work performed by the department related to special projects
Conducts building audits and studies, coordinates energy tracking, performs statistical analysis for strategic planning and forecasting, establishes utility benchmarks, and outlines cost savings targets and objectives
Provides technical expertise in identification of operational performance improvements and implementation strategies
Analyzes and provides technical expertise in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, controls, water, wastewater, irrigation, building envelope, and lighting systems, to recommend improvement measures for equipment and components to minimize utility costs
Coordinates energy performance contracts, and commissioning objectives
Reviews and makes recommendations for changes and improvements for all repair, renovation, and construction projects to address engineering design standards to incorporate energy and sustainability elements
Assists Capital Planning and Project Management staff throughout the asset life cycle and provides technical assistance to the Facilities Operation Team on the proper operational methods and procedures for electrical, mechanical, and HVAC control systems
Provides ongoing leadership for contractors and other non-employees acting as a liaison between contractors, design consultants, and staff to ensure the implementation and completion of coordinated energy initiatives
Provides necessary reporting and filing of documentation to satisfy regulatory requirements on energy usage, evaluations, special funding, grants, and other means to achieve energy-saving and sustainable initiatives
Service Excellence
Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the Essential Performance Requirements*
Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the assigned department leadership
- Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years' working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements, or any equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or a closely related technical field
Current Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
Current certification or related training in MS SQL, MS Access, TMA, Datatel, AutoCAD, Arc-Info, ArcGIS, Adobe, Visio, lnlight and ROAM lighting controls, Reliable Controls, Andover Continuum, Schneider PME, BaseLine irrigation controls, BACNET, or Modbus protocols
At least one (1) year's working experience in higher education related to the Essential Performance Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Technical knowledge of utility and building system operations, with proficiencies in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, irrigation, control systems, distribution systems
Skilled in using computer applications with IT infrastructure and communication
Skilled in computerized systems such as databases, CMMS, CAD, GIS, typical office software, building automation, and utility monitoring/metering systems
Skilled in providing systems solutions in a compliance-oriented environment
Skilled in customer service and interpersonal relations
Ability to recommend innovative approaches for utility efficiency gains or cost savings
Ability to manage tasks under pressure while meeting tight deadlines, and managing multiple, complex projects simultaneously
Ability to influence managers and their respective reports
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance, and tolerate loud noises. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Accommodation/EEO Statement:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
To apply, please visit: https://careers.tccd.edu/jobs/coordinator-utilities-and-energy-district-texas-united-states
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