Under the broad direction of the Energy Services Director, the Energy Services Power Plant Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the cogeneration plant. The role requires a detailed focus on ensuring the production of electricity and thermal energy to meet the university's heating, cooling, and power requirements. As a cogeneration plant manager at UCLA, the job duties would encompass a range of responsibilities specific to managing a cogeneration facility within an educational institution.
Percentage of Time:
100
Shift Start:
7:00 am
Shift End:
4:00 pm
Qualifications for Position
26
Records
Qualifications
Required/Preferred
1. Demonstrated ability to operate a large cogeneration plant including working knowledge of all phases of electrical, steam and chilled water distribution.
Required
2. Oversee the day-to-day operation of the cogeneration plant, which involves coordinating the generation of electricity and the production of heat or steam. Monitor and adjust equipment, such as gas turbines, heat recovery steam generators, boilers, and distribution systems, to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.
Required
3. Prepare and manage the cogeneration plant's budget, including forecasting expenses, tracking costs, and evaluating financial performance. Identify cost-saving opportunities, such as fuel procurement strategies, equipment upgrades, and energy market optimization.
Required
4. Demonstrate strong negotiating and decision-making skills in dealing with challenges related to price setting, material acquisition, service and construction contracts, and employment agreements.
Required
5. Working knowledge of the relevant codes related to power plants.
Required
6. Working knowledge of steam generating and distribution equipment, i.e, high pressure steam boilers and piping auxiliaries and water treatment.
Required
7. Skill in modifying or adapting a building's mechanical systems for optimum efficiency and economy of operation.
Required
8. Utilize monitoring systems and data analysis tools to collect and analyze performance data of the cogeneration plant. Identify trends, evaluate operational metrics, and implement optimization strategies to enhance plant efficiency and performance.
Required
9. Ensure the cogeneration plant operates in compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives. Implement emission monitoring and control measures to minimize environmental impact.
Required
10. Skill in preparing written cost estimates for replacement, renewal, modification projects and budget status reports.
Required
11. Detailed knowledge of control theories that are used in practice to control HVAC equipment, steam generating and distribution equipment, chilled water manufacturing & distribution equipment, compressed air systems, vacuum systems, process water and heating systems.
Required
12. Regulatory Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to energy generation, emissions, and safety. Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory agencies, including emissions reporting and compliance documentation.
Required
13. Detailed knowledge of steam generating and distributing equipment, i.e., high pressure steam boilers and piping auxiliaries and water treatment.
Required
14. Knowledge of methods, tools, equipment and materials of the electrical, pipefitting, plumbing and sheet metal trades sufficient to direct work, evaluate progress and ensure craft work assignments meet stated standards.
Required
15. Skill in reading and interpreting technical documents or specifications related to mechanical air distribution systems, large capacity refrigeration systems, steam generating and distribution equipment, electrical, pipefitting, plumbing and sheet metal projects.
Required
16. Skill in managing all administrative and technical aspects of construction and mechanical alteration projects.
Required
17. Working knowledge of all phases of repair, construction and mechanical alteration work performed by skilled trades personnel.
Required
18. Working knowledge of all phases of feasibility, engineering, design and development phase of a structures mechanical distribution systems.
Required
19. Ability to write project specific plans to ensure the mechanical integrity of any distribution, large capacity refrigeration system.
Required
20. Skill in implementing and monitoring a quality control program sufficient to meet established specification in the performance of preventive maintenance and mechanical alteration projects.
Required
21. Ability to communicate effectively on a one-on-one basis or in group meetings to:

• obtain information
• explain policies, procedures, etc.
• persuade others to accept or adopt a specific opinion, actions, etc.

Required
22. Ability to organize information material and people in a systematic way in order to optimize efficiency and minimize duplication of effort in the process of completing projects.
Required
23. Working knowledge of construction trade practices, codes and safety requirement sufficient to prepare work scopes, budget and schedules; address project related delays or disruptions; and bring closure within stated timeframes and guidelines.
Required
24. Ability to read, interpret and draw conclusions from information generated by computerized reporting systems, tom monitor performance and trends, identify anomalies and ability to supervise all aspects of material handling to enhance productivity.
Required
25. 10 years of experience in managing power plants.
Required
26. Ability to work in various environmental conditions when conducting visual inspections of construction and operations, including areas containing noise, fumes and dust.
Required
Additional Posting Information
Bargaining Unit:
99-Policy Covered
Application Deadline:
02-17-2024
External Posting Date: