MEP Superintendent

MEP Superintendent

Salary

$38.58 - $42.15 Hourly

Location

Main Campus (BG), OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

BGSU02054

Division

Finance & Administration

Department

Energy Management

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Pay Grade

33

• Description
• Benefits

Summary

This position is responsible for supervisory and technical work involving the general maintenance and repair of building facilities or the operation, maintenance and repair of climate control equipment, electrical and plumbing systems in university facilities. This position is also responsible for planning, organizing, scheduling, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of employees and contractors engaged in complex activities relative to general maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities or the operation, repair and maintenance of large and small capacity heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment (climate control, BAS) and electrical and plumbing systems, including boiler systems. The employee serves as an intermediary between building maintenance work crews and/or contractor work crews and operating department representatives as to the status, quality, and completion date of on-going projects. Supervisory tasks include conducting performance evaluations, recommend hiring, and discipline administration for the employees/contractors supervised as well as laying out their work and checking work quality. Maintain accurate records, cost estimates and complete supply requisitions. Under general direction, the employee is required to exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in determining maintenance requirements and insuring timely completion of work projects.

Essential Functions

Essential/Primary Duties

• Responsible for the supervision of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boiler systems and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) contractors; interview and makes recommendation for the hiring of staff; makes recommendations on discipline and termination; establishes schedules and assigns tasks; monitors and evaluates performance; assists in enforcing policies and procedures; conducts training as necessary.
• Reviews work orders and blueprints or drawings; inspects site and consults with customers; determines best method to complete a project; estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to complete project; prepares cost estimates; arranges for materials to be at job site.
• Work as departmental liaison to for offering technical support and review of MEP operations and best practices Assists in the review of construction documents prepared by others. Assists with project oversight and compliance with Engineering Construction standards and Utility Master Plan coordination and related master planning efforts to support and implement university infrastructure and systems
• Approves purchase of equipment and supplies; review specification, proposals, and contracts; develops cost estimates and long-term MEP solutions. Maintains files, invoices, purchase order, quotes, and records and required documentation to reflect department activity; demonstrate proficiency in using a computer maintenance management system (CMMS) to enter service request.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies; works during inclement weather; and works to support various events on campus during non-business hours
• Perform related duties based on departmental need

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• Two to three years of related experience required; previous supervisory experience or training required

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the University's insurance

Additional Information

• Knowledge of basic science and scientific methods
• Knowledge of basic mathematical skills
• Knowledge of basic reading skills
• Ability to carry out verbal and/or written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and written
• Detailed-oriented and highly accurate
• Ability to work in changing environment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty and/or staff or the public and represent BGSU appropriately
• Ability to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities
• Knowledge of computer skills such as MS Office, presentations, spreadsheets and/or database entry/query
• Ability to query, run reports and modify data in financial systems
• Ability to access and maintain document imaging systems, including scanning and filing documents
• Ability to draft office correspondence
• Ability to operate hand and/or power tools appropriate to the trade
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by November 12, 2026.

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

• Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
• The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
• Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

• Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
• Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Benefits

Bowling Green State University provides a comprehensive benefit program as part of a total compensation package. This includes medical, prescription, dental, vision, health accounts (medical & dependent), life & disability insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance program and tuition fee waivers for employees and their eligible dependents as well as paid time off, flexible work options, holidays and parental leave. For more information, please visit Benefits-at-a-Glance.

Employer Bowling Green State University

Address 1851 N Research Drive

Huntington Building

Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403

Phone (419) 372-8421 Human Resources

(419) 372-2865 Student Employment

Website https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html