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20080698  
New  
BSL Head Engineer  
BSL Head Engineer  
11737  
$50,922 - $95,908  
475-Animal Health Research Fac  
Manages all building system operations for campus Biosafety Level 3 (3 - 3Ag) facilities and laboratories. This individual has supervisory responsibility over maintenance teams and budgets.  
 
* Prior supervisory experience is ideal.
* Previous experience with Biosafety Level laboratories is highly desirable.
* HVAC controls experience.  
* BS degree in engineering or engineering technology, preferably mechanical engineering.
* Direct or indirect experience in facility engineering with a working knowledge of HVAC systems and building electrical systems.
* Valid Georgia driver's license.  
* Knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering.
* Ability to understand, analyze, and use technical engineering documents to troubleshoot building systems and component problems.
* Knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems with in-depth knowledge of HVAC systems and controls.
* Ability to lead, plan, and supervise the work of craftsmen.
* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
* Ability to interpret and carry out complex oral and written instructions including the reading and interpretation of technical engineering documents.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with University faculty and staff.
* Ability to use standard office PC applications (word processing, database, spreadsheets, power point, etc.)  
* Primary duties are performed in an office environment, with some troubleshooting and systems/equipment diagnostic requirements requiring the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, etc to perform duties.
* Must be physically fit to perform duties in emergency situations wearing personal protective equipment and a respirator.
* Must be able to sit at a computer up to 8 hours a day, 5 days a week.
* Must be able to access University buildings.  
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday; will be required to be on-call for emergency call backs on a rotating schedule.  
05-08-2008  
Open Until Filled
Full-Time  
Regular  
Athens Area  
 
Job Duties
6 Records
% of Time Responsibility / Duty
40
Plans, coordinates, and supervises daily operation and maintenance activities of campus high-containment BSL facilities and laboratories. This includes scheduled and unscheduled system repair work and system modifications and alterations.
25
Assist the full time maintenance team in troubleshooting building systems and perform the maintenance and repair as needed.
15
Develops and implements specialized training programs for maintenance teams to safely perform activities in a BSL environment. Serves as primary trainer.
10
Prepares reports, makes presentations, and maintains documentation concerning BSL facility conditions, needs, system certification/re-certification, inspection, calibration, and other facility related matters.
5
Establishes 24/7 emergency response procedures in the event of failures and alarm conditions affecting BSL facilities and systems. On a rotating basis with other qualified individuals, serves as first responder to emergency situations in BSL facilities.
5
Keeps up to date on applicable BSL rules, regulations, procedures, and related new engineering practices; evaluates their application as it relates to the University, and incorporates new techniques to improve operations, safety and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Works with University Biosafety Officer to ensure compliance and safe operation of BSL labs.
 
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