Physical Plant Director
Plainfield, IN, US, 46168
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board:
The Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board is the governing body of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, located in Plainfield, Indiana. The Board is comprised of 17 members, who have been appointed by the governor. The board sets the requirements and criteria for the basic training of law enforcement officers throughout the State of Indiana, which became mandatory in 1972. The Indiana Law Enforcement Academy is a forward-focused academy dedicated to the development of law enforcement professionals. As Indiana’s center for law enforcement education, the academy sets and maintains the standard for law enforcement education in the state. We prepare law enforcement personnel for service through continuous and innovative training guided by clear values and respect.
Role Overview:
Following general administrative guidelines, you will be the authority for developing and implementing operations of the powerhouse, maintenance and utility functions at a state facility composed of many buildings and distribution systems. You will serve as the facility’s technical expert in areas of maintenance, construction, and physical plant engineering. You will receive technical assistance at your discretion. Work and decisions are reviewed for the attainment of objectives and compliance with policy.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential elements of the job duties:
- Direct the operation of the powerhouse in determining work priorities, planning maintenance, construction, and repairs to ensure safe and efficient generation and distribution of steam and water systems.
- Supervise water softening and water treatment plants, operation of sewage disposal plants and entire electrical and/or air conditioning system.
- Implement repairs, renovations, remodeling, or construction to improve powerhouse or for any facility construction jobs.
- Explain to the supervisors and the team changes in policies, programs, or objectives as well as use of new tools and equipment.
- Schedule deadlines and reviews progress and operation of each department.
- Develop training programs for all trades including specialty trades for the powerhouse and water and sewage plants and supervise the implementation of these programs.
- Coordinate and oversee the preventive maintenance program.
- Maintain inventory records, approve requisitions for supplies, equipment and tools and prepare budget recommendations.
- Ensure all safety standards are maintained as per Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.
- Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
- Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (HSE) required.
- Five (5) years of full-time experience in the operation and maintenance of steam generating plants; steam, water, sewage, and electrical distribution systems and general building maintenance plus Four (4) years’ experience as a supervisor in two or more of the above areas.
- Substitutions: Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering may substitute for the required experience, except for the supervisory experience, with a maximum substitution of three years.
- Thorough knowledge of safety standards to ensure efficient operation.
- Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, materials, and equipment used in all trades.
- Thorough knowledge of the methods involved in operation of all utility functions such as water softening and treatment, sewage disposal, air conditioning and electrical distribution.
- Thorough knowledge of facility and state personnel policies, rules, and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of and ability to plan, understand and interpret detailed plans, blueprints, and specifications.
- Ability to coordinate many separate maintenance, utility, and powerhouse activities into an efficient, effective operation.
- Ability to supervise, instruct, train, and direct the work of subordinates.
- Ability to maintain records and prepare a variety of reports and budget justifications.
- Ability to foresee problems, adjust, provide long or short-range plans and implementing preventive maintenance programs.
- Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
- Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
