Salary : $76,172.50 - $102,696.36 Annually
Location : Costa Mesa, CA
Job Type: Classified Staff
Job Number: O-015-25
Division: Orange Coast College
Department: Admin/M&O
Opening Date: 11/21/2024
Closing Date: 12/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Definition (ON-CAMPUS - in-person position) IN-HOUSE ONLY: This position is open to internal permanent and temporary Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are not eligible to apply. If you are not a current active employee with CCCD, please do not apply at this time.Orange Coast College (OCC) is seeking equity-minded individuals for a classified employee role as an
Energy Management Specialist-HVAC under the Administrative Services Wing, as part of the Maintenance and Operations department.
About Orange Coast College (OCC)Orange Coast College's 164-acre campus is located in Costa Mesa just minutes from Southern California's beautiful beaches. Orange Coast College (OCC) was founded in 1947 with the mission to serve the educational needs of a diverse local and global community. The College empowers students to achieve their goals by providing high-quality, culturally responsive, and innovative programs and services through pathways leading to degrees, transfers, certificates, foundational skills, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The College promotes student development, learning, and equitable outcomes by fostering a respectful, inclusive, caring, and participatory campus climate of student engagement and academic inquiry.
OCC engages in a variety of professional development opportunities and partnerships so that we can serve disproportionately impacted groups. Student-centered activities that support OCC's mission include campus-wide student success projects funded by the Office of Student Equity; partnerships with local Hispanic Serving four-year institutions; active programs that work to improve the academic achievement of racially minoritized students, such as PUENTE and UMOJA; Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) and Disabled Student Program and Services (DSPS). Additionally, OCC is an officially designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and has an eligibility designation as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI).
D.E.I.A. - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-RacismThe Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College, Golden West College, and Coastline) continues strengthening our efforts around diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism. Orange Coast College is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible. We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) and will be actively listening, assessing, and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application, recruitment, and interview process.
- Orange Coast College - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Page
- Orange Coast College - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility Plan (DEIA)
Ideal candidates for this position share OCC's devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. We currently enroll 17,102 students, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations: 36% of OCC's students are Latinx, 2% are African-American, 25% are Asian, less than 1% Native American, 29% are White, and 5% are multiracial.
Orange Coast College Employee-Student Demographic InformationDirect Link: Department Specifics:Our Maintenance department ensures that all trades are responsive to campus community needs and coordinates all trades on special projects. Our Maintenance and Operations team has many years of experience in different trades and possesses expertise in maintenance and repair. Services from our department include:
- Electrical
- Carpentry
- Plumbing
- HVAC / Energy Management
- Custodial
- Grounds
- Painting
- Locksmith
- Pool Maintenance
- Access Control
- Event Support
The Maintenance and Operations Department's mission is to provide a safe, clean, attractive, energy-efficient, and self-sustainable environment for the students, faculty, staff, and the community. The Maintainance and Operations Department will provide a safe, clean, attractive campus environment that promotes learning, global awareness, personal development, and responsibility. Provide the infrastructure that ensures compliance, accountability, and long-term economic viability.
About different areas connected with the Maintenance and Operations department:SummaryPerforms a variety of advanced-skilled work in the design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of manual and computer-aided mechanical or industrial electrical systems, electrical controls, ventilation, air conditioning, and heating systems. Maintains efficient operation of the District's environmental control systems for heating, air conditioning and handling, and refrigeration.
Distinguishing Career FeaturesThe Energy Management Specialist - HVAC is a senior position in the maintenance series, requiring formal training and experience in HVAC/R, low voltage controls, mechanical systems, and computer-aided/ networked system controls. Advancement to this position is possible with four years' experience as an Energy Management associate or equivalent, compliance with all position qualifications, and the ability to perform all aspects of the position.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSpecific duties may vary among departments, divisions, and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following kinds of duties, as assigned:
- Maintains air handlers at optimal levels. Tightens, adjusts, repairs, replaces, and calibrates boilers, chillers, cooling towers, variable frequency drives, motor control contactors, pumps, etc. Performs tune-ups and preventative maintenance on chillers.
- Performs preventative maintenance on high-voltage switch gear, walk-in freezers, and cafeteria equipment, as they relate to HVAC or related equipment.
- Maintains and administers building energy management systems by using computer-aided controls, digital equipment controllers, data communications cabling, and other devices or functions that enhance energy utilization.
- Performs a variety of electrical repair and maintenance duties. Installs, adjusts, repairs, or replaces, motors, heaters, transformers, dampers, and other electrical apparatus. Operates electrical equipment.
- Operates, maintains, inspects, and repairs heating, air conditioning refrigeration, water treatment, co-generation, heat reclamation, thermal energy storage, ventilation, and air compressor equipment used with HVAC.
- Tests, adjusts, and calibrates boiler and air conditioning machinery and mechanical, electrical, and digital control instruments. Tests and, as required, chemically treats boiler, condenser, and cooling tower water, and water from other systems.
- Responds to reports of heating or cooling problems, suspicious odors, electrical problems, refrigeration problems, and other urgent situations. Maintains, inspects, diagnoses, and makes emergency repairs to natural gas, water, refrigeration, and air distribution systems.
- Analyzes energy conservation. Operates and programs the energy management system to optimize energy consumption while providing scheduled services to District facilities.
- Programs, monitors, and schedules multiple computerized energy management systems at various sites. Writes program utility blocks in global control modules to control application-specific devices.
- Reads, interprets, and maintains up-to-date blueprints, maps, schematic wiring diagrams, and specifications.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of indoor air quality standards and compliance requirements. Confers with others to recommend and evaluate heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and energy management infrastructure for new and remodeled facilities.
- Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
- Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 - Code of Professional Ethics.
Qualifications and Physical Demands Knowledge and Skills- The position requires in-depth knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, techniques, materials, tools, equipment, layouts, and set-ups used in HVAC/R systems and operations.
- Requires in-depth knowledge of electronics, including microprocessor operation, and digital controls.
- Requires working knowledge of energy management and conservation systems, including remote computer-aided access.
- Requires a basic knowledge of construction, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing concepts, practices, and techniques.
- Requires a thorough knowledge of the uses and purposes of general maintenance, hand, and power tools and equipment.
- Requires knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations in area of specialization.
- Requires sufficient math skills to record and compute detailed measurements and calculate load factors.
- Requires sufficient human relations skills to convey technical information to others and respond to customer requests.
Abilities- Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position at the journey level.
- Must be able to use and maintain all of the tools, equipment, and vehicles used during routine performance of duties.
- Requires the ability to plan, and schedule maintenance, and system operations to maximize energy efficiency while responding to the needs of customers.
- Requires the ability and initiative to independently develop methods and techniques in the interest of effectiveness and efficiency.
- Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions, maintain routine records, and interpret plans and specifications found in the area of specialization.
- Must be able to obtain the cooperation of and maintain harmonious relations with the employees in other departments contacted during routine performance of duties.
Physical Abilities- The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
- Essential functions will vary by position.
- As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.
Education and Experience and demonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) - The position may require an Associate's degree in Energy Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field or completion of a formal apprenticeship in a specialized trade (HVAC Service/Controls, Industrial Electrical, or Energy Management controls). Requires four years of experience at the journey level.
- Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.
AND- Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.
Licenses and Certificates- Requires a valid driver's license.
- Requires appropriate certification in the area of specialization for handling and recycling of refrigerants.
Working Conditions- Work is performed indoors and outdoors where significant health and safety considerations exist from physical labor and handling of materials.
Conditions of EmploymentIN-HOUSE ONLY: This position is open to internal permanent and temporary Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are not eligible to apply. If you are not a current active employee with CCCD, please do not apply at this time.- Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA at this time.
(ON-CAMPUS - in-person position)(IN-HOUSE ONLY) This is a permanent contract, general-funded, full-time (40 hours per week), 12-months per year classified position.The normal hours of work will be Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and/or weekends, if necessary, to meet the department's needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee.
(Salary Schedule: EE-119) - Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
- The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 )
- The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
Pay Philosophy:Through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, Coast Community College District delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur on July 1 of each year for all classified employees.
Application Requirements:The deadline to apply is
December 6, 2024. Application materials must be electronically submitted online at
http://www.cccd.edu/employment to be considered for employment.
Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail, and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).
A complete application packet includes:*Note: We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) and will be actively listening, assessing, and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application, recruitment, and interview process.- A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
- Responses to Supplemental Questions (please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank).
- A Cover Letter highlighting your experiences relevant to this position and addressing the minimum and essential qualifications, including yourdemonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility). (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
- A Current Resume of professional experience and educational background. (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
Submit an application online at: http://www.cccd.edu/employmentCoast Community College District - Human Resources
1370 Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or call 714.438.4716. Additional InformationSelection Procedure- All online applications received by the application deadline will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
- Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
- Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest committee evaluation will be invited to an interview.
- If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.
- During the interview, candidates may be asked to conduct a short oral demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic as well as participate in a writing exercise, or hands-on practical.
- Consideration will also be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs.
- The search committee will rate the candidate's responses to the interview questions, the demonstration/presentation, and the applicable writing exercises and/or hands-on practicals. Based on this rating, a number of candidates will be recommended to move forward and will be invited for a second-level interview.
- The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the final candidate. The district reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
- The campus President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
- The start date will be determined based on the needs of the campus and the conditions of employment as posted in the job announcement/recruitment.
- Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the College's recommendation for employment.
- The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve.
Employment Information- Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
- The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
- The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing equity and inclusion goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following before employment:- Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
- Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate's expense (Clearance must be received before the first day of employment).
- Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; AND
- Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.
Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline, Community College, . The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services, and student support services.
Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to the needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.
Coast Community College District Title IX:https://www.cccd.edu/employees/hr/title9/Pages/Staff-and-Faculty-Resources.aspxThis direct link
2024 Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety Reportis the 2024 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report for Coast Colleges. The crime statistics for calendar years 2021, 2022, and 2023 were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be provided from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions regarding the report.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and VisionWe know that the health of our employees and their families is a priority. That's why we offer extensive health care benefits to benefits-eligible employees. We offer the District's PPO plan as well as two HMO's, United Health Care and Kaiser Permanente. We also provide District-paid dental and vision insurance.
Benefits are available to regular permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week. Benefits are not available to temporary or short term employees.
District-paid Life InsuranceThe District provides Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance benefits, underwritten by ING. This District-paid benefit is equal to one time your annual salary and remains in effect until age 70.
District-paid Disability BenefitsCoast provides both short and long term disability benefits for eligible employees unable to work because of disability due to illness, injury, or maternity.
Voluntary PlansA variety of voluntary plans are offered through the District to benefits-eligible employees such as Long Term Care, Hyatt Legal, and Section 125 compliant flexible spending accounts.
Enrich Your ProfessionProfessional Development Programs
The District offers a variety of Professional Development programs for faculty and classified staff that encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework and conferences. We encourage lifelong learning that maintains and improves professional competencies, enhances career progression, and keeps our employees on the cutting edge of their profession.
Sabbatical LeavesFaculty members are encouraged to pursue professional growth leading to the development of increased competence and the improvement of instruction and/or redirection in their current teaching discipline. The District's sabbatical leave program is designed to assist in this pursuit and is available on a semester basis after completing six consecutive years of service.
Academic SenateThe Academic Senate is the governing body at each of our colleges for making recommendations to administration and to our Board of Trustees with respect to academic and professional matters. The Senate consists of elected faculty and has the responsibility for matters related to curriculum and general academic policy.
Time to RefuelVacation
Classified, contract staff earn vacation days commensurate with years of service. Classified Management and Administrators earn 22 days vacation per year.
Sick LeaveAll contract employees earn sick leave as outlined in the CA Education Code. Sick leave may be carried over from year-to-year and, upon retirement, unused sick leave may contribute to your PERS and STRS retiree benefit.
HolidaysThe District observes 21 paid holidays per year.
Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military LeaveCoast grants contract employees called to jury duty a leave of absence, without loss of pay, for the entire length of required service. Other available leaves include bereavement from 3-5 days and military leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state laws.
Great Expectations
Pension PlansThe District participates in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for contract employees. Non-contract employees participate in Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan for the first 1,000 hours of their employment.
Additionally, it is the policy of the Coast Community College District that contract employees who retire from the District with ten or more years of service be afforded the same group insurance benefits until 70 years of age. A Medicare Supplement or GAP plan is available to retirees and their spouses after age 70.
AnnuitiesThe District maintains a program whereby qualified employees may request through Payroll to have a portion of his or her salary deposited under a tax sheltered annuity plan or an approved deferred compensation plan.
Schools First Federal Credit UnionThe Schools First Federal Credit Union is a federally insured, full service, financial cooperative that is a not-for-profit organization. Earnings are used to benefit all members to provide a full range of financial services and offerings.
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I understand the active assessment of the required minimum qualification of demonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. and Anti-racism throughout the recruitment process in every phase and the commitment, importance, and focus Orange Coast College has to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility (D.E.I.A.), and Anti-racism.
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What does it mean to have a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism and how have your experiences prepared you to advance our institution's commitment to D.E.I.A.A (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, Anti-Racism)?
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How does your commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism guide your work, and why are DEIA and anti-racism significant in this Energy Management Specialist-HVAC role? Please provide examples.
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Please describe your experience with nationally recognized organizations such as EPA, HVAC excellence, Nate, STAR, or IHCI, particularly with commercial lighting, air conditioning, refrigeration, or environmental control systems.
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Please share your experience with digital environmental control systems, new refrigerants, EPA regulations, and high-efficiency technologies. Additionally, based on your knowledge, which refrigerants and technologies do you anticipate will play a major role in the future, and why?
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Share an example of a challenging issue you have encountered while working on a project. How did you troubleshoot the problem, and what solution did you implement to resolve it?
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Please describe a time when you had to meet a tight deadline. How did you manage your time and ensure the work was completed on schedule while maintaining quality?
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Walk us through your approach to creating a project plan for a new job or task. How do you assess the scope of the project, identify required materials, and estimate the time and resources needed for each phase?
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This is in-house-only recruitment: This position is open to internal permanent and temporary Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are NOT eligible to apply. If you are not a current employee with CCCD, please do not apply at this time.Are you currently employed by the Coast Community College District as an active employee?
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Provide your Employee ID #.
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I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following:1. A completed Coast Community College District Online Employment Application2. A current resume (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended)3. A cover letter (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended)4. Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses required as they willbe carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for aninterview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)
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