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Utility Plant Operations Shift Supervisor

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

People & HR, Operations

Lincoln, NE, USA

Posted on Mar 19, 2026

Working Title	Utility Plant Operations Shift Supervisor
Department	UO Husker Energy & Power-12300
Requisition Number	S_260181
Posting Open Date	03/17/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)	04/01/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Description of Work	Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. We invest in our staff by offering fantastic benefits like vacation, sick, and holiday pay, a variety of insurance options, retirement plans, and numerous others. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year. As a Utility Plant Shift Supervisor, you will: Lead the operation of utility plant equipment on assigned shift, including chillers, boilers, thermal energy storage systems, and other auxiliary systems. Oversee the production and distribution of utilities and minor maintenance tasks across campus facilities. Provide supervision and operational support to staff and skilled operators. Review the performance of personnel, and provide ongoing feedback and performance evaluations. Collaborate with the leadership team to develop and implement strategies to optimize equipment operations. Contribute to long-term planning for equipment upgrades. Administer in-house commissioning of new equipment and retro-commissioning of existing equipment. Serve as project manager, coordinating and overseeing utility outages and emergency maintenance affecting campus utilities and facilities. Ensure compliance with safety standards and requirements. Enforce federal regulations governing environmental protection, handling of hazardous materials and hazardous waste, and the use of chemical substances and materials. Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and operational availability. Develop an operational understanding of all University utility facilities, including major plant equipment and components. Operate plant equipment either manually and/or through the plant control system interface. *This position schedule is 3rd shift and is on-call twenty-four hours a day, seven days per week, as needed to respond to emergency conditions, including staffing shortages that require continued operation of utility plant systems. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.
Minimum Required Qualifications	Associate’s degree in Energy Generation Operations or a related field, or equivalent of 2+ years of experience operating high-pressure boilers, centrifugal chillers, and/or related support systems in a comparable environment. 3+ years of progressively responsible utility plant experience or 5+ years without an applicable degree. Prior leadership experience. Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets, and email. Demonstrated ability to analyze problems, delegate work, and achieve results through others. Ability to work effectively in a professional environment. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications	Associate’s degree in Energy Generation Operations or a related field and 5+ years of experience operating high-pressure boilers, centrifugal chillers, and/or related support systems in a comparable environment. 5+ years of maintenance experience within a comparable plant environment. 2+ years of experience in a leadership role within a comparable plant environment. Experience with utility distribution system infrastructure, including underground utility locating and GIS software (after-hours response). Experience utilizing supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems such as WonderWare, Allen Bradley, or others. Proficient with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Maintenance knowledge of boiler and/or refrigeration equipment. Knowledge of state and local codes, including Electrical, Mechanical, OSHA boiler, and/or environmental codes. National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) boiler certification.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required	Yes
Physical Required	Yes
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.	No
Criminal History Background Check Required	Yes
Posted Salary	Salary commensurate with experience.
How to Apply	“Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.”
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact	Shea Kinnison, HR Assistant UO Engagement & Service Team uopeopleops@unl.edu
Job Category (old)	Managerial/Professional
Job Type	Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)	Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?	No
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