"Planner/Scheduler"

Planner/Scheduler

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:
Planning, Design, and Project Management

Type:
Full-Time

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Department: 445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Are you someone who enjoys bringing order to complex projects? Do you take pride in keeping operations running smoothly and finding solutions when challenges arise? Are you excited about the chance to contribute to sustainability efforts while building your career?

As a Planner/Scheduler, you'll play a key role in keeping our operations organized and efficient. You'll coordinate and schedule maintenance activities across buildings, daily operations, and capital improvement projects. In this role, you'll collaborate with trade shops, help troubleshoot maintenance challenges, and conduct inspections to ensure our facilities meet the highest safety and operational standards.

This position also offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact. Depending on the work environment, you may contribute to innovative programs and projects focused on sustainable energy, helping us move toward a greener future while expanding your expertise in this vital area.

We are looking for an individual with excellent verbal communication skills to effectively interact with supervisors, colleagues, and the public. A key requirement is the ability to comprehend both verbal and written instructions related to all work assignments and essential safety procedures. The role also requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 90 pounds and perform necessary physical tasks such as squatting or bending, for instance when installing equipment like a motor on a floor-mounted pump.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and process work orders, material requests, and procurement for maintenance operations.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Journey and Contributing Planners.
• Monitor and review budget accounts in Wolf Reports, offering recommendations for financial planning and expenditures.
• Track and manage work order activity in AiM, ensuring accurate time tracking, billing, and status updates.
• Utilize Word, Excel, and Access to create reports, documents, and spreadsheets for project tracking and planning.
• Ensure the effectiveness of the work order management program by monitoring its progress and making necessary improvements.
• Track equipment, materials, and costs for projects while ensuring accurate billing through the AiM system.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Shop Supervisors, and Building Liaisons to schedule system shutdowns and meet project deadlines.
• Validate labor and material costs using AiM vendor contracts and university procurement resources.
• Oversee safety and health training schedules for trade shop employees, ensuring compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards and university safety protocols.
• Develop accurate estimates, create project timelines, and conduct inspections to ensure all work meets quality standards.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• This position has been designated as essential personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule. This position may assist with snow and ice removal under the direction of a supervisor

Minimum Experience/Education:

Associate's Degree in the assigned discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Some positions may require certification. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications:

• N/A

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be able to safely use various types of ladders (including fixed, A-frame, step, and extension) to access elevated or below-grade work areas
• Considerable knowledge of work methods, process techniques, resource requirements, and safety is considered necessary to complete the needed work or service
• Experience in one or more trades, such as HVAC, steam systems, plumbing, or electrical work.
• Experience in building and mechanical trades, working in facilities maintenance and operations

Required license or certification:

• Valid driver's license required
• North Carolina driver's license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained

Position Number: 00050397

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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