Primary On-Site Manager (Whiteman AFB)

Company: Dawson
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: March 25, 2025

Job Description:

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community.Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe.Current job opportunities with DAWSON are posted here as they become available. Check back often for new positions!Mahalo for your interest in this role! Please see the full position description below and click Start Your Application when ready. For more information about DAWSON, please visit dawsonohana.com.Salary Range: $90,000-$104,000Job Title: On-Site Manager at Whiteman Airforce BasePosition Summary:The Steam Plant On-Site Manager has primary responsibility for the operation and maintenance of stationary engines, boilers, and mechanical equipment that provide steam heat for buildings and industrial processes throughout the installation. Ensures a safe and efficient operation of all steam and other related equipment in the boiler plant and the facility. The Steam Plant On-Site Manager will service a central steam plant (CSP) and associated equipment located at Whiteman AFB, MO.The Steam Plant On-Site Manager is responsible for all aspects of Operations and Maintenance, including supervision of personnel, of the Central Steam Plant (CSP) equipment and systems (air compressors, boilers, natural gas system and diesel fuel backup, pits, pumps, pump control stations and data transmission equipment within control boxes, hardware, mechanical equipment, valves, steam traps, piping, expansion joints, expansion loops, insulation, braces, etc) at the CSP, Whiteman AFB, MO. Works with and reports conditions to the client while complying with applicable local, state, and federal requirements, while meeting safety and quality performance requirements.Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily operation, repair and maintenance of steam generating systems and related equipment.
• Direct, monitor, and oversee staff necessary to execute all operations and maintenance requirements and quality control as described in the Statement of Work and in accordance with established regulatory requirements for the Central Utility Plant.
• Provide necessary on-site leadership skills to support team encountering unique operating or repair problems.
• Ensure operation of the plant in the most efficient manner.
• Tour areas, analyze reports, and begin developing solutions before problems escalate.
• Assist in performing quality audits.
• Direct the planning, scheduling, execution, and documentation of maintenance activities, planned and unplanned, in conjunction with the contract team.
• Utilize Johnson Controls' Metasys and Emerson's DeltaV (hardware and software) systems to monitor, maintain, and operate all plant equipment and systems.
• Adhere to quality control and site safety and health standards.
• Normal work is M-F, 7am-4pm, with 1hr recall. May work weekends or nights.
• Acts as Stationary Engineer in addition to supervisory duties assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Overall management of all CSP systems, sub-systems, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, staff training & oversight, scheduling, subcontractor management and all day-to-day activities.
  • Implement and manage the Quality Control Plan (QCP).
  • Ensure proper and appropriate test methods are used and observed that require QC Testing.
  • Perform inspections for each definable feature of work.
  • Document quality of work daily and submit the comprehensive Monthly Reports as required.
  • Where necessary, develop a "punch-list" of corrections needed prior to the final inspection.
  • Attend Pre-Final and Final Inspections.
  • Perform submittal review and approval.
  • Verify that delivered materials are compliant with the contract documents and submittals.
  • Maintain constant and transparent communication with the Gov't.
  • Attend and document all Quality Control (QC) meetings.
  • Directly supervises up to 10 employees.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
  • Develops performance standards, counsels employees on performance, and makes formal and informal performance appraisals.
  • Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Qualifications:
    • Licensed as a Stationary High Pressure Steam Engineer First Class.
    • Minimum of five years' experience in direct management, operations, and repair of high-pressure central heat/steam plants.
    • Minimum of three years' experience in water treatment corrosion control.
    • Minimum of two years' experience of building automation systems or boiler burner management controls.
    • Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM), or other like certifications are desirable.
    • Familiar with applicable HVAC, OSHA, NFPA/ASME, and ANSI/NEMA codes.
    • Capable of obtaining unescorted facility access through favorable completion of a background check.
    • Up to date on continuing education courses.
    • Competent in reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
    • Manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.
    • Knowledge of uniform building codes, fire codes, ADA, OSHA.
    • Must have excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills.
    • Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
    • Effectively work independently as well as part of a team.Physical Demand And Work Environment:
      • Frequently required to stand.
      • Frequently required to walk.
      • Frequently required to sit.
      • Occasionally required to enter "confined" spaces.
      • Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
      • Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
      • Continually required to talk or hear.
      • Occasionally required to use sense of smell.
      • Frequently work near moving mechanical parts.
      • Occasionally work in high, precarious places.
      • Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
      • Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
      • Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather).
      • While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
      • The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds.
      • Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.
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