Utility Services & Energy Management
Director: Tiger Funk
Non- Emergency Contact:
435-586-7888
funk@suu.edu
Emergency Contact:
435-865-8888
Mission & Vision
Mission
Our mission is to deliver excellence in customer service, mechanical systems operation and maintenance, as well as efficient delivery of utilities to campus. By doing so, we will contribute to the University’s mission to provide an exceptional educational environment which is functional, accessible, and beautiful.
Vision
The Utility Services division of Southern Utah University will act as a key component of Facilities Management by striving to be an example of efficiency and professionalism. Utility Services will continue to develop methods to maximize energy utilization and delivery while supporting the University’s academic endeavor.
Utility Services has responsibility for maintenance, management, and operation of the following services:
Power and Electrical Systems
- 15 KV electrical distribution system including transformers and metering
- Exterior lighting - walkways and parking lots
- Building lighting and power systems
- Emergency Generators
- Energy Conservation
- Solar Arrays
Campus Natural Gas Distribution System
- Maintenance and management of the campus natural gas distribution system and meters
Water and Sewer
- Water distribution piping from City meter to buildings
- Sewer collection system from buildings to City connections
- Building water and drain systems
- Building water heaters and boilers
- Building plumbing fixtures
- Campus storm drain and surface drainage and collection system
- Campus fire line piping and hydrants
Building Mechanical Systems
- Fire Alarm and Supression Systems
- Heating and cooling systems
- Temperature control
- Refrigeration and food service equipment
- Elevators
- Maintenance of telephone cabling systems
- Maintenance and repair of Campus Emergency "Blue Light" stations and tunnel call boxes
Event Sound and Lighting Systems
- Sound system setup, operation, and support for Campus events
- Operation and maintenance of Centrum lighting system
Central Heat Plant
- Production of Steam for all central Campus buildings - including residence halls
- Maintenance of campus tunnel system and emergency tunnel exits
- Maintenance and repair of steam and condensate distribution system
Employee Spotlights:
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Need help?
Call 865-8888 (x 8888)