Facilities Maintenance Superintendent

Department : ES CG-227110

Career Area :

Facilities and Skilled Trades

Posting Open Date : 10 / 20 / 2025

Application Deadline :

11 / 03 / 2025

Open Until Filled : No

Position Type :

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title :

Facilities Maintenance Superintendent

Appointment Type : EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number : 20073426

Vacancy ID : NF0009352

Full Time / Part Time :

Full-Time Permanent

FTE : Hours per week :

40

Position Location : North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date :

11 / 03 / 2025

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The primary purpose of Cogeneration Systems is the generation of steam to the various buildings on the University campus and to the UNC Hospitals. Steam is critical to the operations of the University and UNC Hospitals. It is used for heating, cooling, domestic hot water, sterilization of surgical instrument, distilled water production, food preparation and dish washing. Cogeneration Systems also generates electricity as a byproduct of the steam generation. It can presently supply about 30 percent of the peak campus electrical load. Cogeneration Systems is part of UNC Energy Services.

Position Summary :

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $7,500 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN TWELVE (12) MONTHS OF HIRE : $3,750 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $3,750 12-MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

The Maintenance Superintendent serves as a member of the Cogeneration Systems Management Team and is a subject matter expert for steam distribution projects and maintenance. It is a leadership position that is responsible for the supervision of all mechanical maintenance groups within Cogeneration Systems organization (4 FTE direct reports and 23 indirect reports). This includes supervision, performance management, maintenance and equipment operations, budget planning, regulatory compliance, and customer service. This senior leadership position covers the following complex facilities : Cogeneration Facility, Manning Drive Steam Plant, the Steam Distribution System and Landfill Gas Generation. This position is to ensure there are adequate staffing levels in these groups, that they are capable and competent to meet the mechanical maintenance challenges for continued safe and reliable supply of steam and electricity to campus. Position will assist / initiate recruitment, hire, discipline, termination and evaluation of subordinate employees. Together with the respective supervisors the position will establish short- and long-term goals, budgetary needs, training needs and maintenance requirements for these groups. All maintenance – corrective PM, PdM and outage work is to be planned and coordinated with other Cogeneration Systems groups for the Cogeneration facility and Manning Drive Steam Plant and in the case of the steam distribution system, with the customers and contractors on campus. The maintenance and repairs are to ensure the continued safe and reliable operation of all plant and steam distribution equipment and systems. Further, the maintenance schedule and work quality needs to meet the Title V Air permit and other regulatory codes compliance standards. All maintenance work is to be documented in work management system (MAXIMO) with the appropriate details and oversight by this position.

This position works closely with the Cogeneration Business Manager, Warehouse Manager and Purchasing to obtain outside services, purchase spares and equipment repairs in accordance with the University’s purchasing policies. This position and its direct reports will be responsible for the oversight of the quality of the contractors work and the approvals of their invoices for payment. This position communicates with Engineers, Contractors, Customers, and others in the University daily. The position oversees the maintenance practices and will ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of this multi-million-dollar facility. This is a highly skilled maintenance management position in Cogeneration Systems and the Energy Services organization.

The primary purpose of Cogeneration Systems is the generation of steam to the various buildings on the University campus and to the UNC Hospitals. Steam is critical to the operations of the University and UNC Hospitals. It is used for heating, cooling, domestic hot water, sterilization of surgical instruments, distilled water production, food preparation and dish washing. Cogeneration Systems also generates electricity as a byproduct of steam generation. It can presently supply about 30 percent of the peak campus electrical load. Cogeneration Systems is part of UNC Energy Services.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in general facilities work; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Graduation from high school or equivalency and four (4) years’ experience in applicable Utility operations / maintenance, including three (3) years of supervisory experience to include formal performance management experience; or an equivalent combination of experience, training, and education.

Strong knowledge of cogeneration / power plant equipment, operations and systems : boilers, turbines, steam generation, steam distribution, and auxiliary equipment.

Working knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, and materials used in the performance of both general and complex maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery.

Working knowledge of the methods, principles, practices, and techniques used in the maintenance of a high-pressure steam distribution system.

Ability to prepare and maintain routine records and / or reports and present finding when requested.

Ability to manage budget, purchase requisitions, and / or contractor oversight

Knowledge and / or Skill in the use of acetylene and electric welding equipment for training.

Formal supervisory experience to include performance management, recruitment, training, etc.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

In addition to an office environment and required computer work, this position will work in varying environmental conditions for various lengths of time depending on the operational requirements for the facility / systems. This position may be required to enter confined spaces or hazardous environments with the appropriate PPE in accordance with established procedures.

Prefer extensive maintenance experience with a cogeneration and / or steam facility(s) and steam / water distribution system.

Special Physical / Mental Requirements :

This position is responsible for the support of continuous operation of the power plant (24 / 7-365 days to include nights, weekends and holidays).

This position is Severe Weather Essential and Communicable Disease / Public Health Emergency Duty Mandatory, as such the employee in this position must report to work during periods of adverse weather, other university emergency and / or a public health emergency.

The environmental conditions vary tremendously from air conditioning and heat to dusty, hot, humid and cold conditions. This position may be required to work in all conditions for various lengths of time depending on the operational requirements. This position will be required to enter confined spaces or hazardous environments to include steam tunnels with temperatures that can exceed 130 degrees. The appropriate PPE in accordance with established procedures and instructions will be required to be used.

This position requires : Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Night work occasionally, Respirator, general use, Shift work occasionally, Valid NC Drivers’ License and Weekend work occasionally.

Example : ladders / stairs, ability to lift / move 50+ pounds, ability to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus, working on knees for extended periods of time, working with hands overhead for extended periods of time.

Ability to estimate the amount and value of needed repairs and to requisition items not in stock and / or bid as necessary.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions :

• ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements :

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found https : / / oshr.nc.gov / policies / sign-and-retention-bonus-policy .