Facility Maintenance Supervisor - 003052

Facility Maintenance Supervisor - 003052

Western Carolina University

Department : Facilities Management

About WCU : Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers’ lists each year. Including :

• 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.
• 2024 – Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
• 2023 – Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes ‘America’s Best Midsize Employers’ list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
• 2022 – Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ list.

Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.

Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work / life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.

WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary : The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC.

The position serves as a senior HVAC maintenance supervisor responsible for comprehensive facility systems management, encompassing the supervision of personnel and advanced technical expertise in maintaining, repairing, and calibrating complex heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems across the university campus. The role requires overseeing maintenance and repair of central heating and air conditioning systems, managing ventilation and mechanical refrigeration equipment, and maintaining steam distribution and associated control systems.

The ideal candidate brings advanced technical knowledge spanning comprehensive refrigeration theory, electrical circuit troubleshooting, pneumatic and digital direct control (DDC) system operations, HVAC equipment maintenance practices, and steam system installation and maintenance techniques. Professional requirements include a valid North Carolina driver’s license and EPA Certification (Type I, II, III, or Universal Technician), complemented by critical skills in personnel supervision, daily schedule coordination, and safety management.

Beyond technical proficiency, the position demands exceptional diagnostic and communication capabilities, including the ability to identify equipment malfunctions, develop precise repair procedures, and maintain effective interdepartmental relationships.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling the supervisor to coordinate complex maintenance operations effectively. Operating during standard business hours from 7 AM to 3 : 30 PM, Monday through Friday, this position ensures comprehensive facility systems management and maintenance, bridging technical expertise with strategic organizational support.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position :

Minimum Qualifications : Interested candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment sponsorship or any immigration-related assistance.

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in trade(s) areas assigned; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Requires certification(s).

Preferred Qualifications : Preference will be given to candidates with 3-5 years of commercial HVAC experience, bringing comprehensive technical expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills, and proven computer literacy. Previous supervision experience is highly preferred, along with the ability to work effectively as a team player in a dynamic maintenance environment. Candidates should be adept at translating technical knowledge into practical, collaborative solutions for complex facility management challenges.

Position Type : Permanent Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants : Application materials must be submitted online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.

Please include a cover letter, current resume and a list of three professional references with complete contact information.

For questions or additional information please contact Adam Guffey at adguffey@email.wcu.edu

AA / EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

To apply, please visit : https : / / jobs.wcu.edu / postings / 32312

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