Facility Maintenance Supervisor - #003052

Western Carolina University•Cullowhee, NC

42d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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).
Valid North Carolina driver's license
EPA Certification (Type I, II, III, or Universal Technician)

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of commercial HVAC experience
Comprehensive technical expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems
Strong mechanical aptitude
Excellent communication skills
Proven computer literacy
Previous supervision experience
Ability to work effectively as a team player

Responsibilities

Supervising personnel
Maintaining, repairing, and calibrating complex heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
Overseeing maintenance and repair of central heating and air conditioning systems
Managing ventilation and mechanical refrigeration equipment
Maintaining steam distribution and associated control systems
Daily schedule coordination
Safety management
Identifying equipment malfunctions
Developing precise repair procedures
Maintaining effective interdepartmental relationships
Coordinating complex maintenance operations

Benefits

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.

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