Mechanical Superintendent

State of North Carolina•2020 Yonkers Road Wake, NC

11d•$55,221 - $96,639•Remote

About The Position

The NC Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Mechanical Superintendent (M/C Supervisor III) with journeyman-level expertise in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems and related mechanical equipment. This role requires the ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and provide effective supervision of mechanical projects. Strong communication, collaboration, and coordination skills are essential, along with experience in mechanical construction, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, or civil utility systems. The position reports directly to the CAP Mechanical Construction Manager. The Mechanical Superintendent supervises and performs construction, maintenance, repair, and minor renovation work for facilities of varying complexity. This includes overseeing staff by planning and assigning work, providing training, interviewing candidates, and managing performance. The role involves making technical decisions across multiple trades, managing work orders, purchasing supplies, and maintaining inventory. Additionally, the position may support functions such as housekeeping, security, safety, grounds and vehicle maintenance, hazardous materials handling, cost estimating, planning, contractor oversight, and coordination with regulatory agencies. The role operates independently under general supervision, conducts regular facility inspections, ensures safety, and performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's degree in construction management, air conditioning, heating and refrigeration technology, industrial maintenance technology or mechanical engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive experience in construction or facility maintenance including two (2) years of supervisory experience in construction, maintenance and/or repair of buildings and facilities; OR High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and five (5) years of progressive experience in facility maintenance or construction including journey level experience in at least three (3) building or mechanical trades including two (2) years of supervisory experience in construction, maintenance and/or repair of buildings and facilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
May require current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman‑level expertise in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems and related mechanical equipment.
Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and provide effective supervision of mechanical projects.
Strong communication, collaboration, and coordination skills.
Experience in mechanical construction, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, or civil utility systems.
Experience in facility maintenance, fleet and warehouse management, food services, construction and renovation projects, and energy efficiency.
Knowledge of architectural and engineering support, sustainability, efficiency, and resiliency planning, construction, and maintenance services.
Experience ensuring all statewide Institutions and Facilities remain in compliance with building codes, regulations, and legislative mandates.
Experience promoting the agency’s rehabilitation and reentry goals through offender job training within the construction and maintenance trades.
Experience assisting institutions directly and indirectly with the installation and maintenance of kitchen, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and electronics equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise mechanical projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with plans and specifications.
Coordinate all mechanical trades and oversee project workflow to meet Critical Path Method schedule requirements.
Provide training and guidance to unskilled labor forces on mechanical trade skills.
Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and mechanical systems at a journeyman level.
Independently complete work assignments and support decision-making for project needs.