HVAC Supervisor

Facilities Services is a unit in Campus Operations Division, which is a part of a broad division of Administration and Finance that includes all aspects of facilities management at East Carolina University. East Carolina University is the third largest university in the University of North Carolina system with approximately 28,000 FTS and a staff of over 6,000. The university is comprised of more than 7 million square feet of facilities located on approximately 1400 acres with physical assets in excess of $1.5 billion. This includes the Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses, and satellite locations throughout North Carolina associated with university programs. Facilities Services has an annual budget in excess of $30 million and employs approximately 500 FTE. Major functions include facilities maintenance and housekeeping services. Facilities Services' primary purpose is to plan and perform corrective and preventive maintenance functions on all building structures and equipment and utility infrastructure. Corrective maintenance returns equipment to optimal design performance after failure or upon degradation from age, adverse operation conditions, etc. Preventive maintenance minimizes equipment failures and reduces corrective maintenance.

The primary purpose of this position is to supervise HVAC Shop staff, maintain HVAC systems on the Main Campus, and provide good customer service. Supervisory duties include work assignment and prioritization, performance management/evaluation, training, recruitment, and various administrative duties. Makes hiring and salary recommendations. Ensures that work is done appropriately and safely in compliance with policies, protocols and other requirements. Ensures that appropriate preventive maintenance is provided for HVAC equipment via PM work orders generated by the computerized maintenance management system. Requests new or revised PMs as appropriate. Procures services and materials as needed while complying with all associated policies and procedures. Ensures that corrective work orders are responded to in a timely manner. Frequently interacts with the Controls Shop supervisor, campus customers, contractors, staff, and supervision to coordinate work and provide necessary communication. Troubleshoots HVAC issues and assists staff as needed. Proactively identifies HVAC equipment/system replacement needs and provides estimates/quotes for funding requests. These systems include central chiller plants, heating water boilers, hydronic systems, compressed air systems, and various types of building HVAC systems. Ensures adequate chemical water treatment as assigned. Manages small equipment replacement and maintenance projects as assigned in collaboration with customers, contractors, and other staff as needed. Develops, manages, and/or utilizes service contracts as assigned. Utilizes staffing, financial, and equipment resources in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Communicates with and provides input to supervision/management regarding budget needs and planning in a proactive manner. Reviews design documents, equipment submittals, etc., and provides input. Performs other duties as assigned by supervision. Responds to adverse weather or emergency events as a mandatory employee as defined by the Adverse Weather Policy. Operates ECU vehicles; must have valid driver's license.

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

None

* EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification

* Previous HVAC experience

* Previous supervisory experience or training

* Previous HVAC training (including controls)

Valid NC Driver's License.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.