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HVAC Controls Assistant Supervisor

University of North Carolina Wilmington
$60,377 - $64,689
paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Wilmington
Feb 28, 2025
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Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit 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.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.
As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy,and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.
Recruitment Range $60,377 - $64,689
Vacancy Number S02616
Position Title Facility Maint Supervisor
Working Title HVAC Controls Assistant Supervisor
Competency Level Journey
Home Department Physical Plant - 35210
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Physical Plant at UNCW is dedicated to maintaining the campus's buildings, grounds, and infrastructure to ensure a safe, reliable, clean, and attractive environment. Our departments include HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Landscaping, Housekeeping, Motor Pool, Food Services Maintenance, Carpentry, Painting and Roofing, Fire Alarm and Physical Security, and Access and Locksmith Services.
The HVAC Controls Department is responsible for the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of control systems that regulate the operation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning ( HVAC) systems in campus buildings and facilities.Our goal is to ensure that HVAC systems operate efficiently, providing optimal comfort, air quality, and energy efficiency while adhering to safety standards. The HVAC Controls Department handles the installation, configuration, maintenance, energy optimization, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems. It performs testing and commissioning, provides ongoing monitoring and maintenance of campus systems, and ensures compliance with safety checks and regulations.
College Facilities - 35200 College
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The HVAC Controls Assistant Supervisor is responsible for assisting in the overall leadership and management of all facilities related automation systems and oversight of campus-wide quality assurance for HVAC systems for the University. This position is critical to the energy management functions on campus and is a key component to the successful integration of University-wide controls integration programs such as the Campus Enterprise Automation Program and Smart Grid.
Responsibilities include:

  • Supports the strategic direction and daily oversight of integrated building automated management systems, including all front-end architecture of the web-based systems and all network integration.
  • Reviews the work of Control Technicians for accuracy and quality.
  • Represents Facilities in University level discussions, including master planning, smart building concept development and building commissioning initiatives.
  • Directs technical staff in the implementation of responsibilities and provides technical engineering expertise to other University staff.
  • Performs system analysis, improvement, scoping studies, front-end design work, and/or collaborates on designs with contractors and consultants on building control systems.
  • Analyzes building automation and control systems/data and recommends modifications to achieve better operation or energy efficiency.
  • Designs, develops, integrates and maintains multiple BAS controls systems to maximize efficiency and utilization
  • In collaboration with design engineers, contractors and facility staff, provides direction to standardize quality, system integration and functionality during construction of small and large projects
  • Supports the Controls Supervisor to maintain a cost-effective plan/program to update hardware/software of BAS control systems to facilitate usability and future expansion.


* This position has been designated as mandatory personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions, even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule. This position may assist in the removal of snow, ice or debris, as required.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in trade(s) areas assigned; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience

  • Facility operation and repair experience, including building automation and HVAC systems.
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills for commercial-grade HVAC systems as well as a thorough understanding of electronic building control system operating principles and best practices.

Required Certifications or licensure

  • Certification on (N4) Niagra and Spyder programming or equivalent certifications on other manufacture systems OR combined total of 10 years in building automation.
  • A valid NC driver's License is required within 30 days of hire.

FTE 1.0 (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year 12 Months
Work Days Monday-Friday occasional weekend and nights
Work Hours 7:00am - 4:00pm - on call as needed
Type of Position Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited
Position Number 8448
Job Posting Date 02/28/2025
Posting Close Date 03/13/2025
Number of Openings Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/35395
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