Electric Service Supervisor
Benefits of Working at UNCW:
At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a
clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and
strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision
and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and
collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful
contributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal North
Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community
with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here,
professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of
life—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and
professionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit
from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and
connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package
designed to support your health, financial well-being, and
professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and
retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities
within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and
wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at
work and in your personal life.
Recruitment Range: $70,300 - 78,159The salary range
advertised is the designated recruitment range for this
classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the
candidate's education, relevant experience, internal equity
alignment, and departmental budgetary parame
Vacancy Number: S02907
Competency Level: Advanced
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: Maintenance - 35213
Division:
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
The Physical Plant - Maintenance Unit provides oversight of
maintenance, repair and campus-wide installation of campus-wide
primary electrical system and the maintenance, repair and
installation of secondary distribution, equipment, lighting and
electrical fixtures.
College: 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.
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:
Electric Service Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and
navigating responsibility for Electrical Section
administration.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead in planning, scheduling, design, leadership, supervision,
training, and installation, maintenance and repair of secondary
electrical distribution systems, electrical equipment, lighting,
fixtures and related components.
Provide temporary installation of electrical power for public
and university functions throughout campus.
Submit purchase requisitions to ensure availability of
materials and equipment to support work.
Evaluate electrical products.
Standardize products and procedures.
Organize, train, and lead electrical crews to install and
maintain campus secondary electrical power distributions, facility
electrical devices and systems, university emergency generators and
other electrical powered systems.
Develop new and additional technology for life safety lighting
systems maintenance and compliance testing in critical science and
arts spaces.
Oversee interaction with the maintenance, design, repair and
installation of campus systems via in-house staffing and
service/installation/repair contractors.
- Generators
- Flywheel Uninterruptible Power Sources
- Battery Uninterruptible Power Sources
Oversee contractors maintaining High voltage electrical
distribution to support every critical University function directly
and indirectly.
Provide input to UNCW Utilities and Engineering Department,
engineers, and project managers for long-term planning for high
voltage resources to meet campus needs across campus.
Provide condition/issues reports and recommendations to
university design teams.
Participate in long-term planning for aged high voltage system,
requiring extensive renovations and repairs over the next 10
years.
Incorporate additional and new technology requiring development
of departmental resources.
Leadership:
- Identify and communicate staffing gaps in existing resources,
as well as gaps created by the extensive expansion over the
previous 5 years.
- Model and motivate based on a Facilities-wide developed
approach to issues.
- Prepare input and make critical decisions as conditions and
business needs change.
- Make specific salary recommendations for new and existing
positions within the Electrical Department as needed to meet the
demands of critical campus electrical systems.
Management: consider the business needs of Facilities, not just
Electrical, and provide input on capital/human resources.
Lead safety program objectives with employees, contractors,
subcontractors and third parties.
- Lock Out/Tag Out initiative.
* 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 delegate and personally
work with snow, ice and/or debris removal under the direction of a
supervisor.
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, Knowledge, Skills &
Experience:
- Ability to supervise the maintenance of high voltage primary
electrical systems via specialty contractor and service
providers.
- Possess exceptional electrical trade knowledge and skills.
- Three years of progressive experience in electrical
distribution and construction, general electrical maintenance, and
two years of electric-related supervisory experience; or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong working knowledge of National Electrical Code and NC
State Building Code.
- Ability to properly use and train on multimeters, ampmeters,
meggars, and other trade test equipment.
- Ability to oversee contractors installing wiring, conduit
installation, underground utility repair, splicing and terminating
up to 12,500 Volts.
- Ability to diagnose faults and perform/supervise corrective
repairs on secondary distribution wiring, transformers, switchgear,
main and sub-service panels, and complete building electrical
distribution wiring, conduits, fixtures, and lighting.
- Ability to review plans, monitor work, evaluate code and
standard applications, and inspect most electrical work performed
on campus.
- General knowledge of techniques and principles involved in
planning and budgeting for all electrical maintenance.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with administrative superiors and subordinate
employees.
- Develop processes and procedures to ensure work meets
applicable building/electrical codes at a minimum.
Required Certifications or Licensures:
A valid NC drivers license or be able to obtain one within 30 days
of employment.
FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 12 Months
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, and emergency & scheduled
overtime (Monday-Friday)
Type of Position: Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited:
Position Number: S02907
Job Posting Date: 08/25/2026
Posting Close Date: 09/08/2026
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
Advanced
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.
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.
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UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of his or her 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.
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