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
- 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.
- 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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