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.
Department: Facilities - 35200
Vacancy Number: TSP5706PST
Temp Position Type:
Job Category: Engineering & Architecture
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The Temporary Facilities Engineer will assist the Director of
Utilities and Engineering in supporting, implementing and managing
a comprehensive, campus-wide (or multi-facility) energy and
infrastructure management plan and provide knowledge of best
practices in engineering, and/or energy management for existing and
new facilities. These projects may include new buildings,
infrastructure improvements, major and minor renovations and whole
building modernizations.
The position will perform engineering skills to effectively
implement and manage design decisions and facilitate energy saving
campus-wide projects. Along with new buildings, work may include
infrastructure improvements, major and minor renovations and whole
building modernizations. The position will have responsibility for
facilitating reductions to meet mandated and desired requirements.
The position will work with university departments, as well as
State and Federal entities.
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:
- Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline; or equivalent
combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited
institutions.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills &
Experience:
- Work may require professional licensure or other certifications
from the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and
Surveyors.
- Qualification for professional licensing/registration
preferred, but not mandatory.
- Experience in design and operational strategies for reducing
energy consumption; and experience in developing, implementing and
managing a comprehensive, campus-wide (multi-facility) energy
management plan is preferred.
- Working knowledge of the principles and practices of
construction, including functional design, material, estimating,
construction techniques and general trade practices, and governing
codes and regulations.
- Ability to objectively review designs prepared by architects
and engineers, including the ability to read and understand plans
and specifications.
- Ability to estimate project-related costs.
- Ability to communicate technical subjects effectively, both
orally and in writing, and to establish and maintain effective
working relationships
- Ability to make presentations to all levels of faculty, staff,
students and outside groups.
Required Certifications or Licensure:
Valid NC Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 30
days.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
College/School Information:
Work Hours: 8am - 5pm
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week: 40
Type of Position:
Anticipated Hiring Range: $32 - $45/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants:
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern Standard
Time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration,
please be sure you have fully completed the entire
application,
Applications must be submitted through the online application
system to be considered.
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the
assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of
continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered
permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary
employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.
Job Posting Date: 08/11/2026
Job Closing Date: 11/15/2026
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.
Number of Openings: Multi-Positions
To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40442
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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