Facility Maintenance Supervisor

Appalachian State University; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Facility Maintenance Supervisor to manage maintenance operations across student residence halls. The role involves supervising tradespersons, coordinating projects, and ensuring safety and compliance within the facilities. Candidates should have a strong background in multiple trades, with proven leadership and communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and is essential for maintaining campus facilities.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school and two years of journeyman level experience.
• Experience in various trades related to facility maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervises maintenance mechanics and all HVAC for 18 residence halls.
• Manages preventative maintenance scheduling and work distribution.
• Coordinates warranty work and facility issues with students and staff.

Skills

Plumbing

Locksmith

Carpentry

Electrical

HVAC

Communication

Leadership

Project Coordination

Education

High School Diploma

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Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

Position Summary Information

Classification Title Facility Maintenance Supervisor

Working Title Maintenance Supervisor

Location Boone, NC

Job Category 7

Position Number 095991

Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

Department University Housing-Operations - 325100

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of high school and two years of experience in the performance of the full range of journeyman level tasks associated with the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA . Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License/Certification Required

Essential Job Functions

This position supervises four maintenance mechanics-mechanical trades and all HVAC for the 18 residence halls. This position coordinates warranty work and facility issues during the academic year with the public-private partnership halls, students, and staff. This position assigns all workers to the eighteen maintenance mechanics and four supervisors. Serves as the leader of maintenance area in the absence of the maintenance supervisor when needed. This position assists with the on-call schedule and coordination. The position manages preventative maintenance scheduling and work distribution from it. Position balances day-to-day operations, preventative maintenance, and long term planning.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required For This Position

• Skilled in multiple trades – Plumbing, Locksmith, Carpentry, Electrical, and HVAC
• Strong computer skills and ability to use technology
• Strong leadership and supervision skills
• Excellent communication (verbal and writing)
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, jobs, and tradespersons
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Certificate or licensure in locksmith, carpentry, GC, plumbing, HVAC

Type of Position Permanent Full-Time

Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type 1.0

Work Schedule/Hours

7:00am-4:00pm Monday through Friday, will also be required to work move in weekend each year. This position is subject to being called in for emergencies at any time. Will also be included in an after hour emergency call back rotation.

Number of Hours Per Week 40

Number of Months Per Year 12

Mandatory Staff Yes

Physical Demands of Position

Heavy lifting in excess of 50-100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, pushing, pulling, kneeing, extensive walking and working on ladders and scaffolding. Work environment will include dust, dirt and light fumes; must be able to wear a respirator.

Overall Competency Level Journey

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Range

Anticipated Hiring Range 55,448 - 58,528

Required Functional Competencies To Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Coordination-Work:

Identifies critical and less critical activities and tasks, develops timelines and milestones. Sets objectives and clearly prioritizes activities and tasks, adjusts priorities when appropriate. Allocates appropriate resources and time for completing own and other’s work; avoids scheduling conflicts.

Knowledge-Technical:

Routinely and consistently performs widely varying and broad, functionally diverse facility maintenance assignments requiring in-depth analysis and problem solving regarding the most complex, non-routine building systems, using advanced skills related to assigned trade area. Serves as a technical expert within the work unit. Guides, directs and coaches others regarding application and interpretation of technical issues. Applies and interprets technical knowledge to resolve unique or highly complex situations. Analyzes and researches appropriate solutions. Has a thorough and extensive understanding of programs, concepts and practices in the most complex mechanical systems trades area as well as a general understanding of one or more different trades areas.

Problem Solving:

Anticipates and proactively pursues facilities-related maintenance issues and/or problems. Recognizes inherent problems with procedures and practices and makes suggestions for improvement. May include management, peers, and subordinates in the decision-making process to gain the support and acceptance of all parties.

Safety and Health Compliance:

Regularly assesses safety conditions; identifies, communicates, and implements accident prevention and corrective measures in work related activities. Enforces appropriate post-emergency procedures. Anticipates safety issues and takes proactive steps to maximize safe operations and measure the effectiveness of action.

Communication:

Persuades and negotiates to build rapport when establishing goals and objectives for facilities maintenance projects. Assesses and weighs the impact of the message on the organization or customer, including regulatory implications. Advises and consults with others to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of codes, instructions, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, laws, etc., related to facilities maintenance.

Attention to Detail:

Checks and re-checks work of others considering accuracy with respect to standards and codes. Considers options and details that are not obvious. Troubleshoots total systems. Integrates highest quality control standards into work.

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 06/13/2025

Closing Date 06/22/2025

Competency Level Statement Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Search Chair Name Kerry Hines

Search Chair Email [e-mail]

Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)

Departmental Information

Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/51405

Posting Number 201502906P

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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