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Posting Number PG194910SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Facility Maintenance Supervisor
Anticipated Hiring Range $75,000 - $77,455
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Building Maintenance & Operations
About the Department
The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:
- Design & Construction
- Business Operations
- Campus Operations and Maintenance
- Campus Planning and Strategic Investment
Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.
Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Attain work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
The Facilities Maintenance Supervisor plays a key leadership role within the Building Maintenance and Operations unit, ensuring university facilities remain safe, functional, and well maintained. In this role, you will lead a skilled multi-craft maintenance team responsible for the repair, maintenance, and operational reliability of critical building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure.
This position combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, requiring someone who can effectively coordinate daily maintenance operations, troubleshoot complex building system issues, and guide staff in delivering high-quality work. The supervisor also collaborates with engineers, architects, and campus partners to support infrastructure planning and ensure facilities are maintained in accordance with building codes, industry standards, and university expectations. If you are a collaborative leader who enjoys solving complex facilities challenges, developing teams, and maintaining environments that support teaching, research, and campus life, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today to join our team and help maintain the facilities that power our campus community.
Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
- Lead and supervise a multi-craft maintenance team responsible for the comprehensive repair and upkeep of building facilities.
- Manage daily operations by assigning staff to specific tasks and projects based on priority and technical requirements.
- Determine staffing needs and evaluate the most efficient methods for long-term systems operations and maintenance.
- Direct workforce planning to ensure all facility maintenance goals are met consistently.
- Manage HVAC operations, including the installation, maintenance, and repair of air-conditioning, refrigeration systems, pneumatics, and automated controls.
- Oversee electrical systems, ensuring the proper maintenance and repair of switchgears, secondary electrical panels, branch circuits, motor starters, and switches.
- Direct plumbing maintenance, covering the repair and installation of water fixtures, drain lines, and complex piping systems.
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues across multiple trades to ensure minimal downtime for campus facilities.
- Perform regular inspections of ongoing work to ensure strict adherence to building codes, industry standards, and university requirements.
- Coordinate with technical personnel, including engineers and architects, on maintenance infrastructure planning and architectural plan reviews.
- Monitor project performance to ensure that all repairs and installations are completed with high-quality craftsmanship.
- Collaborate on infrastructure design to provide feedback on the maintainability and efficiency of future facility upgrades.
- Communicate effectively with staff, leadership, and campus stakeholders, while coordinating work across departments and clearly conveying expectations, priorities, and operational needs through both verbal and written communication.
Other Responsibilities
- Understands the necessity of adequate training and encourages their group’s participation in training.
- This position is designated as Essential 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 with snow and ice removal and/or providing direction for others during snow and ice removal.
- Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in the trade(s) areas assigned; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Supervisory experience in facilities operations and maintenance, including oversight of the repair and maintenance of mechanical systems, HVAC, chillers, steam and hot water systems, building automation/control systems, electrical distribution, and plumbing infrastructure.
- Considerable knowledge of the methods, processes, equipment, and materials used in the repair, operation, and maintenance of buildings, building utilities, and building mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, including experience coordinating multi-craft maintenance staff, prioritizing work assignments, and supporting employee development in a facilities or building operations environment.
- Working knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards, with the ability to ensure maintenance and repair activities are performed in compliance with applicable requirements.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, particularly when diagnosing complex mechanical or infrastructure issues that involve multiple building systems.
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Valid NCDL required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 03/20/2026
Earliest Close Date 03/26/2026
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Details
Position Number 00040564
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Facility Maintenance Supervisor
Position Classification Band Level Advanced
Position Classification Salary Range $38,285 - $94,709
Salary Grade Equivalency NC15
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University 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.
Job Posting Information
Posting Number PG194910SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Facility Maintenance Supervisor
Anticipated Hiring Range $75,000 - $77,455
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Building Maintenance & Operations
About the Department
The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:
- Design & Construction
- Business Operations
- Campus Operations and Maintenance
- Campus Planning and Strategic Investment
Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.
Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Programs
- Disability Plans
- Life Insurance
- Accident Plan
- Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
- 12 Holidays Each Year
- Tuition and Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Attain work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
The Facilities Maintenance Supervisor plays a key leadership role within the Building Maintenance and Operations unit, ensuring university facilities remain safe, functional, and well maintained. In this role, you will lead a skilled multi-craft maintenance team responsible for the repair, maintenance, and operational reliability of critical building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure.
This position combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, requiring someone who can effectively coordinate daily maintenance operations, troubleshoot complex building system issues, and guide staff in delivering high-quality work. The supervisor also collaborates with engineers, architects, and campus partners to support infrastructure planning and ensure facilities are maintained in accordance with building codes, industry standards, and university expectations. If you are a collaborative leader who enjoys solving complex facilities challenges, developing teams, and maintaining environments that support teaching, research, and campus life, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today to join our team and help maintain the facilities that power our campus community.
Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
- Lead and supervise a multi-craft maintenance team responsible for the comprehensive repair and upkeep of building facilities.
- Manage daily operations by assigning staff to specific tasks and projects based on priority and technical requirements.
- Determine staffing needs and evaluate the most efficient methods for long-term systems operations and maintenance.
- Direct workforce planning to ensure all facility maintenance goals are met consistently.
- Manage HVAC operations, including the installation, maintenance, and repair of air-conditioning, refrigeration systems, pneumatics, and automated controls.
- Oversee electrical systems, ensuring the proper maintenance and repair of switchgears, secondary electrical panels, branch circuits, motor starters, and switches.
- Direct plumbing maintenance, covering the repair and installation of water fixtures, drain lines, and complex piping systems.
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues across multiple trades to ensure minimal downtime for campus facilities.
- Perform regular inspections of ongoing work to ensure strict adherence to building codes, industry standards, and university requirements.
- Coordinate with technical personnel, including engineers and architects, on maintenance infrastructure planning and architectural plan reviews.
- Monitor project performance to ensure that all repairs and installations are completed with high-quality craftsmanship.
- Collaborate on infrastructure design to provide feedback on the maintainability and efficiency of future facility upgrades.
- Communicate effectively with staff, leadership, and campus stakeholders, while coordinating work across departments and clearly conveying expectations, priorities, and operational needs through both verbal and written communication.
Other Responsibilities
- Understands the necessity of adequate training and encourages their group’s participation in training.
- This position is designated as Essential 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 with snow and ice removal and/or providing direction for others during snow and ice removal.
- Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in the trade(s) areas assigned; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Supervisory experience in facilities operations and maintenance, including oversight of the repair and maintenance of mechanical systems, HVAC, chillers, steam and hot water systems, building automation/control systems, electrical distribution, and plumbing infrastructure.
- Considerable knowledge of the methods, processes, equipment, and materials used in the repair, operation, and maintenance of buildings, building utilities, and building mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, including experience coordinating multi-craft maintenance staff, prioritizing work assignments, and supporting employee development in a facilities or building operations environment.
- Working knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards, with the ability to ensure maintenance and repair activities are performed in compliance with applicable requirements.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, particularly when diagnosing complex mechanical or infrastructure issues that involve multiple building systems.
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Valid NCDL required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 03/20/2026
Earliest Close Date 03/26/2026
Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Details
Position Number 00040564
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Facility Maintenance Supervisor
Position Classification Band Level Advanced
Position Classification Salary Range $38,285 - $94,709
Salary Grade Equivalency NC15
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University 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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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in North Carolina State University Visa Sponsorship USA
Target research and faculty roles first
NC State's sponsorship activity is concentrated in research, engineering, and faculty positions. If you're in a STEM field or pursuing an academic career, these roles align most closely with the university's sponsorship history and hiring priorities.
Understand that universities follow a structured hiring calendar
NC State, like most universities, hires on an academic cycle. Faculty searches typically begin in fall for positions starting the following academic year. Applying early and tracking postings consistently gives you the best shot at sponsored roles.
Connect with NC State's Office of International Employment early
NC State has a dedicated international employment office that handles visa petitions. Reaching out before you receive an offer, to understand their process and timelines, signals professionalism and helps avoid last-minute surprises during onboarding.
Postdoctoral and research staff positions are strong entry points
Postdoc and research associate roles at NC State frequently come with sponsorship support. These positions offer a pathway to longer-term employment and, in some cases, employer-sponsored permanent residency through EB-2 or EB-3 classifications.
Filter for verified sponsors before you apply
Not every university posting clearly states whether sponsorship is available. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history and focus your applications on employers like NC State that have a demonstrated track record.
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Does North Carolina State University sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, NC State is an active H-1B sponsor. The university regularly files H-1B petitions for faculty, researchers, and specialized staff in technical and academic roles. As a large public research institution, it has significant experience managing the H-1B process through its Office of International Employment, which handles petitions on behalf of hiring departments.
Which visa types does North Carolina State University sponsor?
NC State sponsors a broad range of visa categories, including H-1B, E-3, TN, J-1, and Green Card pathways such as EB-2 and EB-3. The university also supports F-1 OPT and CPT for current students. This range makes NC State one of the more flexible academic employers for international candidates at different stages of their immigration journey.
Which departments or roles at NC State are most likely to sponsor visas?
Sponsorship is most common in STEM-heavy colleges such as Engineering, Computer Science, Agriculture and Life Sciences, and the Natural Sciences. Research faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and highly specialized staff roles in these areas account for the majority of NC State's visa activity. Administrative and general staff positions are less frequently sponsored.
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How do I approach the application process at NC State as an international candidate?
Apply through NC State's official careers portal and clearly indicate your visa status in your application materials. Once you move to the interview stage, ask the hiring department to confirm that sponsorship is available for the role before investing further time. NC State's Office of International Employment coordinates the petition process, so timelines from offer to visa approval can span several months, factor this into your planning.
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