Facility Maintenance Supervisor

The NC State University Libraries supports and enables research and learning by providing collections, services, spaces, and technologies for the NC State community and its partners. The Libraries is committed to being a powerful competitive advantage for the university in every aspect of its mission, including attracting and retaining the best faculty and students and promoting their success. To that end, we foster a culture of creativity, belonging, and innovation. The library system consists of the D. H. Hill Jr. Library, the James B. Hunt Jr. Library, and branch libraries for design, natural resources, and veterinary medicine.

The Operations, Logistics, & Environments (OLE) department (9 staff members), provides building maintenance, operational support, resource management, and event/exhibit assistance for the D. H. Hill Jr. Library, James B. Hunt Jr. Library, and Administrative Services Annex (ASX), with some of these services extended to the three branch libraries (Design, Natural Resources, and Veterinary Medicine). Collectively, these library spaces welcome over 2.1 million visitors per year, and OLE staff ensure that they are always clean, safe, and well maintained.

Essential Job Duties

This position serves as the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor for the NC State University Libraries, including the physical facilities of the D.H. Hill Jr. Library, the James B. Hunt Jr. Library, and the Administrative Services Annex (ASX), to provide a safe, clean, well-maintained environment.

The Facility Maintenance Supervisor:

• Provides support, oversight, coordination, and supervision of repairs, maintenance, construction, renovation, and related projects.
• Performs skilled work.
• Supervises staff, leads work teams, participates in planning, and oversees the work of contractors in a variety of trades.
• Serves as security/access coordinator for building access.
• Advises on safety regulations and practices; reports or corrects problems.
• Provides and coordinates support for special events, exhibits, art installations, etc.
• Maintains records and documentation; produces reports.

Other Responsibilities

• 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.

Other Required Qualifications

• Ability to oversee and coordinate a wide variety of facility maintenance operational, diagnostic, and repair services
• Ability to prioritize activities and tasks and to communicate priorities to staff
• Ability to develop alternative plans to meet changing conditions and ensure timely project and task accomplishment
• Relevant customer service experience
• Ability to foster an environment of belonging and well-being
• Ability to engage and collaborate with a large organization and user community reflecting a variety of backgrounds and disciplines
• Ability to communicate clearly and knowledgeably
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in carpentry, minor sheetrock repair, painting, event setups, and office moves

Required License or Certification

• Valid driver's license required
• Valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No