Position InformationGeneral Information
Position Number 009613
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Fire Protection Systems Maintenance Shop Supervisor
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule 7:30 am - 4:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.
Mandatory Position This position is designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, its incumbent is expected to reach the building as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions.
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Business Affairs
Department Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Location FM - Maintenance Operations
Salary Range $77,000-$85,000
Primary Purpose of Department Maintenance Operations maintains, repairs and operates all buildings, facility systems and infrastructure owned by the University.
Primary Purpose of Position This position supervises the maintenance, repair and operations of the fire alarm systems and fire sprinkler systems across the campus. It is critical to life safety and fire safety.
Summary of Position Responsibilities - Oversee and direct the operations of the shop.
- Adhere to and enforce University policies and procedures.
- Stay current with and enforce NFPA, AHJ, OSHA and other life, health and safety codes and guidelines.
- Develop and implement a preventive and predictive maintenance program for fire protection systems and equipment.
- Ensure all fire protection systems are operated and maintained within NFPA, AHJ, OSHA and other appropriate guidelines.
- Communicate organizational objectives, policies and procedures to staff and hold staff accountable.
- Promptly respond to emergencies, advise your superiors and call upon the resources required to resolve the situation.
- Maintain a detailed knowledge of the facilities, systems and equipment under your charge.
- Understand impact and implications of decisions on the organization and campus community, and act accordingly.
- Maintain and evaluate staffing levels, perform personnel evaluation, counseling and discipline.
- Review the quality, quantity and effectiveness of all employee's work.
- Provide guidance to staff. Prepare Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), policy and procedural documents as required to ensure the proper performance of duties unique to the unit.
- Maintain an ongoing training program that encompasses on the job training, classroom instruction, seminars, written directives and other methods.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Experience Graduation from a technical college with a major in air conditioning, heating and refrigeration technology, industrial maintenance technology or mechanical engineering technology and a minimum of four years progressive experience in facility maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience Graduation from a technical college with a major in fire alarm systems maintenance and operations and a minimum of 10 years progressive experience in fire protection systems or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses NFPA Fire Alarm ITM certification or equivalent.
Preferred Certifications/Licenses NICET Level IV Fire Alarm Systems and NICET Level II Water Based Systems Layout or NFPA Water-based Fire Protection System Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance certification or equivalent.
Special Notes to Applicants - The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- Do not write 'see resume' on your application when
completing the job duties section. - UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date 10/29/2026
Posting Close Date 11/15/2026
Open Until Filled No
Proposed Hire Date 11/30/2026
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