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Director of Maintenance Operations

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Jul 14, 2026

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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 resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	009502
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	Director of Maintenance Operations
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	This position primarily works standard business hours; however, the Director of Maintenance Operations is expected to maintain a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support 24/7 campus maintenance operations, emergency response, and planned outages.
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	Business Affairs
Department	Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Location	Facilities Operations Building (FOPS)
Salary Range	$115,000 - $130,000
Primary Purpose of Department	The mission of Facilities Management is to provide a quality learning, research, and living environment for the benefit of students, faculty, staff, and the community by planning, building, operating, and maintaining the campus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
Primary Purpose of Position	The Director of Maintenance Operations is responsible for overall leadership and comprehensive management of all campus maintenance and repair, ensuring excellence in quality, service, and support for the university community. The Director of Maintenance Reports to the Senior Director of Maintenance Operations & Engineering.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	This position is responsible for coordinating the delivery of essential facility maintenance functions while ensuring compliance with health, life safety, and building codes, recommending priorities for needed repairs and renovations, management and development of departmental budgets and building of a culture of maintenance excellence while maintaining a high level of care and concern for people. The director oversees all building maintenance and repair shops including heating and air conditioning, general trades, electrical, lock shop (including key and card access), plumbing, preventative and predictive maintenance, fire systems and in-house renovations. This role also manages maintenance operations at The Dubois Center in downtown Charlotte and the NCRC campus in Kannapolis. Direct the daily operation, maintenance, repair, and reliability of the University's infrastructure and building systems. Lead and develop a team of maintenance supervisors, managers, technicians, and facilities professionals to deliver safe, reliable, and customer-focused services. Oversee the work management process, establishing standards for work prioritization, scheduling, performance, and service delivery. Manage departmental resources, including operating budgets, staffing, and maintenance priorities, to achieve operational objectives. Support the implementation of maintenance, asset management, and infrastructure renewal strategies in coordination with Engineering and Asset Management. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and regulatory compliance throughout maintenance operations. Coordinate maintenance support for capital projects, infrastructure improvements, planned outages, and emergency response activities. Monitor operational performance using maintenance metrics, backlog management, and reliability indicators, and recommend improvements to enhance service and efficiency. Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and service providers to ensure quality work, regulatory compliance, and adherence to University standards. Provide operational leadership and technical guidance to ensure the reliable, efficient, and sustainable operation of the University's facilities and infrastructure.
Minimum Education/Experience	Bachelor's degree and six years of direct trade and/or engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years of leadership and/or supervisory experience in a technical field are required.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	Extensive knowledge and experience with building systems and maintenance operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building trades. Progressive leadership experience directing technical or maintenance organizations, with experience leading multidisciplinary teams, managing organizational change, and developing staff. Experience implementing maintenance best practices, including Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM), predictive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Experience supporting the day-to-day operation of a maintenance organization through work planning, resource management, budget oversight, performance monitoring, and coordination with engineering and asset management.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses	Valid Driver's License
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
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 resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date	07/14/2026
Posting Close Date	07/28/2026
Open Until Filled	No
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Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree and six years of direct trade and/or engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience?
- Yes, at least a bachelor's and six years of direct trade and/or engineering experience.
- Yes, an associate's degree and eight years of direct trade and/or engineering experience.
- Yes, a high school diploma and ten years of direct trade and/or engineering experience.
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Five years of leadership and/or supervisory experience in a technical field are required. Do you have this required experience?
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Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one before the first day of hire?
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- Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References

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