I&C, Programming & Operations Superintendent

ES CW-227310

Facilities and Skilled Trades

02/20/2026

03/05/2026

No

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

I&C, Programming & Operations Superintendent

EHRA Non-Faculty

20074722

NF0009549

Full-Time Permanent

1

40

North Carolina, US

03/30/2026

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The primary purpose of Chilled Water Systems is to produce and distribute chilled water to the various buildings on the University campus, as it is critical to the operations of the University for comfort cooling, process cooling, and dehumidification. Chilled Water Systems (CWS) is a department within Energy Services which is part of the Facilities Services Division.

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $7,500 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN TWELVE (12) MONTHS OF HIRE: $3,750 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $3,750 12-MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

The Instrumentation & Controls (I&C), Programming, and Operations Superintendent serves as a member of the Chilled Water Systems Management Team and is the subject matter expert for instrumentation, controls, automation, SCADA programming, and system operations across four central campus chiller plants and ten standalone locations serving 150+ buildings. This leadership role oversees daily operations, monitoring, alarming, and optimization of the chilled water system using VTScada/Citect, and supervises I&C technicians, Operators, and Programmers (X FTE direct reports and X indirect reports).

Key responsibilities include supervision, performance management, operations oversight, controls programming and change management, instrumentation calibration and maintenance, water-side/air-side optimization in coordination with plant production and distribution teams, budget planning, regulatory compliance, contractor oversight, and customer service. The Superintendent ensures safe, reliable, and efficient system performance while advancing automation and data integrity to support campus comfort cooling, process cooling, and dehumidification needs.

This position supervises 6 FTE.

Graduation from high school or equivalency and four (4) years’ experience in applicable Utility operations/maintenance, including three (3) years of supervisory experience to include formal performance management experience; or an equivalent combination of experience, training, and education.

* Mechanical, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering, or equivalent on-the-job experience and training.
* 5-8 years of experience in chilled water systems, HVAC, or industrial plant operations.
* Expertise in instrumentation, controls, and automation programming (PLC, SCADA, BAS).
* Strong leadership and supervisory experience with formal performance management.
* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
* Commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency.

* Experience in large-scale campus or district energy systems.
* Familiarity with Citect, VTScada, or similar automation platforms.
* Knowledge of chilled water distribution, pumping systems, thermal energy storage tanks, and free-cooling heat exchangers.
* Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), preferably MAXIMO.

This position is responsible for supporting continuous operation of the chilled water system (24/7-365 days including nights, weekends, and holidays). The position is Severe Weather Essential and Communicable Disease/Public Health Emergency Duty Mandatory; the employee must report to work during adverse weather, other university emergencies, and public health emergencies.
Environmental conditions vary from climate-controlled spaces to dusty, hot, humid, and cold environments, including mechanical rooms, chiller plants, cooling towers, control rooms, server rooms, and rooftops. This position may be required to enter confined spaces or hazardous environments (e.g., chilled water/steam tunnels and manholes) with temperatures that can exceed 130 F, using appropriate PPE per established procedures.
* Evening and night work occasionally; weekend work occasionally.
* Exposure to hazardous materials and conditions; respirator use as required.
* Valid NC Driver’s License.
* Ability to use ladders/stairs, lift/move 50+ pounds, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus, work on knees or with hands overhead for extended periods.
* Ability to estimate the amount and value of needed repairs and to requisition items not in stock and/or bid as necessary.

Not Applicable.

**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.
A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.