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Posted: March 16, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Energy Distribution Ops Mgr

State of South Carolina

University of South Carolina

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

Not specified

Closes

April 28, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing the daily operations of a team that manages steam distribution and high-voltage electrical systems at the University of South Carolina's energy plant.

It requires leading technicians, ensuring smooth and safe energy delivery across campus, and handling maintenance and planning tasks.

A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in energy or building maintenance who enjoys supervising teams and solving technical problems in a university setting.

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma and 10 years of professional experience in specialized trades, building maintenance, or construction
  • Supervisory experience in an energy-related field or business
  • Thorough knowledge of large central steam and chilled water distribution systems, and HVAC mechanical systems
  • Working knowledge of high voltage systems and direct digital control (DDC) energy management systems
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including ability to interpret technical plans and reports
  • Demonstrated organizational, planning, scheduling, problem-solving, and teambuilding skills
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize work, assess employee training needs, and make fact-based decisions

Full Job Description

Energy Distribution Ops Mgr

Department: DAF Facilities Energy Plant

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state.

More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of the energy distribution steam crew and high voltage shop.

Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 10 years professional experience in a specialized trades area; or in diversified building or vehicle maintenance, or construction activity.

• Supervisory experience must be in an energy related field or business.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of application and practices for large central steam and chilled water distribution systems, and HVAC mechanical systems.

• Working knowledge of high voltage systems and equipment, working knowledge of direct digital control (DDC ) energy management systems.

• Must have the ability to write and interpret complex technical plans and reports; to communicate verbally and in writing and communicate effectively with management and other professionals.

• Demonstrated organizational, planning, and scheduling skills; Problem solving skills; Teambuilding skills and customer service skills.

• Ability to multitask and manage multiple and complex duties concurrently.

• Prioritize work activities in alignment with the department’s goals.

• Ability to meet time restrictions; Work within specific resource limitations.

• Assess training needs of employees with regards to energy best practices.

• Ability to make fact-based decisions.

• Ability to project a positive university image which encourages high morale and promotes confidence.

Job Close Date

04/27/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by April 27, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:


• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

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To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7001056

EEO Statement


The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/16/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/17/2026

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