Physical Plant Supervisor

Building Maintenance - Electric


Search 2161 - Posted July 30, 2025

Emporia State University is currently accepting applicants for a Physical Plant Supervisor vacancy with our Electrical team located in Emporia, KS.


If you . . .

  • Are customer service oriented
  • Are known for your focus on safety
  • Have been recognized for taking a leadership role and your ability to communicate effectively

              . . . then put your skills and abilities to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, supervisory position.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure high quality service and work is provided to students, departmental staff and faculty, and visitors
  • Supervise benefits-eligible and student staff and oversee the electric shop
  • Train Facilities staff on electrical safety protocols and ensure safety protocols are followed
  • Navigate Outlook, WORD, EXCEL, and other technology
  • Provide training and team development to team members

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Requires a High School Diploma or GED
  • At least five years of supervisory experience in the electric power industry
  • Holds a Journeyman Electrician license in Kansas
  • Able to read construction documents
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
  • Current driver’s license

COMPENSATION:

  • Salary: $26.59 - $33.50 hourly
  • Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

  • Health Insurance
  • Free Dental insurance for employees
  • Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
  • Up to 31 days paid vacation and holidays
  • Sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
  • Dependent tuition waiver
  • For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here. 

APPLY:

To apply, upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references here.


Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.


A background check is required prior to hire.



For more information


Human Resources Department

humres@emporia.edu

(620) 341- 5379

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.