Campus Mechanical Trades Technician: Electrical & HVAC

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Empire Community College seeks a Mechanical Trades Technician to install, maintain, and repair electrical and plumbing systems across campus. You will assist electricians, read blueprints, and ensure compliance with safety and building codes. The role involves HVAC and BAS troubleshooting and preventive maintenance in a large institutional facility.

The position is full-time, non-telework eligible, and supports facilities operations essential to campus safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and repairing commercial building mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of electrical trade practices and safety standards.
• Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS).
• Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring and fixtures up to 600 volts.
• Assist electricians and perform preparatory work from sketches and blueprints.
• Pull wiring through conduit and install systems following codes.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and plumbing systems campus-wide.
• Use power and hand tools, measuring devices, and testing equipment for diagnostics.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing systems

Building automation systems

HVAC troubleshooting

Electrical codes

Tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Test equipment

Blueprint reading

Job description

Mountain Empire Community College seeks a Mechanical Trades Technician to install, maintain, and repair electrical and plumbing systems across campus. You will assist electricians, read blueprints, and ensure compliance with safety and building codes. The role involves HVAC and BAS troubleshooting and preventive maintenance in a large institutional facility.

The position is full-time, non-telework eligible, and supports facilities operations essential to campus safety and reliability.