Facilities & Grounds Maintainer

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT)

Blacksburg (VA)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 24,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Virginia Tech seeks a Facilities Support staff member to maintain exterior spaces and support move-in/move-out operations. Responsibilities include repairing dispensers, cleaning HVAC vents, replacing air filters, and performing power washing and upholstery cleaning.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and responsive service across residence halls and dining venues. The position requires reliability, ability to work independently, and a willingness to help with upkeep and grounds tasks as

Qualifications

Experience providing maintenance, housekeeping, customer service, and logistics assistance to ensure a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
Workers may provide additional customer service support to the department as needed.
Experience with minor repair and maintenance skills.
Experience with landscaping and groundskeeping procedures.
Experience with cleaning equipment use and care.

Responsibilities

Provide generalist support for exterior spaces (e.g., volleyball courts, grills, weeds).
Support move-in/move-out materials setup, take-down, and inventory.
Repair or replace dispensers and clean HVAC vents and supply grills; replace air filters.
Perform power washing, carpet, and upholstery cleaning activities.