Maintenance Operations - Logistics Specialist

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking a Logistics Specialist to support day-to-day logistics functions for residence halls and dining facilities. The role includes moving and storing assets, operating vehicles, and performing maintenance.

The ideal candidate should have logistics experience, be proficient with computers, possess strong communication skills, and maintain a valid driver’s license. Salary is $37,000 – $42,000, depending on experience, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with general logistics work or maintenance of commercial or institutional buildings.
• Experience with general furnishing repairs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance methods and safety practices.
• Experience processing work order reports/documentation.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Physical ability to lift and transport furnishings.
• Flexibility to work overtime and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day logistics functions for residence halls and dining facilities.
• Move and store departmental assets.
• Safely operate departmental vehicles.
• Inspect and maintain the departmental fleet.
• Assist with cabinet shop operations.
• Maintain furniture and upholstery.
• Provide overtime support during peak operational periods.

Skills

Logistics work experience

Maintenance of commercial buildings

Furnishing repairs

Knowledge of maintenance methods

Computer proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Safe driving practices

Physical ability to lift

Flexibility for overtime

Job description

Logistics Specialist – Student Affairs Facilities and Operations

As a member of the Student Affairs Facilities and Operations department, you will support the day‑to‑day logistics functions for residence halls, dining facilities, and student centers. Your responsibilities include:

• Moving and storing department assets such as student room, lounge, and office furnishings.
• Safely operating departmental vehicles, including box trucks and utility vehicles.
• Inspecting and performing light maintenance of the departmental fleet.
• Maintaining furniture and upholstery and handling cleaning tasks.
• Assisting with cabinet shop operations.
• Supporting maintenance operations logistics needs.
• Working independently and as a team while maintaining safe work practices in densely populated pedestrian and student environments.
• Demonstrating attention to detail, customer service, safe driving practices, and the care of university assets and equipment.
• Providing overtime support during peak operational periods or emergency situations that may result in student displacement.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience with general logistics work or maintenance of commercial or institutional buildings.
• Experience with general furnishing repairs, including diagnosing, repairing, cleaning, maintaining, and/or replacing furnishings and upholstery.
• Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance methods, materials, tools, procedures, and safety practices.
• Experience processing accurate work order reports/documentation and auditing/maintaining inventory.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and proven ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment in densely populated pedestrian and campus environments.
• Physical ability to safely lift, move, and transport furnishings, materials, and equipment.
• Flexibility to work some overtime and respond to after‑hours service calls when scheduled or in emergency situations.
• Availability to work weekend shifts occasionally due to student residency schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education, student housing, dining, or institutional facilities environments.
• Previous experience operating box trucks, utility vehicles, forklifts, or material handling equipment.
• Experience working with or understanding blueprints and specifications.

Pay & Benefits

Pay Band: 3

Salary: $37,000 – $42,000, commensurate with experience.

Overtime Status: Non‑Exempt – Eligible for overtime.

Appointment Type: Regular

Hours per Week: 40

Regular Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; some overtime possible. Will respond to after‑hours critical service calls when scheduled.

Additional Information

Applicants will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check. A safe driving record is mandatory. The successful candidate will be eligible for overtime during peak operational periods or emergencies.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity, or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. For inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at 540‑231‑2010.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Sarah Schuster at [e-mail] during regular business hours at least 10 business days before the event.