Maintenance Technician 1 in Alexandria

Energy Jobline ZR; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Theological Seminary is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support the repair, maintenance, and upgrading of seminary buildings and grounds onsite. You will work on carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical tasks, perform preventive maintenance, and assist on installation projects as required.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work from ladders or scaffolds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced course of study or certifications in carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or HVAC, desired.

Responsibilities

• Repair plumbing fixtures and piping.
• Perform basic wiring repairs and installations (switches, receptacles, plugs, circuit breakers, fuses, bulbs, ballasts, fixtures).
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment (lubricating, cleaning, servicing motors, pumps, valves, belts).
• Snow removal duties (plowing, shoveling, snowblower, sand/ice melt).
• Move furniture and set up equipment for events; groundskeeping tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Follow instructions

Blueprints/diagrams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Carpentry/Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC certifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Technician III, the Maintenance Technician I performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of seminary buildings and grounds to include work in the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical trades.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures and piping
• Snaking out clogged drains, toilets, sinks, etc.
• Perform basic wiring repairs and installation to include installing/replacing switches, receptacles, plugs, circuit breakers, fuses, bulbs, ballasts, light fixtures, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on equipment to include lubricating, cleaning and servicing of motors, pumps, valves, belts, etc.
• Change filters in all air handling and fan coil units
• Perform various structural type repairs to include light carpentry work, repairing/installing doors and hardware, patching holes in drywall, painting, etc.
• Drive to specified locations to pick up supplies, parts and/or equipment
• Assist on equipment installation projects
• Keep work area clean and safe
• Keep work vehicle and all tools neat and in order
• Various duties in the snow removal process to include but not be limited to plowing, shoveling, operating a snowblower, and spreading sand and ice melt
• Move furniture and set up equipment for various functions at the seminary, if needed
• Perform groundskeeping related duties, if needed
• Perform other related duties as required

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and follow directions
• Ability to follow diagrams and manufacturers’ manuals and blueprints
• Possession of a valid state motor vehicle operator license

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

• Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Advanced course of study or certifications in carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or HVAC, desired

Experience:

• Previous experience in the maintenance field with a well‑rounded background in all areas including structural/carpentry, electrical and mechanical

Administrative and Technological Skills:

• Basic computer skills (MS Office),

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Knowledge of tools and equipment used to perform required maintenance and repair tasks
• Lifting, Stooping, bending, working in tiring and uncomfortable positions and from ladders, scaffolds, and genie lift
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to climb extension ladders, scaffold and operate lift equipment on a regular basis
• Must be able to Lift, stoop, bend, stretch, walk, climb and work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time
• Standing moving for 6-8 hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed solely onsite.

Compensation commensurate with experience

Company Description

Virginia Theological Seminary is the largest of the accredited seminaries of the Episcopal Church. Founded in 1823, VTS prepares men and women from around the world for service in the Church, both as ordained and lay ministers. VTS offers a number of professional degree programs and diplomas, including a Master in Divinity (M.Div.), a Master of Arts, a Doctor of Ministry in Ministry, a Doctor of Ministry in Educational Leadership, a Doctor of Ministry in Christian Spirituality, and several non-degree programs. We are an Episcopal Seminary