Multi-Trade Facilities Technician (On-Call)

Virginia Military Institute; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA is seeking full-time Trades Technicians for the Maintenance Team in the Physical Plant Department. Responsibilities span electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general facilities support, with on-call duties and non-standard hours to support events and emergencies.

The role requires experience across plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, a valid Virginia driver’s license, and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Valid Virginia driver's license and clean driving record.
• Experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work.
• Ability to work safely from heights and operate a power lift.
• Basic computer skills including iPad usage and work order systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and test electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and building systems.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of electrical conduits, wiring, panels, motors, outlets, switches, and lighting.
• Maintain water lines, pumps, water heaters, and plumbing fixtures for safe operation.
• Assist with boiler maintenance and steam line repairs.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergencies and events.
• Work weekends, evenings, and other non-standard hours as needed.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Driver's license

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Power lift

Computer skills

Job description

Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA is seeking full-time Trades Technicians for the Maintenance Team in the Physical Plant Department. Responsibilities span electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general facilities support, with on-call duties and non-standard hours to support events and emergencies.

The role requires experience across plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, a valid Virginia driver’s license, and strong safety practices.