On-Site Facilities Technician: Building & Aquatics

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University is seeking a Trades Technician 3 to support the Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center facilities. You will assist with planning, staffing, and coordinating maintenance, repairs, and general service across mechanical, electrical, aquatics, and renovation projects.

You will help with housekeeping, grounds, and safety tasks, monitor equipment, and train aquatic staff on preventive maintenance procedures. A valid driver’s license and MVR review are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Carpentry: experience creating/modifying shelves, storage units and workstations.
• Painting: experience with painting, staining and varnishing a variety of surfaces.
• Electrical: experience replacing light fixtures, ballast, switches, and outlets; experience with electronic monitoring and energy management systems.
• Plumbing: experience with faucets, drains, toilets, and drinking fountains.
• General Maintenance: experience troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Pool Maintenance: experience with filtration systems and chemicals.
• Experience in formal preventive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of electronic monitoring and energy management systems.
• Knowledge of safety practices related to the work.
• Some knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, aquatic chemical and filtration systems, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate building maintenance.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and repairs of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Assess projects, prioritize work, and report discrepancies.
• Maintain systems according to schedules.
• Assist with maintenance of pool, spa, and related equipment.
• Monitor pools/spas operations and chemical handling.
• Train aquatic staff on preventative maintenance procedures.
• Support with equipment setup, movement, and events.
• Perform routine facility cleaning and grounds tasks.
• Coordinate with supervisors and vendors on repairs and facility needs.
• Review manuals and drawings to support maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain records and documentation of work orders and parts.

Skills

General maintenance

HVAC

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Preventive maintenance

Safety practices

Communication

Customer service

Ladder/climb

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED

Job description

George Mason University is seeking a Trades Technician 3 to support the Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center facilities. You will assist with planning, staffing, and coordinating maintenance, repairs, and general service across mechanical, electrical, aquatics, and renovation projects.

You will help with housekeeping, grounds, and safety tasks, monitor equipment, and train aquatic staff on preventive maintenance procedures. A valid driver’s license and MVR review are required.