Plumber/Steamfitter/HVAC/Millwright

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT); Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled individual to join their Facilities Operations team. This role involves performing essential tasks in mechanical trades, including plumbing and HVAC, ensuring the maintenance and installation of systems on campus. The ideal candidate will possess journeyman-level experience and a Virginia Journeyman’s License in relevant trades. The position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to service and excellence, where your skills will directly contribute to the comfort and functionality of university facilities. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we invite you to apply!

Qualifications

• Verifiable journeyman-level experience in mechanical installation and maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks in plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical trades for building maintenance.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC flow controls.

Skills

Journeyman-level experience

HVAC installation and repair

Plumbing skills

Blueprint reading

Record keeping

Teamwork and communication

Education

Virginia Journeyman’s License

Formal vocational education

Tools

AiM (HokieServ)

Job description

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Work type: Staff
Senior management: VP Facilities
Department: Facilities Operations
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Facilities / Skilled Trades

Job Description

Incumbent will perform tasks in the Mechanical trades (Plumbing, Steam fitting, HVAC, and Maintenance Millwright) in support of building maintenance/installation on the VT campus.

Required Qualifications

1. Verifiable journeyman-level experience in a large commercial or institutional setting in the mechanical installation, repair and maintenance practices.
2. Virginia Journeyman’s Licenses in one or more skilled trades including plumbing and/or HVAC; be able to obtain a license within 11 months of hire date or obtain a reciprocal license from another jurisdiction within 6 months of the date of hire.
3. Significant experience installing, troubleshooting and repairing HVAC flow controls.
4. Working knowledge of a variety of technical documents such as blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, specification records, and operating and maintenance manuals.
5. Record keeping experience such as processing work orders and/or tracking inventory.
6. Able to perform routine Plumbing/Mechanical, HVAC or Millwright tasks.
7. Ability to recognize and understand industry terminologies of multiple trades.
8. Ability to use a computer and keep accurate and complete records.
9. Ability to perform work with minimal margin of error and work independently with little or no supervision.
10. Ability to communicate effectively, work as an effective team member, and must have the ability to receive and execute instructions from the immediate supervisor and/or lead worker.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience in a commercial, construction, or educational settings.
2. Formal education.
3. Formal vocational education.
4. Customer service oriented.
5. A learning mindset.
6. Advanced knowledge of steam systems installation and repair.
7. Experience with an online work order system; for example, but not limited to: AiM (HokieServ).

Pay Band

3

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$49,000-$57,000

Review Date

April 28, 2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

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.

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

Advertised: April 21, 2025
Applications close: Open until filled