Preventive Maintenance Lead — Facilities & PM Teams

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg (VA)

On-site

USD 76,000 - 93,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Virginia Tech is seeking a Manager of Preventative Maintenance to lead the Preventative Maintenance, Weekend Care Team, Air Quality Shop, and Athletics Region PM Team. The role emphasizes coordinating with building contacts, scheduling maintenance, and ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness across facilities.

Required are a Master license in electrical/plumbing/HVAC, a valid driver's license, and the ability to manage multi-trade teams.

Qualifications

Must hold a current master license in electrical, plumbing, or HVAC trades.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle daily.
Ability to perform routine plumbing/mechanical tasks and handle heavy objects up to 50+ pounds.
Ability to work in all weather conditions and potentially after-hours.
Experience supervising multi-craft trades and preventive maintenance environments.

Responsibilities

Developing priorities with shop supervisors to coordinate building contacts and schedule preventive maintenance.
Reviewing and supervising work assignments per SOPs.
Overseeing athletic region PM team and ensuring on-time, on-budget preventive maintenance.
Ensuring safety, quality, and cost in completed work orders.
Monitoring procurement and delivery of materials to job sites.
Providing technical guidance to Director and maintaining effective communication.