Senior Trades Technician: Housing Systems & Upkeep

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Educational benefits

Job summary

The University of Virginia Facilities Management is seeking a Senior Trades Utility Technician for the Housing Zone in Charlottesville, VA. The role supports a large portfolio of residential and program spaces and emphasizes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on trade work alongside journey-level staff.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, coordinating material needs, keeping records, and ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: A minimum of four years in at least one building trade (residential, commercial, higher-education or similar environments preferred).
• Licensure: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving history (2+ years).

Responsibilities

• Support zone mechanics and skilled trades staff with system maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and routine building care.
• Perform skilled tasks in one or more trades and semi-skilled tasks in others using proper tools and diagnostics.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and equipment documentation.
• Identify materials and equipment needed for jobs and help initiate purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate work records including time tickets, job requests, and AIM work orders.
• Follow OSHA and UVA safety requirements and use PPE as directed.
• Provide updates to building occupants and respond to questions in coordination with the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as needed to support Zone operations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Virginia Facilities Management is seeking a Senior Trades Utility Technician for the Housing Zone in Charlottesville, VA. The role supports a large portfolio of residential and program spaces and emphasizes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and hands-on trade work alongside journey-level staff.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, coordinating material needs, keeping records, and ensuring safety standards.