TEMP Trades Assistant

University of Virginia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia is seeking a dependable TEMP Trades Assistant to support the College at Wise maintenance team. The role involves assisting with skilled and trade-related tasks to keep university facilities functional, safe, and aligned with institutional needs.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, tool-assisted installation, and collaboration on renovations across multiple trades. No prior experience is required, and safety regulations including OSHA are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; no license required.
• No prior experience required for the role.
• Commitment to safety and following regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance, installation, and repair tasks across several trades.
• Assist in construction and renovation projects using hand and power tools.
• Follow safety rules and OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop familiarity with assigned trade skills and best practices.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Hand tool operation

Power tool use

Basic maintenance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and physically able individual for a TEMP Trades Assistant position at the University of Virginia’s College at Wise. The successful candidate will support the maintenance team by performing a variety of skilled and trade-related tasks, ensuring the university’s physical infrastructure and engineering systems remain functional, safe, and aligned with institutional needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance, installation, and repair tasks across several trades.
• Assist in construction and renovation projects, including the use of hand and power tools.
• Follow safety rules and procedures, including OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop familiarity with assigned trade skills and best practices.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• No licensure required.

Physical Demands

The role requires regular walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, and climbing ladders or stairs. Tasks include lifting and carrying various weights, repetitive motion for grasping, pulling, pushing, and operating hand and power tools. Work may occur in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions and environments.

Employee & Title IX Responsibilities

The employee will fulfill duties as a "responsible employee" under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, including reporting incidents of sexual violence and other misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator or appropriate school designee and acting in the authority to redress such violations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UVA Wise is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence, affordable access, and unwavering support of a collaborative and diverse community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.