Trades Technician (00068)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Chesterfield Court House (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits

Health insurance

VRS participation

Leave & holidays

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Continuous learning

Wellness programs

Job summary

Brightpoint Community College is seeking a Trades Technician to maintain and repair campus facilities and building systems, including preventative maintenance, equipment inspection, and troubleshooting. The role uses CMMS to track work and maintain records and is designated as essential personnel.

The ideal candidate holds an HVAC journeyman license or equivalent, universal CFC certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months), and has strong knowledge of building systems, safety standards,

Qualifications

• Technical training or experience in facility maintenance and safety.
• HVAC journeyman or equivalent license with CFC cert within 12 months.
• Experience with computers, BAS, and CMMS systems.
• Knowledge of building HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair facilities and building systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Operate CMMS to track work and maintain records.
• Assist with building repairs, setups, and campus deliveries.

Skills

HVAC journeyman license

Universal CFC certification

BAS knowledge

CMMS experience

Preventive maintenance

Electrical/plumbing knowledge

Read operating manuals

Customer service

Education

Technical training in facilities maintenance

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Job description

Title: Trades Technician (00068)

Agency: Brightpoint Community College

Location: Chesterfield - 041

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Description

Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.

Brightpoint offers a robust benefits package, including:

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Brightpoint Community College invites applications for the position of Trades Technician at the Midlothian campus. This role performs work associated with college facilities to support and maintain a safe, comfortable, and attractive campus environment that is conducive to teaching and learning. The Trades Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities and related building systems, including preventative maintenance, equipment inspection, and troubleshooting. This role also assists with general building repairs, classroom and office setups, and campus deliveries. Maintains inventory of parts, materials, and supplies. Actively participates in safety training and inspections and utilizes a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track work and maintain records. This position is designated as Essential Personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical training, and/or experience in general facility maintenance, building systems and equipment repair, and workplace safety requirements.
• HVAC journeyman, or journeyman license in another trade, and universal CFC Certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Knowledge and professional experience utilizing personal computers, computer software, BAS, and computer maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of principles, materials, and methods of facility maintenance to include the installation, repair, and maintenance of building HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems and equipment.
• Ability to provide preventative maintenance services, diagnose, and repair all building systems and related equipment.
• Ability to use a variety of power, hand, and diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of current trends and developments in the field of facility maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret operating manuals. Knowledge of OSHA workplace safety standards.
• Ability to supervise and inspect the work of others and to establish priorities.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, outside vendors and department heads.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Ability to report to work as "essential" personnel within one hour of being called into work after hours and on holidays.
• Successful completion and passing of a background check.