Trades Technician (00068)

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Generous annual leave

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Wellness resources

Job summary

Brightpoint Community College invites applications for a Trades Technician at the Midlothian campus. The role supports campus facilities, maintaining safe and attractive environments for teaching and learning, including preventative maintenance and equipment inspection.

The position requires experience in facility maintenance, HVAC and related systems, and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather. Essential personnel duties apply with background screening.

Qualifications

• Technical training or experience in general facility maintenance and workplace safety.
• HVAC journeyman license or license in another trade with universal CFC certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Knowledge of facility maintenance principles across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read manuals and use power/hand tools.
• Ability to supervise and inspect others and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation, maintenance, and repair of campus facilities and building systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment; assist with general repairs and setups.
• Utilize CMMS to track work and maintain records; support safe campus operation.

Skills

Facility maintenance

HVAC

Electrical systems

Plumbing

OSHA safety

CMMS

BAS

Education

None

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Job description

Working Title Trades Technician (00068) Role Title Trades Technician III Role Code 79033-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 29000068 Agency Brightpoint Community College Division Brightpoint Community College (Div) Work Location Chesterfield - 041 Hiring Range $65,000 - $75,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 7-Skilled Craft Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm; as needed

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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.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required 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.

Additional Considerations

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

As required

All full-time classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.