Trades Technician III

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Community College is seeking a Trades Technician III to support installation, maintenance and repair across multiple trades. The role involves hands-on work with tools, equipment, and materials on campus projects, requiring attention to safety and detail.

The position is full-time, with a nonexempt status and a competitive Virginia government hiring range of $52,987 to $71,532, plus benefits. Applicants should bring strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both

Qualifications

• Demonstrated maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Must hold a valid drivers license.
• Demonstrated experience using landscaping equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, etc.
• Demonstrated experience operating equipment such as bobcats, snow plows, tractors, etc. apprenticeship, certification or license in a dedicated trade such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC

Skills

Demonstrated maintenance experience

Ability to lift heavy objects

Must hold a valid driver's license

Landscaping equipment operation

Operate equipment such as bobcats, etc

Education

Apprenticeship or license in plumbing, electrical, HVAC

Job description

Title: Trades Technician III

Agency: Laurel Ridge Community College

Location: Frederick - 069

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $52,987.00 - $71,532.00.

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

For best consideration apply by: 11:59pm on September 6, 2026

Job Description

Laurel Ridge Community College is looking for a motivated and reliable Trades Technician who enjoys hands‑on work and takes pride in doing the job right. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work on a variety of tasks. In this role, candidates will work directly with tools, equipment, and materials to support installation, maintenance, and repair projects across a variety of trade disciplines. Candidates should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating attention to detail, safety awareness, and problem‑solving skills.

Classified: Compensation and Benefits

The hiring range for this position is $52,987.00 - $71,532.00. The position is classified staff and as such is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies. For more information, please visit www.dhrm.virginia.gov.

Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email [e-mail] for further information.

Sponsorship of an employee's work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non‑merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated maintenance experience
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Must hold a valid drivers license
• Demonstrated experience using landscaping equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, etc.
• Demonstrated experience operating equipment such as bobcats, snow plows, tractors, etc. apprenticeship, certification or license in a dedicated trade such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a variety of trades
• Demonstrated experience leading and completing a variety of projects
• Forklift certification
• Experience w/small engine/mechanical repair