Trades Technician – Maintenance Team- 2 Positions

Virginia Military Institute; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA is seeking full-time Trades Technicians for the Maintenance Team in the Physical Plant Department. Responsibilities span electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general facilities support, with on-call duties and non-standard hours to support events and emergencies.

The role requires experience across plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, a valid Virginia driver’s license, and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Valid Virginia driver's license and clean driving record.
• Experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work.
• Ability to work safely from heights and operate a power lift.
• Basic computer skills including iPad usage and work order systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and test electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and building systems.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of electrical conduits, wiring, panels, motors, outlets, switches, and lighting.
• Maintain water lines, pumps, water heaters, and plumbing fixtures for safe operation.
• Assist with boiler maintenance and steam line repairs.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergencies and events.
• Work weekends, evenings, and other non-standard hours as needed.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Driver's license

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Power lift

Computer skills

Job description

Pay Band: UG

Job Duties

VMI is accepting applications for full-time Trades Technicians on the Maintenance Team in the Physical Plant Department.

Responsibilities include:

• A multi-trade maintenance position with responsibilities across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, building maintenance, emergency response to include snow and ice removal, and general facilities support.
• Perform and/or assist with the installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of electrical conduit, wiring, panels, motors, outlets, switches, fixtures, and lighting systems, ensuring compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and operational standards.
• Perform and/or assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of water lines, circulating and pressure pumps, water fountains, water heaters, faucets, urinals, toilets, valves, and related plumbing systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Assist with boiler maintenance and steam line repair.
• Participate in an on-call rotation every third week as part of a maintenance team, responding promptly to facility emergencies, weather-related incidents, and natural disasters while serving as designated essential personnel.
• Work weekends, evenings, and other non-standard hours as needed to support institute events, facility operations, emergency responses, and critical maintenance activities.
• Maintain a professional, courteous, and customer-focused demeanor while interacting with coworkers, campus personnel, and the public, and uphold established standards for Physical Plant appearance, conduct, and workplace professionalism.
• Maintain compliance with workplace safety standards by attending required safety training, properly handling hazardous materials, and consistently using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment while performing maintenance and repair duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Good communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Adaptability
• Valid Virginia driver's license with clean driving record required
• Successful candidate must have experience and general knowledge in plumbing, electrical and carpentry work.
• Ability to work from heights and operate a power lift
• Computer skills – iPad and work order system

Additional Considerations

• Extensive experience in the maintenance field
• Trades License and/or certifications
• Computer skills

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note:: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer