Trades Technician - Maintenance Team- 2 Positions

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Military Institute is seeking Trades Technicians for the Maintenance Team in the Physical Plant Department. This full-time role covers electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general facilities support to ensure safe, reliable operations on campus.

The successful candidate will perform installations, maintenance, and repairs while adhering to safety standards and codes. Weekend/evening work may be required to support events and critical maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Adaptability.
• Computer skills – iPad and work order system.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance across electrical, plumbing and carpentry, and building systems.
• Install, maintain, repair electrical wiring, panels, lighting and fixtures per codes.
• Maintain water lines, pumps, fixtures and plumbing systems for safe operation.
• Assist boiler maintenance and steam line repair.
• Respond to facility emergencies; on-call rotation every third week.
• Work weekends/evenings as needed for events and operations.

Skills

Good communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Tools

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Job description

Title: Trades Technician - Maintenance Team- 2 Positions

State Role Title:

Hiring Range: $45,000 plus Generous Benefits Package

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia Military Institute

Location:Virginia Military Institute

Agency Website:www.vmi.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

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

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Matthew Hart

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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.