Trades Technician – On-Call Multi‑Trade Maintenance

Virginia AG; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Virginia Military Institute is seeking two full-time Trades Technicians on the Maintenance Team in the Physical Plant Department. Responsibilities include multi-trade maintenance across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general facilities support, with on-call rotation and non-standard hours to support events and emergencies.

Applicants should have experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work, a valid Virginia driver’s license, and be comfortable working from heights with a power

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability in a facilities context.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work is required.
• Ability to work at heights and operate a power lift.
• Proficient with iPad and work order systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general facilities systems.
• Install, repair, and test electrical wiring, panels, and lighting.
• Inspect and service plumbing lines, fixtures, and water systems.
• Assist with boiler maintenance and steam line work.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies.
• Work non-standard hours, including weekends, to support events and operations.
• Maintain safety, professionalism, and good customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Valid VA driver’s license

Tools

Power lift

iPad

Work order system

Job description

Virginia Military Institute is seeking two full-time Trades Technicians on the Maintenance Team in the Physical Plant Department. Responsibilities include multi-trade maintenance across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general facilities support, with on-call rotation and non-standard hours to support events and emergencies.

Applicants should have experience in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work, a valid Virginia driver’s license, and be comfortable working from heights with a power