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Old Dominion University seeks a skilled maintenance worker to perform repairs on building systems and grounds. You will handle electrical, plumbing, mechanical and structural tasks under supervision, ensuring safe, reliable operation of facilities.
Journeyman or Masters license in related trades is preferred; experience in higher education settings is a plus. This is a classified, full-time role based in Norfolk, VA with essential personnel status.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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Working Title
Position Number
Position Number 01315A
Department
Department HOUSING MAINTENANCE
Location
Location Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Type of Position Classified
Type of Job
EEO Category
EEO Category G Skilled Craft Workers
Job Description
To perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks, as assigned by the maintenance supervisor, in maintaining the mechanical, structural, electrical and plumbing components of the assigned building and grounds.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
General technical knowledge of primary building maintenance. Ability to make repairs to electrical, plumbing, mechanical and structural building components, and grounds independently. Able to perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks in one or more specialized trade/utilities area. Working skill in the use of a variety of diagnostic tools, instruments, equipment, hand and power tools.
Special licenses, registration or certification
Valid drivers license and an insurable driving record.
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Experience performing general work in a variety of trades areas – with some experience performing skilled work in the assigned trades/utilities area.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Journeyman or Masters License in skill trades relating to Maintenance of all types i.e. Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC and Carpentry. Maintenance experience in the higher education environment. Computer usage skills desired. High school diploma or equivalent. Training in skilled trade/craft.
Conditions of Employment
Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary commensurate with education and experience
Job Requisition Number
Job Requisition Number S02580
Job Open To
Job Open To General Public
Open Date
Open Date 03/25/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
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Criminal Background Check
Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
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Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
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If you have questions:
Staff and Administrative & Professional Faculty applicants, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (757) 683-3042 or Jobsearch@odu.edu .
Teaching and Research Faculty applicants, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at aafacultyemployment@odu.edu .
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