TRADES/UTILITIES SENIOR WORKER

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a skilled maintenance professional to perform a variety of repair tasks. The ideal candidate must possess a Journeyman or Master’s license in trades like plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry, along with experience in building maintenance, particularly in higher education settings. Responsibilities include maintaining mechanical and structural components and being available during emergency situations. The position requires a valid Virginia driver’s license and reports to the maintenance supervisor.

Qualifications

• Ability to make repairs independently.
• Experience performing work in various trades.
• Maintenance experience in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Maintain mechanical, structural, electrical, and plumbing components.
• Act as essential personnel during emergency closings.

Skills

General technical knowledge of primary building maintenance

Electrical repairs

Plumbing repairs

Mechanical repairs

Experience in skilled trades

Valid Virginia driver’s license

Computer usage skills

Diagnostic tools usage

Education

Journeyman or Master’s license in skilled trades

Training in skilled trade/craft

Job description

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. Position is designated “essential personnel” for emergency closings.

Qualifications

• General technical knowledge of primary building maintenance.
• Ability to make repairs to electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and structural building components, and grounds independently.
• Experience performing general work in a variety of trades areas – with some experience performing skilled work in the assigned trades/utilities area.
• Journeyman or Master’s 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; training in skilled trade/craft.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license and an insurable record.
• Working skill in the use of a variety of diagnostic tools, instruments, equipment, hand and power tools.

Additional Information

None

Conditions of Employment

Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Security Screening

Final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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.