Senior Trades Utility Technician

About the role

The University of Virginia Facilities Management team is seeking a skilled Senior Trades Utility Technician to join their Housing Zone. This position supports the Housing portfolio, which includes 180 buildings and 3.1 million square feet of residential and program space, serving over 7,800 students.

Responsibilities

• Support zone mechanics and skilled trades staff with system maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and routine building care.
• Perform skilled tasks in one or more trades and semi-skilled support tasks in others, using proper tools, diagnostic equipment, and work practices.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and equipment documentation.
• Identify materials and equipment needed for jobs and help initiate purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate work records including time tickets, job requests, and AIM work orders.
• Follow OSHA and University safety requirements and use PPE as directed.
• Provide updates to building occupants and respond to customer questions in coordination with the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as needed to support Zone operations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of four years of work experience in at least one building trade. Experience in residential, commercial, higher-education, or similar environments is preferred.
• A valid Driver's License with a positive points balance and at least 2 years of driving history.

Prior Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands

• The employee must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands-on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks).

Compensation

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $19.50 - $23.00 per hour ($40,560 - $47,840 Annually). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits.