Trades Mechanic

About the role

Reporting to a Preventative Maintenance Supervisor, incumbent will perform tasks in the building trades (carpentry, masonry and painting) in support of building maintenance as part of a regional Rounding Team on the Virginia Tech campus. Incumbent will work closely with Preventative Maintenance Technicians, Plumbers, and Electricians assisting with plumbing and electrical tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks in the building trades (carpentry, masonry and painting)
• Work closely with Preventative Maintenance Technicians, Plumbers, and Electricians assisting with plumbing and electrical tasks as required
• Install, repair and maintain building equipment and materials
• Keep accurate and complete records
• Communicate effectively and work as an effective team member
• Work independently with little or no supervision
• Recognize and understand industry terminologies of multiple trades
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures
• May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department

Requirements

• Journeyman-level experience in the installation, repair and maintenance practices, equipment, and materials used in one or more skilled trades including carpentry, masonry, and painting
• Working knowledge of blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, specification records, and operating and maintenance manuals
• Record-keeping and inventory experience
• Ability to perform routine institutional painting tasks
• Ability to use a computer
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing 75 pounds or more
• Ability to maneuver materials up and down stairs
• Ability to climb and work from elevated work stations such as ladders and scaffolds
• Ability to work for long periods of time standing, walking, reaching, bending
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures

Qualifications

• Experience in a large commercial or educational setting
• Good working knowledge of painting and glazing
• Experience in a work order/inventory management system
• Basic computer skills
• Previous electrical and/or plumbing experience

Skills

• Hands-on experience in building trades
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision
• Knowledge of industry terminology and blueprints
• Ability to work in various weather conditions

Benefits

• Health and safety medical check
• Must be able to use a respirator

Pay

$41,000 - $48,000 annually

Schedule

Regular full-time schedule

Additional Information

This position is designated as "Emergency Personnel". The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.