University Housing Maintenance Technician 00321

About the role

To ensure that student housing facilities are well-maintained, clean, and safe for the students of CNU.

To perform light to moderate maintenance objectives, in a timely manner and within budget constraints, to include all campus housing systems, consisting of 3,900 student domiciles.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Under minimal supervision, troubleshoot and perform duties involving moderately complex carpentry, plumbing, understanding of HVAC systems, flooring/carpets and carpet tiles, ceiling tiles and frames, doors and locks, paint/patching of walls and ceilings, understanding of fire alarms/panels, gas fire places, electric/gas appliances, and electrical work such as ballasts, fluorescent and LED lighting.
• Able to perform repairs in residential areas where students, faculty, or staff may be present.
• Able to understand and follow written and oral instructions and to perform some manual labor.
• Able to escort vendors while on campus, for the purpose of answering questions and providing entry to secure areas.
• Able to complete routine residential or commercial repairs, be able to prioritize work orders, and inform management of potential issues.
• Able to work a daytime schedule and be on-call on a rotating basis. Additional hours may be required to complete summer room turnover or in an emergency.
• Able to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.

Requirements

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent education and experience that equates to a high school diploma.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience: Experience using hand tools, power drills, tap/die sets, power augers, or handsaws.
• Experience performing residential or commercial maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience: Experience working in a university or residential setting.
• Experience performing moderately complex residential or commercial maintenance.

Skills

• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.

Benefits

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Pay

Salary starting at $41,121 to $50,259, commensurate with education and experience.

Schedule

This position includes a daytime schedule and requires being on-call on a rotating basis. Additional hours may be required to complete summer room turnover or in an emergency.