University Housing Maintenance Technician 00321

About the role

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, must be able to trouble shoot 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.
• Able to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform duties involving moderately complex tasks.
• Ability to perform repairs in residential areas.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work a daytime schedule and be on-call on a rotating basis.
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.

Skills

• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform duties involving moderately complex tasks.
• Ability to perform repairs in residential areas.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work a daytime schedule and be on-call on a rotating basis.
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.

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.

Pay

Salary starting at $41,121 to $50,259, Commensurate with Education and Experience.

Schedule

This position requires the ability 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.

CNU Information

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits.

Role Code

79033

Conditions of Employment

• This is a classified position.
• New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.
• Ability to work a daytime schedule and be on-call on a rotating basis.
• Ability to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

• Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)
• Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.)
• Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)
• Pushing/Pulling
• Sitting
• Bending
• Standing
• Climbing
• Reaching
• Repetitive Motion

List other physical requirements

• Emotional Demands: Fast Pace Essential, Average Pace Essential, Multiple Priorities Essential, Intense Customer Interaction Essential, Multiple Stimuli Essential, Frequency Changes Essential

List other mental/sensory requirements

• Mental/Sensory Demands: Memory Essential, Reasoning Essential, Hearing Essential, Reading Essential, Analyzing Essential, Logic Essential, Verbal Communication Essential, Written Communication Essential