Trades​/Utilites Senior Worker

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Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

A valid driver's license is required for this position. Department of Motor Vehicle Report will be obtained on a routine basis.

Position Information

Role Title

Role Code

Role Code 79033

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Working Title

Working Title TRADES/UTILITES SENIOR WORKER

Position Number

Position Number 00066A

Department

Department HOUSING MAINTENANCE

Location

Location Norfolk, VA

Type of Position

Type of Position Classified

Type of Job

Type of Job Full Time

EEO Category

EEO Category G Skilled Craft Workers

Job Description

TWO POSITIONS WILL BE FILLED FROM THIS RECRUITMENT
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.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

General technical knowledge of primary building maintenance. Ability to make repairs to electrical, plumbing, mechanical and structural building components, and grounds independently. Able to perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks in one or more specialized trade/utilities area. Working skill in the use of a variety of diagnostic tools, instruments, equipment, hand and power tools.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.

Education or training

None

Level and type of experience

Experience performing general work in a variety of trades areas – with some experience performing skilled work in the assigned trades/utilities area. High School Diploma or equivalent. Training in skilled trade/craft.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

Journeyman or Masters 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.

Conditions of Employment

In-person reporting required. This position is not eligible to telework under any circumstances.
Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary commensurate with education and experience

Job Requisition Number

Job Requisition Number S03359

Job Open To

Job Open To General Public

Open Date

Open Date 06/29/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

A valid driver’s license is required for this position. Department of Motor Vehicle Report will be obtained on a routine basis.

Criminal Background Check

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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