Trades Technician

Title: Trades Technician

Agency: Northern VA Community College

Location: Loudoun - 107

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $55,000 - $65,000

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

This position will provide a safe, effective, comfortable work environment for students, staff, and faculty by keeping all buildings, rooms, furniture, equipment, roofs, and grounds in good working order. If needed, campus may vary.

* This position is not eligible for telework.*

• Perform a variety of maintenance projects and preventative maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, mechanical and carpentry.
• Specific tasks may include the installation, repair, and maintenance of multiple building systems.
• Assist other trades, perform safety checks, emergency response, maintain and order supplies, as well as perform other duties as assigned.
• Campus assignment may be changed short term or long term based on business needs.

• Ability to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions independently
• Proficient in the use of hand and electric tools, as well as any diagnostic equipment related to the trade
• Ability to lift 75 lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to function in close quarters, or cramped environment.
• Basic understanding of building systems.
• Ability to read technical documents, drawings, and blueprints.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail oriented
• Possesses good communication skills.

• Experience with maintenance projects and preventative maintenance of building systems.
• Previous work experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Prior trades experience.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license and insurable driving record.

• A journeyman license in any maintenance trade.
• Experience working in a commercial and/or educational building setting.