Buildings​/Grounds Supervisor

Position: BUILDINGS/GROUNDS SUPERVISOR A

Posting Details

Position Information

Role Title

Trades Technician IV

Role Code

79034

Pay Band

04

Posting Details

Working Title

Working Title

BUILDINGS/GROUNDS SUPERVISOR A

Position Number

00793A

Department

HOUSING MAINTENANCE

Location

Norfolk, VA

Type of Position

Classified

Type of Job

Full Time

EEO Category

G Skilled Craft Workers

Job Description

To provide maintenance services, supervision of staff and ensure that security is maintained to designated University residence halls and apartments while maintaining inventory of all furnishings, managing the work order program of all maintenance activities and documentation of all related activities in order to insure a positive environment coinciding with implementation of goals and guidelines as established by Old Dominion University and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Position is designated “essential personnel” for emergency closings.

Type of Recruitment Knowledge, skills and abilities

Ability, knowledge and skill to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to structural, electrical, mechanical/ HVAC and plumbing components located throughout the assigned apartment complexes. The knowledge and ability to properly use tools and equipment related to the above-mentioned trades. Working Knowledge of computers and programs used by the university relating to the position i.e. Word, Excel, Lotus Notes, etc.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Valid Virginia drivers license and an insurable record.

Education or training

NONE

Level and type of experience

Several years experience in Maintenance related to dormitories, apartments, motels, hotels, etc. with strong supervisory experience.

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

License as journey or master in the skilled trades area. High School graduate or GED . Training in structural, electrical, HVAC and plumbing or equivalent work experience.

Conditions of Employment

In-person reporting to campus. Not eligible for telework.

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

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information Job

Requisition Number

S03390

Job Open To

General Public

Open Date

07/20/2026

Close Date Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Valid and insurable driver’s license required. Department of Motor Vehicle report will be routinely requested.

Criminal Background Check

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

College Home Page Department Home Page Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information.

Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at .

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

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