General Services Technician

The University of Virginia's Capitol Construction and Renovations (CCR) team, within Facilities Management (FM) has an exciting opportunity for a General Services Technician. CCR supports FM's goal of providing consistent, cost-effective, and reliable electrical construction and maintenance to the University community.

Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. With over 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of UVA's buildings, infrastructure and grounds, as well as other University-owned and leased properties.

Position Summary:

General Services Technicians perform maintenance, care, and modification of University buildings and grounds. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, moving, installing, demolition, event setup, basic cleaning or clearing, and signage. They may have experience with several unlicensed and unspecialized crafts. They may work independently or as a team, with assigned work but limited supervision.

Duties Include:

• Perform minor maintenance work using hand and power tools.

• Perform minor cosmetic repairs, such as painting walls and maintaining woodwork.

• Operate small hand and power tools, as well as possibly use larger equipment such as tractors, mowers, saws, grass trimmers, snow and leaf blowers, sprayers, and paint machines.

• Conduct work in adherence with applicable traffic laws, department policies, and operator instructions, where applicable. Wear appropriate clothing and protection, and complete work in compliance with safety standards and federal, state, and local regulations.

• Perform delivery services by identifying supplies, materials, and equipment from invoices or order forms. Load items on delivery vehicles, safeguard items during transit, deliver items, and obtain the appropriate signature for the receipt of the delivered items.

• Perform custodial services in areas such as buildings, classrooms, offices, laboratories, and restrooms, including their furnishings.

• Move furniture regarding event setup or remodeling and renovations.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• At least one year of relevant work experience

For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks prior to their start date.

Compensation:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $16.00 - $20.00 ($33,280 - $41,600 per year). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave

• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs

• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System

• Tuition and professional development benefits

• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year

Physical Demands:

Employee will be required to crawl, kneel, squat, bend and twist in order to perform their work. Employee must travel around job sites. Employee will work with materials of different weights and perform repetitive motions.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter, at hjv5vm@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.