Maintenance Technician
Commonwealth of VA Careers, Blacksburg, VA, United States
Job Description
In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, we are committed to supporting students as they develop into engaged citizens, leaders, and professionals. Through inclusive programs, welcoming environments, and meaningful experiences, we foster student wellbeing and success.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the Recreational Sports team in Blacksburg, Virginia. This role supports our mission by ensuring that facilities and equipment remain safe, functional, and welcoming for all users.
Key Responsibilities
Join the Recreational Sports team, a department dedicated to promoting wellbeing, physical activity, sport, and fitness through high-quality facilities and programs.
Report to the Maintenance Supervisor in a regular 12‑month, 100% staff appointment. The role is designated as essential personnel and may require reporting to work during university closures, including evenings and weekends.
Work independently to diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair cardiovascular, strength training, and electronic equipment, as well as golf carts, furniture, upholstery, masonry, carpentry, and painting needs.
Assist with general and specialized maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and security systems.
Help maintain safe, functional, and visually appealing facilities across all spaces managed by the department.
Have opportunities for professional growth through a developmental plan and potential advancement within the department and division.
Be offered a base compensation package between $45,000 and $47,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and more.
Required Qualifications
Experience maintaining and repairing cardiovascular, weight training, and recreation equipment.
Experience and working knowledge of carpentry, painting, and electrical systems.
Ability to read and understand technical documents, blueprints, and publications to apply knowledge, provide accurate installation, diagnosis, and repair.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in welding, design and fabrication.
Experience in plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
Electrical Journeyman or Master Certification.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Band: 3
Overtime Status: Non‑Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
Appointment Type: Regular
Salary Information: $45,000 – $47,000
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Hours per week: 40
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
EEO Statement
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. For inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at 540‑231‑2010 or Virginia Tech, 220 Gilbert Street, Suite 5200, Blacksburg, VA 24061.
Accommodation for Disabilities
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Ryan Ferand at rferand@vt.edu during regular business hours at least ten business days prior to the event.
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In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, we are committed to supporting students as they develop into engaged citizens, leaders, and professionals. Through inclusive programs, welcoming environments, and meaningful experiences, we foster student wellbeing and success.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the Recreational Sports team in Blacksburg, Virginia. This role supports our mission by ensuring that facilities and equipment remain safe, functional, and welcoming for all users.
Key Responsibilities
Join the Recreational Sports team, a department dedicated to promoting wellbeing, physical activity, sport, and fitness through high-quality facilities and programs.
Report to the Maintenance Supervisor in a regular 12‑month, 100% staff appointment. The role is designated as essential personnel and may require reporting to work during university closures, including evenings and weekends.
Work independently to diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair cardiovascular, strength training, and electronic equipment, as well as golf carts, furniture, upholstery, masonry, carpentry, and painting needs.
Assist with general and specialized maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and security systems.
Help maintain safe, functional, and visually appealing facilities across all spaces managed by the department.
Have opportunities for professional growth through a developmental plan and potential advancement within the department and division.
Be offered a base compensation package between $45,000 and $47,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and more.
Required Qualifications
Experience maintaining and repairing cardiovascular, weight training, and recreation equipment.
Experience and working knowledge of carpentry, painting, and electrical systems.
Ability to read and understand technical documents, blueprints, and publications to apply knowledge, provide accurate installation, diagnosis, and repair.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in welding, design and fabrication.
Experience in plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
Electrical Journeyman or Master Certification.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Band: 3
Overtime Status: Non‑Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
Appointment Type: Regular
Salary Information: $45,000 – $47,000
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Hours per week: 40
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
EEO Statement
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. For inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at 540‑231‑2010 or Virginia Tech, 220 Gilbert Street, Suite 5200, Blacksburg, VA 24061.
Accommodation for Disabilities
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Ryan Ferand at rferand@vt.edu during regular business hours at least ten business days prior to the event.
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