University Housing Maintenance Technician 00321

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title University Housing Maintenance Technician 00321 Role Title Trades Technician III Position Number 00321 FLSA Non Exempt Appointment Type Full Time Type of Posting General Public Is Sensitive Position? No If Sensitive Position, please paste statement Designated Personnel Yes Responsible Employee

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest No If Statement of Economic Interest, please paste statement Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? Yes If Restricted Position, please paste statement

This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective

To ensure that that student housing facilities are well-maintained, clean and safe for the students of CNU.

Purpose of the Position

To perform light to moderate maintenance objectives, in a timely manner and within budget constraints, to include all campus housing systems, consisting of 3,900 student domiciles.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Related To Position

• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Under minimal supervision, must be able to trouble shoot and perform duties involving moderately complex carpentry, plumbing, understanding of HVAC systems, flooring/carpets and carpet tiles, ceiling tiles and frames, doors and locks, paint/patching of walls and ceilings, understanding of fire alarms/panels, gas fire places, electric/gas appliances, and electrical work such as ballasts, fluorescent and LED lighting.
• Ability to perform repairs in residential areas where students, faculty, or staff may be present.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and to perform some manual labor.
• Ability to escort vendors while on campus, for the purpose of answering questions and providing entry to secure areas.
• Ability to complete routine residential or commercial repairs, be able to prioritize work orders, and inform management of potential issues.
• Ability to work a daytime schedule and be on-call on a rotating basis. Additional hours may be required to complete summer room turnover or in an emergency.
• Ability to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.
  
  

Education:

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required

• High school graduate or equivalent education and experience that equates to a high school diploma
• Valid driver’s license
  
  

Experience:

• Experience using hand tools, power drills, tap/die sets, power augers, or handsaws
• Experience performing residential or commercial maintenance
  
  

Additional Consideration(s)

Experience:

• Experience working in a university or residential setting
• Experience performing moderately complex residential or commercial maintenance
  
  

Salary Information Salary starting at $41,121 to $50,259, Commensurate with Education and Experience CNU Information

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Role Code 79033 Conditions of Employment

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.
• Ability to work a daytime schedule and be on-call on a rotating basis. Additional hours may be required to complete summer room turnover or in an emergency.
• Ability to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required
  
  

Is this position telework eligible? No Telework Eligibility Disclaimer

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) Essential Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) Essential Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Essential Pushing/Pulling Essential Standing Essential Sitting Essential Bending Essential Walking Essential Climbing Essential Reaching Essential Repetitive Motion Essential List other physical requirements

Emotional Demands

Fast Pace Essential Average Pace Essential Multiple Priorities Essential Intense Customer Interaction Essential Multiple Stimuli Essential Frequency Changes Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory Essential Reasoning Essential Hearing Essential Reading Essential Analyzing Essential Logic Essential Verbal Communication Essential Written Communication Essential List other mental/sensory requirements

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number PS1225P Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Date 06/16/2026 Closing Date 07/01/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20874 Advertising Text EEO/Diversity Statement(s)

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Request

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

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 upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.

Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letteror by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card)? This form is provided to Commonwealth of Virginia employees when they are notified that they will be affected by a layoff per Policy 1.30. This form must be attached in order to receive credit.
• Yes
• No
• Do you have a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card)? This form is provided to Commonwealth of Virginia employees when they are notified that they will be affected by a layoff per Policy 1.30. This form must be attached in order to receive credit.
• Yes
• No
• Have you retired from a VRS covered position?
• Yes
• No
• Would you like to be considered for the Alternative Hiring Process (AHP)?
• Yes
• No
• If you would like to be considered for the Alternative Hiring Process (AHP), did you provide your AHP Letter?
• Yes
• No
• * Are you a high school graduate or do you have equivalent education and experience that equates to a high school diploma?
• Yes
• No
• * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
• Yes
• No
• * Do you have previous experience using hand tools, such as power drills, tap/die sets, power augers, and handsaws?
• Yes
• No
• * Do you have experience performing residential or commercial maintenance?
• Yes
• No
  

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other Application Materials
• DD214
• Licensure/Certification
• Other Application Materials #2
• Other Application Materials #3
• Other Application Materials #4
• Yellow Layoff Form
• Blue Layoff Card
• AHP Letter