Multi-Trades Technician / Trades Technician III

About Longwood University:

A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.

Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,600 undergraduate and graduate students and 40,653 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.

Job Description:

Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Multi-Trades Technician / Trades Technician III (00159). The successful candidate will be responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain our physical environment at Longwood University with primary duties dedicated to the Foundation owned complexes: responding to call-back requests during non-work hours for support of the University as needed and serving as a first responder for REF emergency calls on a rotational weekend basis. This position is considered emergency personnel, which requires the selected candidate to report to work or be called in due to inclement weather, an emergency, staff shortage, etc.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform preventive maintenance in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, small appliances, and controls from inspections or work orders generated from the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Perform work in such a manner to ensure that each item is maintained up to or above the manufacturer's recommendations and is in compliance with EPA, DEQ, OSHA, or other governing authorities' requirements
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information, from mechanical data to maintenance costs and man-hours, as well as deletion and addition of equipment, in the computerized P. M. system
• Maintain an adequate supply of tools and other items necessary to perform maintenance tasks
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Valid Driver's License
• Journeyman license in one of the trades Mechanical/ Electrical/ Plumbing preferred or able to obtain in one year
• Demonstrated skills in major trades including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, and above-average painting/sheetrock skills and knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of manual, power, and diagnostic tools
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze and solve practical problems
• Ability to maintain documentation and service records
• Ability to use computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software to develop and track assets, etc.
• Must be able to schedule work with the smallest impact on campus partners
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to safely and frequently move and handle objects weighing up to and greater than 50 pounds
• Demonstrated ability to climb and work from elevated workstations such as ladders and scaffolds
• Demonstrated ability to work for long periods standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing and pulling
• Must be able to routinely interact appropriately and professionally with a diverse group of campus partners and stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to make purchases responsibly
• Extensive experience in a multi-trade area preferred, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, small appliances, and controls
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook experience preferred
• Ability to respond to call-ins during non-working hours

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, classified, non-exempt position in a pay band 3. A successful criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:

• State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
• Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
• Life & Long-Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
• Educational benefits for most employees
• Fitness Center membership less expensive than most

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu.

Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.

A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will be posted a minimum of five business days, position posted 3/25/2025. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online application and provide other documents, upon request.