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Senior Trades Utility Technician

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026

The University of Virginia's Health System Physical Plant is seeking a Senior Trades Utility Technician, preferably with Plumbing experience. Senior Trades Utility Technicians provide support to zone mechanics and other employees in support of zone maintenance. The incumbent supports Facilities Management's goal of providing consistent, cost-effective and reliable maintenance and service to the University facilities. The Senior Trades Utility Technician performs skilled repair and maintenance tasks in one or more specialized trades/utilities areas and performs semi-skilled, general repair and maintenance tasks in other trades/utilities areas. This work may be performed more independently based on the individual's experience and maintenance/repair service needs.The incumbent will have working knowledge in the use of a variety of diagnostic tools, instruments, equipment, and hand and power tools. The ability to understand and read blueprints and drawings is also essential.

Weekday Day Shift: 40-hr Work Week, Built with 4 (four) 10-hour shifts

Tuesday - Friday: 7:00am - 5:30pm

Duties Include:

  • Assist skilled journey-level mechanics in performing routine system maintenance, preventative maintenance, building, construction, equipment repairs, assessing problems, undertaking corrective actions, and site cleanup. Incumbent can address specialized areas within a specific trade, such as quality and temperature control.

  • Develop an increasing knowledge of types of material and equipment used for the various utility systems involved in University projects.

  • Maintain accurate records on time tickets, job requests, and work orders.

  • Determine material and equipment for specific jobs, as well as initiate purchase orders.

  • Maintain compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations. Use personal safety equipment as instructed, and act in accordance with safety guidelines.

  • Meet with and respond to customer requests on work status in coordination with the supervisor.

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

Qualifications:


Experience: A minimum of four [4] years of work experience in at least one building trade, preferably in the Plumbing trade. Experience working in a hospital setting is preferred.

Licensure: Valid Driver's License.

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

Compensation:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $19.50 - $23.00 ($40,560 - $47,840 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:

The employee must be able to variously sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands-on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks). The employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision and sense of smell.

To Apply:

Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0080414/Senior-Trades-Utility-Technician.Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:

  • Resume

** Note: Multiple documents can be uploaded in the CV/Resume box. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

This position is open until filled.

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

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.


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.

 

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