What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trades Technician position at Tidewater Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Trades Technician
Role Title
Trades Technician III
Role Code
79033-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
29500049
Agency
Tidewater Community College
Division
Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location
Suffolk - 800
Hiring Range
$34,000 - $55,000, commensurate w/ experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
Yes
EEO Category
8-Service Maintenance
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Utility Trades Technician shall self-perform technical and non-technical routine maintenance and preventative maintenance on the physical plant, and provide the campus with electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs as required.
This position has been designated an essential position. The employee filling this position may be required to report to work or otherwise fulfill the responsibilities of the position in the event of a college/ campus closure due to weather or other emergent condition(s).
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- The Utility Trades worker shall have the knowledge of and skill in performing basic electric repairs in accordance with applicable code.
- Knowledge of National Electric Code applications.
- Knowledge of and skill in drywall and acoustic tile repair procedures, surface preparation, and painting.
- Knowledge of and skill in performing basic plumbing and HVAC repairs.
- Knowledge of and skill in performing basic construction.
- Knowledge of and ability to interpret sketches, diagrams and plans.
- Skilled in the use of basic hand tools (hammer, saw, screwdriver, wrenches) and electric drills.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. climb ladders, bend and stoop.
Additional Considerations
- Journeyman’s license in any of the building maintenance trades
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4511P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
06/11/2026
Job Close Date
06/30/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
TCC.edu
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
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 provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
Additional Information
00049 Suffolk
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Salary : $34,000 - $55,000