TEMP Trades Assistant

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, located in the rural mountains of southwestern Virgiina, is seeking applicants for a TEMP Trades Assistant. The TEMP Trades Assistant candidate must be dependable and physically able to contribute effectively to our team. This role includes transporting and setting up items for campus events, managing the loading and unloading of materials, and ensuring moves are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate will have experience in warehouse or delivery work and be able to safely handle heavy lifting. This position is a great fit for someone seeking hands-on work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Duties

• Load and unload items safely using appropriate equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, or forklifts.
• Transport items to designated locations using college vehicles.
• Operate vehicles with manual transmission and ensure safe driving practices.
• Use warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to organize and move inventory efficiently.
• Trades Assistant must ensure all items are secured during transit and manage heavy lifting tasks safely to prevent injury.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of moving equipment and storage areas.
• Follow safety protocols during loading, unloading, and driving activities to ensure safety for all team members and campus employees.

Experience

• Prior experience in moving, warehouse work, or delivery driving is preferred.
• Ability to lift heavy loads consistently and perform physically demanding tasks is required.
• Previous experience with forklift operations or pallet jacks is a plus but not mandatory; training will be provided if necessary.
• Candidates should be dependable, physically fit, and committed to maintaining high safety standards throughout their workday.

Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations. Develop an increasing familiarity with the skills and best practices of assigned trade.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: None
Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee will be required to lift various weights, climb ladders and stairs in order to complete jobs. The use of both hands and repetitive motion will be required while performing duties.

UVA Wise is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence, affordable access, and unwavering support of a collaborative and diverse community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employee fulfills duties as a “responsible employee” under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. A Responsible employee includes any employee: who has the authority to take action to redress sexual violence; who has been given the duty of reporting incidents of sexual violence or any other misconduct by students to the Title IX Coordinator or other appropriate school designee; or whom a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

UVA Wise is committed to helping the campus community provide for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report containing information on campus security and personal safety, including alerts, fire safety, crime prevention tips, and crime statistics is available at www.uvawise.edu/ASR. A copy is available upon request by calling 276-328-0190 or 276-376-3451.

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.