What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Maintenance Supervisor position at Virginia Tech?
Job Description
Under the direction of the Housing Maintenance Manager, the Housing Maintenance Supervisor is a working supervisor responsible for maintaining the housing facilities at Virginia Tech. The Maintenance Supervisor will be tasked with supervision of staff as they complete daily work assignments along with providing hands-on training to staff for items including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and related system components. In addition to supervision of departmental staff the supervisor will also work with the Housing Maintenance Manager to manage contractor repairs to include soliciting pricing, scheduling work, and overseeing quality of contractor's work performed. As needed and directed by the Housing Maintenance Manager, the supervisor will also assign work orders, approve leave, and assist with administrative tasks.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience with repair and installation of commercial building systems and equipment.
- Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent related experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical trades.
- Previous commercial or residential facilities maintenance.
- Experience with computerized work order systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Journeyman or Master certification in a trade occupation.
- Previous supervision experience.
Pay Band
4
Overtime Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Salary $70,000 - $75,000/year and commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
November 13, 2025
Additional Information
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm and as needed for good customer service
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check as well as a driving check with a safe driving record.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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About Student Affairs:
Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice our Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all students Experience VT by demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing our Aspirations for Student Learning. If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team!
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Salary : $70,000 - $75,000