Preventative Maintenance Supervisor

Virginia Tech • Blacksburg, VA

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About The Position

The Preventative Maintenance Supervisor directs and supervises assigned trades personnel performing preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems and equipment, as well as other assigned projects. The supervisor coordinates work orders with Facilities supervisors and designated University contacts to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and cost-effectively. The role includes regular interaction with building occupants about scheduled and unscheduled activities to maintain effective communication. It also handles work-order administration, including data entry into the Facilities work order system, and coordinates procurement and delivery of materials to job sites to prevent avoidable delays.

The incumbent performs other duties as requested, supports a healthy work environment, follows the Standards of Conduct, exemplifies the Virginia Tech Principles of Community, and supports the university motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve). This is a regular appointment, non-exempt and eligible for overtime, with 40+ hours per week. The position is designated as Emergency Personnel.

Requirements

• Considerable maintenance experience as a trades mechanic, along with lead or supervisory experience.
• Virginia Master licensure and experience in at least one of the following trades: plumbing, electrical, steamfitter, or HVAC.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle daily.
• Familiarity with building trades.
• Working knowledge of local and state codes relevant to areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents, including blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, specification records, and operating and maintenance manuals.
• Ability to safely and frequently handle and move heavy objects weighing 50 pounds or more; maneuver materials on stairs; climb and work from elevated work stations such as ladders and scaffolds; and stand, walk, reach, bend, and push or pull for long periods.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• Must be able to complete a health and safety medical check and use a respirator.
• May be required to work additional hours or shifts to meet departmental needs.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Successful candidate must complete a criminal conviction check.

Nice To Haves

• Maintenance experience with building systems in a large commercial or institutional setting.
• Experience with a computerized work order or inventory management system.
• Working knowledge of multiple trade-specific tasks.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise assigned trades personnel performing preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems and equipment and other assigned projects.
• Coordinate work-order assignments with Facilities supervisors and designated University contacts to support timely, safe, and cost-effective completion.
• Communicate routinely with building occupants about scheduled and unscheduled activities.
• Complete work-order administration, including data entry into the Facilities work order system.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of materials to job sites to prevent avoidable work delays.
• Perform other duties as requested and support a healthy work environment, the Standards of Conduct, the Virginia Tech Principles of Community, and the university motto.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed