Trades Apprentice

University of Virginia

10d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the UVA Multi-Craft Registered Apprenticeship Program!
Are you passionate about working with your hands and eager to learn new skills? The University of Virginia's Facilities Management team is excited to announce openings for our Multicraft Registered Apprenticeship Program! For over 40 years, this program has provided a unique opportunity to gain trade skills through full-time, on-the-job learning.
This year, candidates will enter the program in a pre-designated track as a Plumber, HVAC Mechanic, or Electrician. For the first two years, participants will build a strong foundation in general multi-craft maintenance skills, learning the basics of all three trades. This broad training prepares you for the more specialized work to come. In the final two years, participants will focus exclusively on their chosen trade—Plumbing, HVAC, or Electrical—gaining in-depth, hands-on experience. Upon completion, graduates will have two certifications: one as a Multi-Craft Maintenance Mechanic and another in their specialized trade. While prior work experience is helpful, it is not required.
Every minimally qualified applicant, who submits all required application materials, will undergo a phone screening to determine their suitability for the program, based on their employability skills, including initiative, problem-solving, teamwork, technical aptitude and drive.
Why Join Us?
Diverse Learning Opportunities: Train to become a skilled Electrician, Plumber, or HVAC Mechanic. You'll support construction renovation and maintain essential equipment and systems.
Comprehensive Training: We provide all the training, courses, tools, safety gear, and uniforms you need at no cost.
Career Growth: This one-year, restricted position can be renewed annually based on your performance both in the classroom and in the field. You'll have regular checkpoints to track your progress and skill development.
FM Values: We value respect, integrity, stewardship and collaboration.

Requirements

• Education: Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent by the start date of the position.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate clearly in the English language at minimum of a 9th grade level.
• Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age by the start date of this position.
• Pass comprehensive reference and background checks.
• Health Screening/Vaccination: This position requires compliance with UVA Health Policy OCH-002. Vaccinations may be required in accordance with University policy and/or applicable state and federal regulations.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in practical experience across various craft occupations through structured on-the-job training and educational courses, developing increasing familiarity with the skills and best practices of assigned trade.
• Assist skilled journey level mechanics in performing routine system maintenance, preventative maintenance, building, construction, equipment repair and related tasks.
• Learn essential safety, health, and job skills for construction and maintenance performing all work in accordance with safety and health rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Participate in engaging classroom instruction designed to build foundational knowledge of your chosen trade, including industry standards, safety practices, and technical concepts.

Benefits

• This is a non-exempt, benefit-eligible position with paid vacation and holidays.
• Starting salary of $20.00/hour.
• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 15+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave.
• Health plan options.
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee wellness program with activities to earn up to $500/year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees