TEMP Trades Assistant

University of Virginia•Wise, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Jobs in this group are typically responsible for managing and maintaining the university’s physical infrastructure and engineering systems. They handle construction, maintenance, and technical operations to ensure facilities and systems are functional, safe, and aligned with the university’s needs. These roles are responsible for meeting building, maintenance, and infrastructure needs by performing skilled and/or trade-related tasks that may not require specific licensure. Staff may support construction and renovation projects, address installation and repair issues, and/or provide routine preventative maintenance in one or more trades, contributing to the functionality and overall condition of the university environment. The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, located in the rural mountains of southwestern Virginia, is seeking applicants for a TEMP Trades Assistant. The TEMP Trades Assistant candidate must be dependable and physically able to contribute effectively to our maintenance team. 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 trades. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Individual contributors who provide support to an organization, often in direct service, operational, technical or administrative functions. Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience. Entry-level position typically requiring little to no prior experience. Work is routine and follows standard procedures. Work is closely supervised. Problems faced are routine with clearly defined solutions. Communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Responsibilities

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 trades.
Other duties may be assigned.