Trades Utilities Mechanic- Position 01481 (Hampton, VA)
About The Position
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking a Trades Utilities Mechanic in our Hampton, VA location. The Trades Utilities Mechanic reports directly to the Superintendent of the Field, and in their absence, the Deputy Director of Maintenance and Operations. This position oversees facility maintenance and repairs for their assigned district. The role is responsible for ensuring that all DMV facilities within the district remain fully functional, safe, and compliant with state and federal regulations. This includes managing and performing repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other essential building systems. Additionally, the position supports emergency preparedness, coordinates with external vendors for specialized maintenance needs, and upholds DMV and OSHA safety standards to provide a secure, operational environment for employees and customers. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves a wide array of businesses, including dealers, fuels tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values: Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don’t just talk about our core values, we live them!
Requirements
- Proficient in using mechanical tools, electronic testing devices, and computer systems for equipment testing, repair, and data analysis, ensuring that all equipment meets operational standards
- Knowledge of building operations, construction related and facility best practices
- Familiarity with the national building code and regulations, as well as compliance requirements at federal, state, and local levels
- Knowledge of OSHA and risk management standards for facility maintenance and safety
- Skilled in coordinating and managing multiple projects, timelines, and maintaining compliance with safety and construction standards
- Ability to lift and carry up between 50 and 100 lbs., with the endurance to perform physically demanding tasks required for equipment maintenance and operations
- Experience in building repairs, HVAC, Plumbing & Sewer, Electrical, Carpentry and Painting
Nice To Haves
- Master Trades Certification in Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC Fields
- VCA Certification
- Extensive experience in multiple construction trade disciplines
Responsibilities
- Oversees facility maintenance and repairs for their assigned district.
- Ensures that all DMV facilities within the district remain fully functional, safe, and compliant with state and federal regulations.
- Manages and performs repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other essential building systems.
- Supports emergency preparedness.
- Coordinates with external vendors for specialized maintenance needs.
- Upholds DMV and OSHA safety standards to provide a secure, operational environment for employees and customers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
