Electrical/Mechanical Trades Specialist (+ up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus)

Summary

VCU’s Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire an Electrical/Mechanical Trades Specialist for Facilities Operations.

The Electrical/Mechanical Trades Specialist is responsible for all electrical and mechanical related reactive and preventive maintenance of approximately 200 exhaust and fume hoods throughout the Zone.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Utilize knowledge of the electrical/mechanical trade to perform preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of building infrastructure, primarily exhaust and fume hood systems ensuring efficient operation of Zone facilities
• Provide exemplary customer service to all faculty, staff, and students supporting the University's mission of teaching, high-impact research, and creative expression
• Identify and document system deficiencies using diagnostic tools and advise management of tasks requiring priority attention
• Provide quality workmanship and service to maximize system availability and minimize unscheduled downtime

Benefits include:

• 28 days of annual paid leave
• 16 days of annual holiday leave
• Competitive health benefits package commences within 30 days of employment
• All uniforms, safety boots and tools provided
• Paid training
• Retirement offered through Virginia Retirement System
• Tuition waiver with up to 2 classes per semester (6 credits)Parental and Care Giver Leave

Minimum Hiring Standards

• Minimum of several years experience in commercial/institutional electrical service experience
• Ability to diagnose, repair, service, and install a wide variety of electrical and mechanical systems
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to supervision, other employees, and customers
• Knowledge of appropriate building codes
• Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and power equipment
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• State of Virginia Driver's License required
• State of Virginia Journeyman's Electrical or HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first year of service
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Hiring Standards

• 5+ years experience in commercial/institutional electrical service experience
• Electrical or HVAC courses I, II, III, code classes, basic and advanced training or equivalent combination of experience and trade/craft training

Required Licensure/Certification

• State of Virginia Driver's License
• State of Virginia Journeyman's Electrical or HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first year of service

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Physical Demands & Activities

Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Essential
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Essential
Pushing/Pulling: Essential
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Marginal
Repetitive Motion: Essential
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Essential
Reaching: Essential
Bending: Essential

Environmental Conditions

Extreme heat/cold: Essential
Extreme Noise: Essential
Vibrations: Essential
Fumes: Marginal
Mists/gases: Marginal

Emotional Demands

Fast pace: Essential
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential

ORP Eligible: No

Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

VCU Job Code Slotting: Sr Trades Specialist 1-3 (17124-17126)

Closing Date: June 2, 2023

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 (+ up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus)



Position Details:

Department: Facilities Management, Facilities Operations
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt