Field Operations Technician
Field Operations Technician
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$ 55000 - 60000
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Job Description
Job Description
At Auxiliary and Business Services (ABS) our mission is simple yet profound: to serve the Virginia Tech community by providing products and essential services so that others can achieve success in support of the Virginia Tech mission. Every day the unwavering commitment of the ABS team brings this mission to life. Through our work we ensure that students faculty staff and visitors have access to the resources and support they need to thrive in their academic professional and personal endeavors.
Virginia Tech maintains multiple contracts with a variety of vendors and service providers including campus bookstores retail services snack and drink vending services laundry services copier management services The Inn at Virginia Tech and other support services. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Contractual Services the Field Operations Technician serves as a de facto project manager responsible for coordinating the work of contractors communicating the status of projects and completing special projects that impact and involve multiple divisions on campus. In this capacity the incumbent coordinates the operational activities and events related to these contractual operations on campus. Examples include but are not limited to the physical space renovations of vending locations and special events on campus that include or impact a contracted campus vendor. The Technician also collaborates with the Senior Manager of Contractual Services to maintain asset inventory control key control licensing compliance service requests ensuring maintenance and repair of buildings and vehicles. The incumbent physically inspects laundry rooms and vending locations for cleanliness stocking and general proper operation of equipment maintains an inventory log of machines and placement of machines and collaborates with stakeholders to provide an efficient experience for customers.
The incumbent also performs other duties as requested; takes initiative to support a healthy work environment; strives to fulfill the terms in the Standards of Business Conduct; exemplifies the Virginia Tech Principles of Community; and supports the universitys motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelors degree in a related field or the combination of a high school degree (or equivalent) with significant professional experience in business or related field.
Experience
Applying project management skills and principles.
Applying field operation oversight skills and principles.
Overseeing the fulfillment of contract terms
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Understanding of retail environments including business marketing planning tax accounting and budgeting.
Knowledge of data collection analysis and interpretation.
Ability to interpret and apply federal state and local laws/regulations to the workplace.
Effective verbal and written communications skills including interpersonal relations and making presentations.
Skill in building and maintaining collaborative business relationships.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Effective analytical and problemsolving skills.
Ability to effectively prioritize job needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and/or experience in higher education retail market environments.
Experience overseeing construction or renovation projects.
Experience managing projects and teams effectively.
Pay Band
4
Overtime Status
NonExempt: Eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$55000$60000
Hours per week
Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work as campus events require.
Review Date
June 1 2025
Additional Information
This position will work on the Blacksburg VA campus. A relocation bonus may be provided to the selected finalist (conditions apply).
The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal conviction and driving records check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Megan Hinkleat during regular business hours at least 2 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
