Maintenance Technician

Job Description

In Virginia Techs Division of Student Affairs we are committed to supporting students as they develop into engaged citizens leaders and professionals. Through inclusive programs welcoming environments and meaningful experiences we foster student wellbeing and success.

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to join the Recreational Sports team in Blacksburg Virginia. This role supports our mission by ensuring that facilities and equipment remain safe functional and welcoming for all users.

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) Youll join the Recreational Sports team a department dedicated to promoting wellbeing physical activity sport and fitness through high-quality facilities and programs.
2) Youll be reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and in a regular 12-month 100% staff appointment. The role is designated as essential personnel and may require reporting to work during university closures. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
3) Youll work independently to diagnose troubleshoot maintain and repair cardiovascular strength training and electronic equipment as well as golf carts furniture upholstery masonry carpentry and painting needs.
4) Youll assist with general and specialized maintenance repair and installation of electrical plumbing HVAC and security systems.
5) Youll help maintain safe functional and visually appealing facilities across all spaces managed by the department.
6) Youll have opportunities for professional growth through a developmental plan and potential advancement within the department and division.
7) Youll be offered a base compensation package between $45000 - $47000 along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance paid leave retirement tuition assistance VT discounts and so much more!

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity integrity civility and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our Aspirations for Student Learning.
3) THE TEAM: Rec Sports builds a Healthy Hokie community by creating opportunities for student to practice healthy behaviors and developing employment opportunities and leadership programs for students to grow and practice leadership skills. We offer programs and activities that allow students to practice and exhibit sportsmanship respect and civility. We provide activities for students to seek involvement form relationships and try new activities. Our team teaches students the importance of goal setting and sharing helpful strategies they can use to successfully accomplish them. We are passionate about contributing to a students ability to develop meaningful career paths by assisting them to identify individual interests values skills and abilities.

Required Qualifications
Experience maintaining and repairing cardiovascular weight training and recreation equipment.
Experience and a working knowledge of carpentry painting and electrical systems.
Ability to read and understand technical documents blueprints and publications in order to apply knowledge provide accurate installation diagnosis and repair.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in welding design and fabrication.
Experience in plumbing HVAC and mechanical systems.
Electrical Journey or Master Certification.

Pay Band

3

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$45000 - $47000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Hours per week

40

Review Date

05/04/2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated 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 eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors College.The university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 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.

For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at or Virginia Tech 220 Gilbert Street Suite 5200 Blacksburg VA 24061.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Ryan Ferand at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.