Trades Assistant

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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: None.

Licensure: None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires regular walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, and climbing ladders or stairs, lifting and carrying of various weights. Repetitive motion for grasping, pulling, pushing, and operating hand and power tools; work may occur in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions and environments.

Anticipated Salary: $15.00 - $17.00; depending on experience and qualifications.

Employee will be required to lift various weights, climb ladders and stairs in order to complete jobs. The use of both hands and repetitive motion will be required while performing duties.

UVA Wise is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence, affordable access, and unwavering support of a collaborative and diverse community.  Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employee fulfills duties as a “responsible employee” under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.  A Responsible employee includes any employee:  who has the authority to take action to redress sexual violence; who has been given the duty of reporting incidents of sexual violence or any other misconduct by students to the Title IX Coordinator or other appropriate school designee; or whom a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

UVA Wise is committed to helping the campus community provide for their own safety and security.  The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report containing information on campus security and personal safety, including alerts, fire safety, crime prevention tips, and crime statistics is available at www.uvawise.edu/ASR.  A copy is available upon request by calling 276-328-0190 or 276-376-3451.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.