Trades Mechanic - Minor Mods

Reporting to the Minor Modifications Manager, the Trades Mechanic is responsible for
performing tasks in the building trades (carpentry, masonry and painting) in support of renovation projects on the VT campus.
This position is designated as “Emergency Personnel”. May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department.
Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more; maneuver materials up and down stairs; climb and work from elevated work stations such as ladders and scaffolds; and work for long periods of time standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing/pulling.
Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.

Verifiable journey-level experience in either carpentry, paint, or masonry trade with experience in all three.
Working knowledge of a variety of technical documents such as blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, schematics, specification records, and operating and maintenance manuals.
Record keeping experience such as processing work orders and/or tracking inventory.
Must have a valid drivers license.
Candidate should be able to perform routine institutional painting tasks.
Ability to recognize and understand industry terminologies of multiple trades.
Ability to use a computer, keep accurate and complete records.
Ability to perform work with minimal margin of error and work independently with little or no supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively, work as an effective team member, and have the ability to receive and execute instructions from the immediate supervisor and/or lead worker.
Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more; maneuver materials up and down stairs; climb and work from elevated work stations such as ladders and scaffolds; and work for long periods of time standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing/pulling.
Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
This position is designated as "Emergency Personnel."
May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department.

Experience in a large commercial or educational setting.
Experience in painting and glazing.
Experience in a computerized work order/inventory management system.
Completion of an Apprenticeship Program.

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Restricted

1/3/2022

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

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