The University of Virginia’s College at Wise located in the beautiful mountains of southwest Virginia welcomes applicants to apply for the General Services Technician position. The General Services Technician performs maintenance, care, and modification of the University buildings and grounds. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, moving, installing, demolition, event setup, basic cleaning or clearing, and signage. They may have experience with several unlicensed and unspecialized crafts. Computer experience required.  They may work independently or as a team, with assigned work but limited supervision.

Job Description

Perform minor maintenance work using hand and power tools.Perform minor cosmetic repairs, such as painting walls and maintaining woodwork.Operate small hand and power tools, as well as possibly using larger equipment such as tractors, mowers, saws, grass trimmers, snow and leaf blowers, sprayers, and paint machines.Conduct work in adherence with applicable traffic laws, department policies, and operator instructions, where applicable. Wear appropriate clothing and protection, and complete work in compliance with safety standards and federal, state, and local regulations.Perform delivery services by identifying supplies, materials, and equipment from invoices or order forms. Load items on delivery vehicles, safeguard items during transit, deliver items, and obtain the appropriate signature for the receipt of the delivered items.Perform custodial services in areas such as buildings, classrooms, offices, laboratories, and restrooms, including their furnishings.Move furniture regarding event setup or remodeling and renovations.In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Additional Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: At least one year of experience.
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 
Employee will be required to crawl, kneel, squat, bend and twist in order to perform their work. Employee must travel around job sites. Employee will work with materials of different weights and perform repetitive motions.

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. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.