"BUILDINGS/GROUNDS SUPERVISOR A"

Posting Details

Working Title
BUILDINGS/GROUNDS SUPERVISOR A

Position Number
00793A

Department
HOUSING MAINTENANCE

Location
Norfolk, VA

Type of Position
Classified

Type of Job
Full Time

EEO Category
G Skilled Craft Workers

Job Description

To provide maintenance services, supervision of staff and ensure that security is maintained to designated University residence halls and apartments while maintaining inventory of all furnishings, managing the work order program of all maintenance activities and documentation of all related activities in order to insure a positive environment coinciding with implementation of goals and guidelines as established by Old Dominion University and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Position is designated “essential personnel” for emergency closings.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Ability, knowledge and skill to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to structural, electrical, mechanical/ HVAC and plumbing components located throughout the assigned apartment complexes. The knowledge and ability to properly use tools and equipment related to the above-mentioned trades. Working Knowledge of computers and programs used by the university relating to the position i.e. Word, Excel, Lotus Notes, etc.

Special licenses, registration or certification

Valid Virginia drivers license and an insurable record.

Education or training

NONE

Level and type of experience

Several years experience in Maintenance related to dormitories, apartments, motels, hotels, etc. with strong supervisory experience.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

License as journey or master in the skilled trades area. High School graduate or GED. Training in structural, electrical, HVAC and plumbing or equivalent work experience.

Conditions of Employment

Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience

Job Requisition Number
S03079

Job Open To
General Public

Open Date
10/06/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary
Please attach resume.

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

College Home Page
https://www.odu.edu/

Department Home Page
https://www.odu.edu/facilities