"TRADES/UTILITY SENIOR WORKER"

Posting Details

Working Title: TRADES/UTILITY SENIOR WORKER

Position Number: 00412A

Department: HOUSING MAINTENANCE

Location: Norfolk, VA

Type of Position: Classified

Type of Job: Full Time

EEO Category: G Skilled Craft Workers

Job Description:

To perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks, as assigned by the maintenance supervisor, in maintaining the mechanical, structural, electrical and plumbing components of the assigned building and grounds.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

General technical knowledge of primary building maintenance. Ability to make repairs to electrical, plumbing, mechanical and structural building components, and grounds independently. Able to perform skilled repair and maintenance tasks in one or more specialized trade/utilities area. Working skill in the use of a variety of diagnostic tools, instruments, equipment, hand and power tools.

Special licenses, registration or certification:

Valid Virginia drivers license and an insurable record.

Education or training:

None

Level and type of experience:

Experience performing general work in a variety of trades areas – with some experience performing skilled work in the assigned trades/utilities area.

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

Journeyman or Masters License in skill trades relating to Maintenance of all types i.e. Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC and Carpentry. Maintenance experience in the higher education environment. High School Diploma or equivalent. Training in skilled trade/craft. Computer usage skills desired.

Conditions of Employment:

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

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Job Open To: General Public

Open Date: 12/11/2025

Close Date: 01/16/2026

Special Instructions Summary: Please attach resume.

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

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