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Virginia Tech

Location: BlacksburgVA 24061 Document ID: AC004-0LI2 Posted on: 2018-03-3103/31/2018 Job Type: Part-time

Job Schedule:Part-time
2018-04-30
 

Temporary Trades/Labor Pool

Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university, committed to teaching and learning, research, and outreach to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world. Building on its motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to InclusiveVT-serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice the Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our on-going efforts to increase access and inclusion, and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members. Virginia Tech actively seeks a broad spectrum of candidates to join our community in preparing leaders for the world.

Position Summary:
The Trades/Labor Temporary Pool opens on or about January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1. It closes March 31, June 30, September 30 and December 31. You are responsible for reapplying each quarter to ensure your application is active.
These emergency hire positions will be temporary hourly appointments providing general maintenance, grounds-keeping, trades, and labor support to various departments on campus.
Duties and responsibilities vary depending on departmental needs. Duties may include but are not limited to miscellaneous service and minor repairs in a variety of trades areas such as carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, heating and air conditioning and grounds. Work is routine and manual, such as cleaning and lubricating equipment, replacing and cleaning filters, painting, moving furniture, mowing, weed eating and snow removal.
Emergency Hire opportunities are limited to 130 calendar days of employment.

Required Qualifications:
Required qualifications may vary based on assignment. Candidates with the appropriate combination of experience and skills will be considered. Knowledge of trades and grounds maintenance; basic skills in techniques, tools, materials and equipment; must be able to use hand and power tools to perform manual labor; must be able to complete assignments in a timely manner; strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact comfortably and respectfully with all individuals in a diverse multicultural environment.

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