Trades/Utility Worker H-430 at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, Virginia

Job Description:

Working Title:

Trades/Utility Worker H-430

Role Title:

Trades Technician I

Position Number:

H-430

FLSA:

Non Exempt

Appointment Type:

Part Time

Type of Posting:

General Public

Is Sensitive Position?:

No

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a "designated position" meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

Yes

If Restricted Position, please paste statement:

This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective:

The David Student Union at Christopher Newport University goal is to offer exceptional meeting and event accommodations, support the personal and academic development of the University community, and expand the reach of the University to the local, regional, and national spotlight.

Purpose of the Position:

Reporting to the Building Manager of the David Student Union through the Maintenance Supervisor, this position will perform moderately complex building maintenance tasks. In addition, this position will ensure the David Student Union, Alumni House and Commons is well-maintained, clean and safe.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

• Ability to perform repairs in residential areas.


• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and to perform some manual labor.


• Ability to escort vendors while on campus, for the purpose of answering questions and providing entry to secure areas.


• Ability to resolve issues, be able to prioritize work-orders, and inform management of potential issues.


• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education: High school graduate or equivalent education and experience that equates to a high school diploma.





Experience: Previous experience using hand tools, power drills, tap/die sets, power augers, handsaws etc.

Additional Consideration(s):

Experience: Experience working in a university or residential setting. Previous experience in performing moderately complex maintenance and advanced skilled maintenance.
Experience trouble shooting and performing duties involving moderately complex carpentry, plumbing and electrical work.

Role Code:

79031

Salary Information:

Starting at $17.06 per hour.

Conditions of Employment:

This is an HOURLY position and does NOT entitle the incumbent to Commonwealth of Virginia benefits and is limited to 1500 hours in a 365-day period;


Selected candidate will be required to attend a 2-Day New Employee Orientation Program.

Posting Date:

09/13/2024

Closing Date:

01/09/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

CNU will only accept online applications through the
jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).


In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/18132

EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.




Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Request:

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services
(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link:
https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check:

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.

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