Facilities Maintenance Worker

Posting Summary Working Title:
Facilities Maintenance Worker

Role Title:
Trades Technician I

Role Code:
79031-SW

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Pay Band:
01

Position Number:
287W0135

Agency:
Mountain Gateway Community College

Division:
Mountain Gateway Community College (Div)

Work Location:
Alleghany - 005

Hiring Range:
$16.50 to $18.50 an hour (depending upon experience)

Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No

EEO Category:
3-Technicians

Full Time or Part Time:
Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-:

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?:

Work Schedule:
Position Type: Part-Time (20 hours/week)
Schedule: Flexible hours based on the needs of the college

Sensitive Position:
No

Job Description:Mountain Gateway Community College ( MGCC ) is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge. MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual. The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students. Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies.

Mountain Gateway Community College is seeking a reliable and skilled Facilities Maintenance Worker to join our team on a part-time basis. This position offers a flexible schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, with hours scheduled based on the needs of the college.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on college equipment and facilities
• Troubleshoot electrical and plumbing issues to ensure operational efficiency
• Operate small equipment such as tractors, skid steers, and mowing machinery
• Use hand tools effectively for various maintenance tasks
• Assist with other maintenance-related duties as needed to support college operations
• Provide general grounds maintenance, including mowing lawns and trimming weeds
• Other duties as assigned

Special Assignments:

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications:
Qualifications:

• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and plumbing systems
• Proficient in operating small machinery and equipment
• Good working knowledge of hand tools and safety procedures
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Flexible schedule based on college needs

Additional Considerations:

• Prior experience in maintenance, repair, or related fields preferred

Operation of a State Vehicle:
Yes

Supervises Employees:
No

Required Travel:
some travel

Posting Detail Information Posting Number:
WGE_2693P

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies:
1

Position End Date (if temporary):

Job Open Date:
08/14/2025

Job Close Date:
08/20/2025

Open Until Filled:

Agency Website:
www.mgcc.edu/jobs

Contact Name:

Email:

Phone Number:

Special Instructions to Applicants:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at ..., or DBVI at ...

Additional Information:

Background Check Statement Disclaimer:

The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement:
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement:
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement:

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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