The Facilities Management Department at the University of Virginia has an exciting opportunity to join their Elevator team as an Elevator Assistant Mechanic. Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. With over 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair and maintenance of UVA's buildings, infrastructure and grounds as well as other University-owned and leased properties.

Position Summary:

Elevator Assistant Mechanics provide technical support in the repair and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment related to elevators, dumbwaiters, wheelchair lifts and other hydraulic or electric lift devices. They assist Elevator Mechanics on all elevator equipment at the University per established standards while learning the trade. Elevator Assistant Mechanics are provided guidance and on the job training from Elevator Mechanics in elevator maintenance and repair. Assistants work under direct supervision but must demonstrate the ability to perform tasks with increasing independence.  In order to help foster a safe work environment, Incumbents will comply with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations while supporting safe vertical transportation of students, staff, patients and visitors throughout the University.

The Elevator Assistant Mechanic is a role that is designed to develop credentialed Elevator Mechanics. The Elevator Assistant Mechanic shall complete the four-year CET Training Curriculum that is provided by the department, which is a combination of on-the-job training and 12 courses of home-based study.  Interim milestones for demonstrable progress on skills development will also be provided. Continued employment as an Elevator Assistant Mechanic is contingent upon meeting those milestones. Elevator Assistant Mechanics must complete all assigned/required training modules and pass CET examination within the first five years of employment or be subject to administrative action per University policies.

​Duties include:

Provide basic preventive maintenance, service, and troubleshooting of elevator equipment.

Perform repair work and follow-up inspections.

Conduct inspections and safety tests.

Assist in emergency response calls under the guidance of elevator mechanic which may require removal of passengers from disabled elevators.

In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent

Two years of experience in construction or a maintenance field, or completion of a two-year construction related accredited vocational education program

Valid driver's license

​Preferred Qualifications:

Journey Level License in Electrical or Mechanical trades

Compensation:

The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 per hour ($52,000 - $62,400 Annually). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:

22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave

Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs

Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System

Tuition and professional development benefits

Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year

Physical Demands:

Employee will be required to crawl, kneel, squat, bend and twist in order to perform their work. Employee will work with materials of different weights and perform repetitive motions. Must be comfortable with climbing ladders and working from extreme heights. The employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision and sense of smell.

To Apply:

Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0069305/Elevator-Assistant-Mechanic. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile.  Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:

Resume

***Please note that you MUST upload ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS into the CV/Resume box, into which multiple documents can be uploaded. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration.***

This position will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter, at hjv5vm@virginia.edu

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.