Facilities Coordinator

Job Description Mechanical Engineering is seeking a Facilities Coordinator who will assist the Director of Facilities in a wide range of responsibilities. Some of the duties include assist Director of Facilities with development of plans for renovations and handling of ongoing facility maintenance and repair; oversee relocation of ME labs, equipment, and offices. Assist with routine lab inspections. Work with the Facilities Assistant and Laboratory Instrument Maker to assemble and install new laboratory equipment; assist with inventory control (surplus property) and inventory audit conducted by the VT Controller's Office; aid in the removal of unwanted items and cleaning of laboratories in preparation for new faculty occupants; other tasks as assigned by the Director of Facilities. Required Qualifications • Must be able to lift and carry 25+ lbs safely and regularly. • Physically capable of performing manual tasks for extended periods. • Comfortable using hand tools and performing basic maintenance tasks. • Ability to communicate effectively with contractors and trade personnel. • Expertise in record keeping skills; Computer skills on Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook and Excel. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in a facilities or maintenance role is a plus, but not required. • Experience in building and grounds maintenance, including renovations. • Knowledge of university renovation and fixed assets policies and procedures, including inventory, audit and surplus -preferred but not required. Pay Band 3 Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information $17 - $20 Hours per week 25-29 Review Date March 9, 2026 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Amanda Collins at during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

Created: 2026-03-04