Public Works Technician - Building Maintenance

Salary : $44,441.00 - $46,237.00 AnnuallyLocation : Blacksburg, VAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: PWT Build 041026 FTDepartment: Public WorksDivision: Public Works Facilities- Building MaintenanceOpening Date: 03/23/2026Closing Date: 4/10/2026 5:00 PM Eastern General Definition of WorkPerforms intermediate-skilled trades work in the general construction, maintenance, and repair of Town facilities. May perform in the maintenance and repair of varying scopes from small building repairs, involving plumbing, masonry, and carpentry trades, to new construction of commercial buildings, typically under 5000 square feet. This position works under the general supervision of the Facilities Construction Coordinator.Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pmThe Town of Blacksburg is an EEO Employer M/F/D/VEssential Functions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Performs a variety of complex, entry level duties related to the daily maintenance, repair, construction and renovation of Town buildings and facilitiesInterprets construction drawingsEstimates material quantities for projectsProcuring material and suppliesOperating equipment used in general carpentry, plumbing, painting, woodworking, framing, fabrication, sheet rocking, masonry, roofing, insulation, footings, foundations, installation of windows and doors and repair and replacement of locksAssists with snow removal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Thorough knowledge of maintenance, repair and manual tasks of the area assignedGeneral knowledge of the use of common hand and specialized power tools required in the workGeneral knowledge of the safe use and operation and preventive maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment required in the workSkill in the use of equipment to which assignedAbility to perform manual labor for extended periodsAbility to follow instructionsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general publicEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED certification required and three to five years of experience in public utilities and public works facilities maintenance, repair, and construction, or equivalent combination of education and experienceSpecial RequirementsMay require possession of or ability to obtain specific certifications depending on area of assignment.Valid commercial driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia within 90 days of hire, as well as a satisfactory driving recordThis position is subject to a pre-employment drug test Physical Requirements This work requires:The frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, regular exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of forceWork regularly requires using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions, frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and tasting or smellingWork has standard vision requirementsVocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken wordHearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levelsWork requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arms length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activitiesWork regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to the risk of electrical shock and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic)The Town of Blacksburg offers a wide range of benefits.Read more about what we offer

Created: 2026-04-02