General Facilities Technician 00250

*Working Title:*General Facilities Technician 00250 *Role Title:*Trades Technician II *Position Number:*00250 *FLSA:*Non Exempt *Appointment Type:*Full 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?:*No *Departmental Objective:*Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining campus buildings utilizing the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades as well as housekeeping and floor maintenance. *Purpose of the Position:*This position will be responsible for building repair work. Perform on and off campus residential, office furniture, and/or equipment moves. Set up and break down for special events and functions. Assist various trades in repairs. Perform pressure washing. Clean mechanical spaces and perform other duties as assigned. *Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:* * Under minimal supervision, must be able to understand and work safely around moderately complex carpentry, plumbing and electrical work sites * Skilled in the use of hand and power tools * Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions * Ability to resolve most routine questions and problems * Ability to prioritize work orders * Ability to know when to refer questions and problems to supervisor * Ability to issue written and/or oral instructions * Knowledge of moving practices and ability to set up for special events * Knowledge of making building maintenance repairs * Ability to use a pressure washer * Ability to operate a forklift * Ability to work weekends and after-hours for events (e.g. football games, etc.) and event preparations *Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :Education Required:* * High school diploma or equivalent * Valid driver’s license *Experience Required:* * Experience in making simple building repairs * Experience working from heights using various equipment such as lifts, ladders and/or scaffolding * Experience with lifting heaving objects and/or knowledge of OSHA lifting guidelines *Additional Consideration(s):Education Preferred:* * Lift Certification, Forklift Operator License *Experience Preferred:* * Experience working at a college or university * Experience moving furniture and equipment * Experience assisting with setting up special events to include setting up tents * Experience in the use of 80’ boom lift * Experience with pressure washing * Experience in scheduling and assigning work * Experience with purchasing * Experience with conducting fire extinguisher monthly checks *Salary Information:*Starting at $34,277, Commensurate with Education and Experience. *CNU Information:*This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit [https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/](https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/). *Role Code:*79032 *Conditions of Employment:* * This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period. * Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program. * *Ability to work weekends and after-hours for events (e.g. football games, etc.) and event preparations* *Is this position telework eligible?:*No *Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):*Essential *Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):*Essential *Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):*Essential *Pushing/Pulling:*Essential *Standing:*Essential *Sitting:*Essential *Bending:*Essential *Walking:*Essential *Climbing:*Essential *Reaching:*Essential *Repetitive Motion:*Essential *Fast Pace:*Essential *Average Pace:*Essential *Multiple Priorities:*Essential *Intense Customer Interaction:*Essential *Multiple Stimuli:*Essential *Frequency Changes:*Essential *Memory:*Essential *Reasoning:*Essential *Hearing:*Essential *Reading:*Essential *Analyzing:*Essential *Logic:*Essential *Verbal Communication:*Essential *Written Communication:*Essential *Posting Number:*PS1152P *Number of Vacancies:*1 *Posting Date:*09/11/2025 *Closing Date:*09/28/2025 *Open Until Filled:*No *Special Instructions to Applicants:*CNU will only accept online applications through the [jobs.cnu.edu](https://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/19867](https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/19867) *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](https://cnu.edu/titleixeo/_pdf/cnu-notice_of_nondiscrimination_and_titleix_policy_statement.pdf) *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](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.