Trades/Utilities Worker Senior

Title: Trades/Utilities Worker Senior

State Role Title: Trades Technician III

Hiring Range: $53,214-$60,810

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Bon Air JCC

Agency Website: ww.djj.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

The Trades/Utilities Worker Senior safely provides basic journeyman level skilled support to Central Maintenance Unit in the areas of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and locksmith. This role provides assistance for maintenance services both inside and outside of secure perimeter juvenile correctional facility.

This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants will not need to reapply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of general trades and ability to assist with performing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, grounds, and locksmith duties with minimal assistance and guidance.
  
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and diagrams.
  
• Demonstrated ability to use all tools relative to maintenance trades.
  
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, understand, and communicate instructions.
  
• Ability to lift heavy objects as required.
  
• Ability to serve on-call during nights, weekends, and holidays, on a rotating basis.
  

Additional Considerations

• Valid  driver’s license;
• Electrical or other related trades certificate/licenses.

Special Instructions

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You will be provided an email confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application. Status updates will not be provided via telephone or email.

Background & Pre-employment Screenings:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Pre-employment medical screenings are required for some DJJ positions.

Driver License: A valid driver’s license is required of DJJ employees to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans:
DJJ is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent