Trades Specialist I - Facilities & Services

The Facilities Management Department at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Trades Specialist I.

About the Opportunity:

Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Lead, incumbent will provide a safe and secure environment for students, Faculty, and staff at West Virginia University. This is done by specifying, purchasing, installing, repairing, rekeying, and maintaining all locks, door hardware, keying systems, safes, and written computerized records of these key systems for the University.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What you'll do:

• Responsible to function independently as a unique craft or skill.
• Rekeys locks. Repairs, replaces, or modifies all door hardware such as locks, hinges, closer stops, and coordinators.
• Fabricates and installs doors, wood and metal door frames, weather stripping, interior and exterior trim, and finish hardware.
• Performs building maintenance for all door security hardware including repairing or adjusting door swing so it will operate correctly.
• Provides complete written and computerized records of keying systems to all WVU Physical Plant maintained buildings.
• Opens file cabinets and security files, repairs, or installs new locks on cabinets; fabricates or repairs parts, levers, and springs for locks that are no longer available.
• Performs repairs and maintains proper function of ADA openers (mechanical or electrical).
• Works with Building Supervisors and Key Control Supervisors in designing, implementing, and day-to-day operation of key and lock systems.
• Install, repair, and maintain all electronic lock hardware. Works closely with electronic personnel to ensure proper operations of same.
• Operate computers utilizing various software programs, such as: Unifier, C-Bord and Onity lock systems, key data bases, code source, and engraving machines.
• Updates electronic access of Facilities Management personnel within the Onity and C-Bord access data bases (assigning personnel to templates for access).
• Operates all equipment trucks, key machines, grinders, and associated locksmithing equipment. Utilizes computer software to cut, list, and track keys and associated locking mechanisms.
• May be required to perform general maintenance duties either in relation to normal journeyman responsibilities or assisting other trades such as but not limited to: low level electrical connection, lighting, sheet metal fabrication, painting, carpentry, plumbing, millwright work, etc.
• May be required to move, load, and carry all materials and equipment necessary to complete all phases of assigned maintenance and construction projects. May be required to assist in the effort of moving any existing conditions which interfere with the flow of the project. When project is completed, work site must be left in a clean and orderly fashion.

Pay Grade: 13

Hours: 7-3p

• High School diploma or GED
• Must have one of the following:
  
  
  
  • 2 years of experience with the mechanical, electrical, and electronic application of the locksmithing trade, including lock systems, lock hardware, and key types.
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    Completion of an associate degree as a locksmith.

    
    
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    Completion of a 2-year accredited vocational locksmithing program.

    
    
  
  
  
  
• A minimum of six (6) months of technical/vocational training plus 2 years of hand-on carpentry and/or mechanical experience - OR-
• A minimum of 2.5 years of hands-on carpentry and/or mechanical experience
• Locksmith experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of lock systems, lock hardware, and key types
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical, carpentry, electrical and electronic systems as related to locksmithing
• Thorough knowledge of specifications and codes for safety, fire, and disability issues
• Ability to evaluate and assess key systems appropriate for a specific need
• Demonstrated ability to operate and personal computer for the purpose of data input
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot common locksmithing issues and solve
• Ability to receive EH&S training on PAPR.

Physical Demands & Coordination:

• Work requires speed and accuracy of hand/eye coordination in the use of complicated instruments, equipment, or hand power tools requiring speed and adeptness. When rekeying a lock, accuracy is a must and also extraordinary skill and precision.
• Must be able to climb and work from ladders.

• Valid Driver's License

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.