Trades/Utilities Mechanic, Position no. 01672

Title: Trades/Utilities Mechanic, Position no. 01672

State Role Title: Trades Technician IV

Hiring Range: $58,240.00 - $66,976.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: PT FACILITIES SERVICES DIV

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is looking to hire a Trades/Utilites Mechanic for a position with its Facilities Services and Planning administration.

The Trades Technician Reports directly to the Superintendent of the Field, and in their absence, the Deputy Director of Maintenance and Operations. This position oversees facility maintenance and repairs for their assigned district. The role is responsible for ensuring that all DMV facilities within the district remain fully functional, safe, and compliant with state and federal regulations.

This includes managing and performing repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other essential building systems. Additionally, the position supports emergency preparedness, coordinates with external vendors for specialized maintenance needs, and upholds DMV and OSHA safety standards to provide a secure, operational environment for employees and customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• • Knowledge of building operations, construction related and facility best practices.
• • Understanding of building materials, methods, and tools used in construction.
• • Familiarity with the national building code and regulations, as well as compliance requirements at federal, state, and local levels.
• • Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics for construction and maintenance projects.
• • Skilled in coordinating and managing multiple projects, timelines, and maintaining compliance with safety and construction standards.
• • Capable of identifying problems and implementing solutions.
• • Competent in making independent decisions, especially in the absence of higher management, including emergency repairs and maintenance tasks.
• • Proficient in using mechanical tools, electronic testing devices, repair, ensuring that all equipment meets operational standards.
• • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues quickly and effectively.
• • Strong communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective coordination with multiple stakeholders.
• • Proficient in data entry, analysis, and reporting using DMV systems to maintain accurate records and inform management decisions, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• • Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation, with strong oral and written communication skills for reporting and compliance.

Additional Considerations

•Familiarity with towing utility trailers and operating large vehicles in various conditions.
•Has obtained a Masters License in construction class A, B, or C and/or equivalent.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a 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 for this position.

Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.

All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.

As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.

Submission of an online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc., in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience and years of experience to properly assess your skills in the screening process. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.

Contact Information

• Name: DMV Employment
• Phone: 804-367-0528
• Email: employment@dmv.virginia.gov

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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.