Utilities Supervisor Senior
James Madison University
HarrisonburgPosted Discovered via the company's careers siteMatch locked
Full-time Staff (Classified)Facilities / Skilled Trades
State Role Title
Trades Technician IV
Position Type
Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division
Business Services
Department
300131 - Trades/Shop AUX
Pay Band
4
Pay Rate
Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount
$70,000-$75,000
Is this a JMU only position?
No
Is this a grant-funded position?
No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?
No
Beginning Review Date
10/31/2026
About JMU
At James Madison University (JMU), we're more than just a publicly funded institution - we're a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.
Why Work at JMU? We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
- Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
- Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
- Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
- Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
At JMU, we believe in Being the Change - and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.
Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment
General Information
Facilities Management at JMU currently has an open position for a Utilities Supervisor Senior. This position will organize, manage, supervise and maintain a comprehensive building maintenance program. We are looking for someone that can ensure buildings are serviced and maintained to the highest standard while working directly with building coordinators, customers and contractors.
Duties and Responsibilities
•Providing effective supervision to a staff working in a 24/7 multi-craft environment
•Communicating essential information to employees, trade managers and any other designated individuals
•Scheduling and delegating tasks
•Working with procurement to ensure policies and procedures are followed
•Performing building maintenance and repair for a variety of electrical, plumbing, painting , utility and carpentry needs for student housing, academic and administrative facilities
•Working closely with planner/scheduler on all scheduled work to ensure that everyone is updated
•Assisting with the planning, labor and implementation of events as necessary
Qualifications
•Extensive Knowledge in zone maintenance concepts and building utilities repairs to include, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, roof, carpet and building codes
•Strong supervisory and project management skills
•Ability to properly identify and troubleshoot facility breakdowns and assign proper skill level employee to remedy the problems
•Extensive knowledge of power tools
•Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
•Ability to inspect work for quality control
•Ability to provide effective, timely and professional communication to a variety of people
•Knowledge of basic computer and budgeting skills
•Ability to accommodate any necessary temporary shift demands based on business need
Conditions of Employment
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
Not included in the source posting: benefits.
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