Posting Summary
Working Title
Trades Technician III
Role Title
Trades Technician III
Role Code
79033-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
03
Position Number
29800058
Agency
Laurel Ridge Community College
Division
Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location
Frederick - 069
Hiring Range
The hiring range for this position is $52,987.00 - $71,532.00. Salary will be commensurate with competencies and experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
Yes
EEO Category
8-Service Maintenance
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 9-5; in extreme weather or emergency situations hours outside of this range may be required
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
For best consideration apply by: 11:59pm on August 8, 2026
Laurel Ridge Community College is looking for a motivated and reliable Trades Technician who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in doing the job right. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work on a variety of tasks. In this role, candidates will work directly with tools, equipment, and materials to support installation, maintenance, and repair projects across a variety of trade disciplines. Candidates should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating attention to detail, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills.
Classified: Compensation and Benefits The hiring range for this position is $52,987.00 – $71,532.00. Salary will be commensurate with competencies and experience. The position is classified staff and as such is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies. For more information, please visit
www.dhrm.virginia.govClick here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (
ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email
eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.
Sponsorship of an employee’s work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.
Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.
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Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated maintenance experience
- Ability to lift heavy objects; drivers license
- Demonstrated experience using landscaping equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, etc.
- Demonstrated experience operating equipment such as bobcats, snow plows, tractors, etc. apprenticeship, certification or license in a dedicated trade such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC
Additional Considerations
- Experience in a variety of trades
- Demonstrated experience leading and completing a variety of projects
- Forklift certification
- Experience w/small engine/mechanical repair
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4547P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
2
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
07/06/2026
Job Close Date
08/08/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
http://www.laurelridge.edu
Contact Name
Faith Gaile
Email
fgaile@laurelridge.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates interested in being considered for a posted position are required to submit an application to the posted position via the
VCCS Career Portal Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their
AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (
DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (
DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the
AHP if they also provide an
AHP Letter. To request an
AHP Letter, use this link:
https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call
DARS at 800-552-5019, or
DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/97702
