Building Maintenance Mechanic

Building Maintenance Mechanic

Salary

$41,600.00 - $61,131.20 Annually

Location

800 Orchard St., Lynchburg, VA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

03630

Department

Public Works

Division

Building Maintenance

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Performs difficult skilled work utilizing specialized trade skills in the repair and maintenance of various City buildings, parks and related equipment, by performing the following duties.

This is a full-time position with competitive benefits, including VRS retirement, paid time off, and medical, dental, and vision benefits ($26/month employee-only cost). For more information about working for the City and the competitive benefits, please click here.

An acceptable driving record according to City Driving Criteria is required.

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.

• Supervises, diagnoses, repairs and performs preventive maintenance on building related components and equipment such as heating, ventilation and air condition equipment, to include controls, heat pumps, thermostats, fans, chillers, air handlers, etc.;
• Performs plumbing repairs on water fountains, restroom fixtures, hot water heaters, domestic water lines, sewer lines, swimming pool pumps, chlorinators, etc.;
• Performs work on electrical components to include repair, replacement and additions of breakers, fixtures, ballast, receptacles, motors, etc.;
• Climbs poles and repairs sports lighting system on ball fields, tennis courts, etc.;
• Performs skilled structural repairs;
• Performs rough and finished carpentry work on buildings and facilities;
• Repairs and replaces roofs;
• Repairs masonry, block, brick and concrete surfaces;
• Repairs windows, doors and frames;
• Repairs office furniture and fixtures;
• Repairs and paints interior and exterior of buildings and equipment;
• Responds to emergency calls, including snow removal;
• Maintains records and logs, and prepares reports;
• Maintains Citys building fire extinguishers via inspection, replacement, recharging and code conformity;
• Maintains Citys election equipment via election set-ups, certifications, machine repairs and up keep, and offering repair service on election days;
• Responsible for maintenance of departments tool room, paint room, and first aid supplies;
• Maintains various City building time clocks, City Council chamber clocks, and the City Museum clock.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Other duties provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

• May oversee work of lesser skilled staff on specific jobs.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and considerable experience in skilled building repairs and maintenance work; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid Drivers License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with an acceptable record according to City criteria.

Possession of Commercial Drivers License(CDL) or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.

Relevant background checks must be completed and approved.

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the Citys goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);

the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit

• Life insurance at no cost to the employee

• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.

• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance

• Paid Time Off

• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures

01

List all current trade certifications you possess relevant to building maintenance and repair or construction (for example, Journeyman Electrician).

02

Describe your experience performing skilled building repair and maintenance work. Be specific about the duties you performed and the length of your experience.

03

Which trade do you have the highest level of experience? Give examples of the type and complexity of work that you do in this trade.

04

Describe your experience in small construction project work including any drywall and painting experience.

05

(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.

• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Drivers License during the past 3 years.

06

At times this job requires you to work in hazardous areas, such as climbing light poles, working on roofs, lifting/moving up to 50 pounds. Please indicate if you are able to perform these requirements, with or without accommodations.

• Yes
• No

07

This position normally requires you to work from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday and be available for call duty on evenings, holidays, nights and weekends. Are you available to work when required?

• Yes
• No

08

This position requires you to assist during emergencies, including snow removal, which may occur outside of your normal schedule. Are you willing and able to participate in emergency and snow removal operations?

• Yes
• No

09

If you currently possess a CDL License, please identify the CDL class you possess.

10

Do you have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment?

• Yes
• No

11

DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Drivers License

12

Please provide your drivers license number so that your driving record can be obtained.

Required Question

Employer City of Lynchburg

Address 900 Church Street

Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504

Phone (434) 455-4200

Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources