Title: Trades Tech IV-Asst Director

State Role Title: Trades Technician IV

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

Agency Website: https://www.pgh.dbhds.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH), operated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is a 123-bed psychiatric facility dedicated exclusively to serving individuals aged 65 and older.

At PGH, we are committed to delivering person-centered mental health services that empower older adults to thrive in their communities. As the only state facility in Virginia focused solely on the mental health needs of seniors, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of a team that is making a meaningful difference every day.

Our vision is to be recognized as a statewide leader in geriatric mental health, a model hospital, a teaching center, and a trusted resource for other healthcare providers. We strive to be an indispensable partner in Virginia’s community-based services system and the most efficient provider of geropsychiatric care.

At PGH, we lead with H.E.A.R.T — Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork — in every step we take!

Bring your leadership and trade expertise to a role where you can make a lasting impact on the safety, comfort, and operations of our campus. As an Assistant Facilities Director, you’ll lead a skilled team across multiple trades, manage important construction and renovation projects, and ensure our facility remains safe, efficient, and compliant. This is a great opportunity to combine hands-on knowledge with supervisory experience while contributing to an environment that supports both staff and patients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Directing, supervising, and supporting staff across multiple trades, primarily HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, but can also include carpentry, automotive/fleet, and grounds.

• Managing construction, renovation, and maintenance projects, from planning and design to completion, ensuring compliance with all codes and safety standards.

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and sketches to guide project planning and execution.

• Accurately estimating materials, equipment, and labor costs, and monitoring budgets for assigned projects.

• Communicating effectively with staff, contractors, inspectors, vendors, and regulatory agencies to ensure smooth operations and compliance.

• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and performing or directing mechanical repairs to facility systems and equipment.

• Ensuring compliance with DHRM, DBHDS, OSHA, NFPA, DEQ, BCOM, Virginia Fire Codes, and emergency response requirements.

• Supporting departmental budgeting processes and maintaining accurate records for materials, labor, and costs.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of maintenance for a state facility, including knowledge of the various trades involved established standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of management of construction/renovation projects.
• Skill in the use of and reading blueprints, sketches, etc.
• Ability to estimate accurately the material, equipment, and budget needed to complete a
  job.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff.
• Project and service contractors, inspectors and vendors.
• This position requires working knowledge of DHRM, DBHDS, OSHA General Industry Standards, NFPA, DEQ, and BCOM requirements.
• Must also be conversant in Virginia Fire Codes, Hazardous Material Handling, and Emergency Response Planning.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and make mechanical repairs, to facility equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise others.
• Knowledge of departmental budgeting process.
  

Additional Considerations

• Experience as a maintenance manager/supervisor in any of the building/maintenance trades listed; HVAC, plumbing & electrical required.
  
• Certification in one trade required, with knowledge of other trades necessary for maintaining a state facility preferred.
• Experience interacting with residents/patients within an institutional environment
  preferred.
• Experience in providing supervision and/or training to residents preferred.
• Experience supervising and training others in trades is preferred.
• Experience in troubleshooting all mechanical aspects of the building preferred.

Special Instructions

Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. 

You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account. 

This position is open until filled; however, applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date. 

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. 

Under Virginia Code § 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific (“barrier”) crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending (“barrier”) charges as listed under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.02.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at 804-766-3322 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). 

Equal Opportunity: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. 

Veteran Preference: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application. 

Benefits: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more! 

Contact Information

Name: PGH Human Resources

Phone: 804-766-3322

Email: pgh.hr@dbhds.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.