Temporary Summer Maintenance Workers

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

3d • $14 - $14

About The Position

Come be a part of the JMU community and a valuable member of the Facilities
Management team! James Madison University is seeking a few Temporary Summer
Maintenance Workers for the Oil Burner Shop and for the Power Plant. No previous
experience is required, but a willingness to learn is essential!

Positions work up to 40 hours per week and start as early as May 4th and extend
through August 21, 2026. Shift is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
with some flexibility allowed.

Requirements

• Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years old as of the start date
• Mechanical knowledge and experience is helpful, but not required
• Applicants for the Oil Burner Shop must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds with or without an accommodation
• Beneficial to have or to currently be taking HVAC vocational training

Nice To Haves

• Beneficial to have or to currently be taking HVAC vocational training

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the disassembly, inspection, cleaning and re-assembly of boilers, convectors, hot water heaters and heat exchangers
• Taking care of miscellaneous pipe work, insulation, valve replacements, etc.

Benefits

• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed