Job Description
Qualifications
Must have documented trade experience in at least one of the following: Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing or Electrical;
Must be able to read drawings/blueprints;
A valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record is required;
Essential physical and mental capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, mathematics, organizing and innovation;
Ability to use various ladders/lifts;
Ability to use various custodial and mowing equipment;
This position requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Extensive criminal background check
Pre-employment drug screening
Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
Pre-employment physical examination
Must obtain a Virginia Herbicide/Pesticide Certification within 12 months of hire
Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment
Must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC)
AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply
The application must be detailed and fully completed
Benefits
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience up to $60,000 PLUS Sign-on Bonus
The selected applicant for hire will receive a one-time sign-on bonus in the amount of $5,000.00
Responsibilities
To assist the Regional Operational Maintenance Managers (ROMMs) in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of all associated buildings and grounds within the assigned ROMM’s region
This position provides the Virginia Army National Guard with safe, high quality, cost effective and timely building and grounds maintenance
This position will serve as the primary preventative maintenance Trades Technician for the Fort Belvoir Readiness Center
Job description
Title: Trades Technician - Fort Belvoir
State Role Title: Trades Technician III
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience up to $60,000 PLUS Sign-on Bonus
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Location: Ft Belvoir RC
Agency Website: DMA
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Purpose of Position:
To assist the Regional Operational Maintenance Managers (ROMMs) in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of all associated buildings and grounds within the assigned ROMM’s region.
This position provides the Virginia Army National Guard with safe, high quality, cost effective and timely building and grounds maintenance. This position will serve as the primary preventative maintenance Trades Technician for the Fort Belvoir Readiness Center.
The selected applicant for hire will receive a one-time sign-on bonus in the amount of $5,000.00.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have documented trade experience in at least one of the following: Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing or Electrical;
Must be able to read drawings/blueprints;
A valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record is required;
Essential physical and mental capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, mathematics, organizing and innovation;
Ability to use various ladders/lifts;
Ability to use various custodial and mowing equipment;
This position requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Additional Considerations
Virginia Herbicide/Pesticide Certification preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:
o Extensive criminal background check
o Pre-employment drug screening
o Employment reference checks
o Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
o Pre-employment physical examination
Must obtain a Virginia Herbicide/Pesticide Certification within 12 months of hire.
Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment.
Must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).
The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, ****** orientation, *** (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 2+, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume.
AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).
This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring. This position has been reposted. Previous applicants need not apply.
Contact Information
Name: Loreley A. Leabhart
Phone: (804) 313-16+4
Email: [email protected]
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-XXXXXX+.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2026- February 2+, 2026, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Must have documented trade experience in at least one of the following: Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing or Electrical;
Must be able to read drawings/blueprints;
A valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record is required;
Essential physical and mental capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, mathematics, organizing and innovation;
Ability to use various ladders/lifts;
Ability to use various custodial and mowing equipment;
This position requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Extensive criminal background check
Pre-employment drug screening
Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
Pre-employment physical examination
Must obtain a Virginia Herbicide/Pesticide Certification within 12 months of hire
Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment
Must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC)
AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply
The application must be detailed and fully completed
Benefits
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience up to $60,000 PLUS Sign-on Bonus
The selected applicant for hire will receive a one-time sign-on bonus in the amount of $5,000.00
Responsibilities
To assist the Regional Operational Maintenance Managers (ROMMs) in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of all associated buildings and grounds within the assigned ROMM’s region
This position provides the Virginia Army National Guard with safe, high quality, cost effective and timely building and grounds maintenance
This position will serve as the primary preventative maintenance Trades Technician for the Fort Belvoir Readiness Center
Job description
Title: Trades Technician - Fort Belvoir
State Role Title: Trades Technician III
Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience up to $60,000 PLUS Sign-on Bonus
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Location: Ft Belvoir RC
Agency Website: DMA
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Purpose of Position:
To assist the Regional Operational Maintenance Managers (ROMMs) in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of all associated buildings and grounds within the assigned ROMM’s region.
This position provides the Virginia Army National Guard with safe, high quality, cost effective and timely building and grounds maintenance. This position will serve as the primary preventative maintenance Trades Technician for the Fort Belvoir Readiness Center.
The selected applicant for hire will receive a one-time sign-on bonus in the amount of $5,000.00.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have documented trade experience in at least one of the following: Carpentry, HVAC, Plumbing or Electrical;
Must be able to read drawings/blueprints;
A valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record is required;
Essential physical and mental capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, mathematics, organizing and innovation;
Ability to use various ladders/lifts;
Ability to use various custodial and mowing equipment;
This position requires the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Additional Considerations
Virginia Herbicide/Pesticide Certification preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:
o Extensive criminal background check
o Pre-employment drug screening
o Employment reference checks
o Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
o Pre-employment physical examination
Must obtain a Virginia Herbicide/Pesticide Certification within 12 months of hire.
Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment.
Must obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).
The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, ****** orientation, *** (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 2+, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume.
AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).
This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring. This position has been reposted. Previous applicants need not apply.
Contact Information
Name: Loreley A. Leabhart
Phone: (804) 313-16+4
Email: [email protected]
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-XXXXXX+.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2026- February 2+, 2026, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Trades Technician - Fort Belvoir position is now open for candidates interested in the Operator & Technician Jobs sector. This role in Fairfax offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operator & Technician Jobs is a plus.
