General Maintenance Worker

Muscogee County Schools; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 15,808 - 22,515; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Georgia is seeking a General Maintenance Worker to provide maintenance services across various school facilities. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and related experience. Responsibilities include assisting skilled trades, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring tools and vehicles are properly maintained. The position is full-time and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, offering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Job related experience is required.
• Able to lift 30 lbs. unassisted.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance services as needed.
• Assist skilled maintenance workers with projects.
• Maintain assigned vehicle, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Operating equipment used in skilled trades

Adhering to safety practices

Flexibility to work under a variety of circumstances

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Power and hand tools

Job description

General Maintenance Worker

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Job Details

Job ID: 5506749

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Muscogee County School District has up to 6,000 employees from all backgrounds. We offer opportunities for everyone including support personnel, teachers, leaders, tradespeople, and much more.

Join the Muscogee County School District in “Creating We” in an environment that values the unique experiences and perspectives each of us bring to our community.

WE recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

POSITION TITLE: General Maintenance Worker

FLSA: Non-Exempt

SALARY: $13.91 hourly

WORK DAYS: 249

LOCATION: Plant Services Department

REPORTS TO: Regional Coordinator/Leaderman

This posting is to recruit for existing vacancies and/or positions that become available.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The job of General Maintenance Worker is done for the purpose/s of maintenance services as needed and/or assigned; assisting in a wide variety of maintenance activities; addressing immediate operational and/or safety concerns; assisting skilled trades; and ensuring that tools, materials and vehicles are maintained in good working order and are available at job site when needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Educational Level: High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Certification/License Required: Valid Driver’s License
• Experience: Job related experience is required
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities; able to lift 30 lbs. unassisted
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; operating equipment used in skilled trades, power and hand tools, etc.; adhering to safety practices; handling hazardous materials; planning and managing projects; flexibility to work under a variety of circumstances. Ability to work with a diversity of individuals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Arranges furniture and equipment in providing adequate preparations for special events.
• Assists skilled maintenance workers with installing system component parts, classroom and office equipment and facility components (e.g. lighting, heating and ventilating systems, alarms, plumbing, security, electrical panels, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and workable environment.
• Assists skilled maintenance workers with projects (e.g. transporting and/or securing materials, completing specific tasks, etc.) for the purpose of completing projects in a safe, efficient manner.
• Cleans district buildings and grounds areas as needed and/or assigned to provide an effective working/learning environment, preventing damage and/or limiting liability exposure.
• Coordinates with skilled tradesmen and/or assigned supervisor(s) to ensure the completing of projects and work orders efficiently.
• Maintains assigned vehicle, tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Performs a wide variety of general and semiskilled maintenance activities (e.g. carpentry, painting, electrical, etc.) for the purpose of completing projects within established time frames.
• Prepares written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, work orders, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
• Repairs furniture and building system components for the purpose of ensuring a safe working condition.
• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) to ensure availability of materials required at job site.
• Responds to out of office emergency situations during and after hours under the direction of Leaderman or supervisor for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District 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 (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Chandra Henry
• Email: [e-mail]