Regional Maintenance Tech 2 - Columbus

Defense, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

401(k) plan with matching employer

Retirement benefits

Life Insurance

Job summary

The State of Georgia, Department of Defense invites applications for a Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance and minor construction across facilities in the Columbus area. The role focuses on HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and building integrity, with substantial travel and administrative duties.

Qualified candidates will have an associate degree or 3 years of relevant experience, and may need EPA Refrigerant Technician Certification within 3–6 months.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field or 3 years of experience in engineering, maintenance, renovation, and construction of facilities.
• EPA Refrigerant Technician Certification required within 3 - 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections of HVAC units, physical structures, plumbing fixtures/hardware and electrical devices.
• Carry out minor construction and repairs across multiple facilities.
• Travel up to 75% to assist at GA ARNG facilities statewide and provide high level customer service.

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Regional Maintenance Tech 2 - Columbus

Agency: Department of Defense

Job Requisition ID: JR0000006790

Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $53,000

Job Description: The Georgia Army National Guard's Construction and Facilities Management Office is looking for a technically proficient, self motivated maintenance professional to serve as our Maintenance Engineer in the Columbus area. The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for multiple facilities, performing minor construction and repairs as well as preventive maintenance and inspections of HVAC units, physical structures, plumbing fixtures/hardware and electrical devices. At times, the Maintenance Engineer may also travel outside the assigned area to assist at other GA ARNG facilities throughout the state. The position also includes administrative work requiring a wide range of computer skills. The ability to provide a high level of customer service to various levels of personnel within the GAARNG is an essential success factor as well. Daily travel is required 75% of the time - a vehicle and cell phone will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to those qualified applicants who have carpentry experience and are licensed in HVAC (Conditioned Air License - Class II), electrical, and/or plumbing.
• *EPA Refrigerant Technician Certification required within 3 - 6 months of hire.*

The selected applicant must meet the following standards:

• Possess a valid drivers' license.
• Pass a pre-employment drug-test (subject to random testing post-hire).
• Pass a pre-employment background check, which includes Georgia criminal history records, as well as a post-hire federal background investigation.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Selected applicant must meet the following standards:

• 1. Must pass a pre-employment background check (which includes criminal records check, driver's history, and verification of work history) and a post-hire federal background investigation.
• 2. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and will be placed in the pool for the State Random Drug Testing Program.
• 3. Eligible to work in the U.S.
• 4. Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

“AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE”

Benefits

• Paid Leave Vacation: 10 hours per month (15 days each year)
• Sick Leave: 10 hours per month (15 days each year)
• Holidays: 13 paid holidays authorized by the State of Georgia
• Retirement - 401(k) plan with a matching employer contribution
• ERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Optional 457 Retirement Plans Available
• Elective Insurance - Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Legal
• Critical Illness
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Life & Dependent Life Insurance
• Tax Deferred Spending Accounts - Healthcare
• Childcare Education
• ***The GADOD is a Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Qualified Employer.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university; or three (3) years of experience in engineering, maintenance, renovation, and construction of facilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.