Residential Hall Maintenance Technician

AFE; Athens (GA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Skilled Trades Worker (Trades Worker I) for the Housing-Facilities-Maintenance department in Athens. The role supports a 24/7 residential program, performing building maintenance for residence halls and related facilities.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: five years of trades experience or journeyman-level training; may require weekend/on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic carpentry tasks such as repairing doors, door frames, windows, window hardware, and furniture.
• Performs minor/basic repairs to locks and/or door hardware.
• Performs minor plumbing repairs such as replacing washers, unclogging drains, and replacing flush valves.
• Performs basic electrical tasks such as repairing or replacing light fixtures, switches, and receptacles.
• Completes work requests in a timely manner and utilizes the web-based work order system to document work.
• Inspects and performs basic repairs to various appliances.
• Identifies, completes, and possibly plans facilities improvement projects individually or on a team.
• Keeps all work areas clean; Removes trash and debris associated with day-to-day tasks in the immediate shop area.
• Keeps shop area inventoried, stocked, and well organized so that supplies can be easily located by other staff members.
• Participates in the required maintenance after hour's on-call program.
• Performs summer work assignments including implementing special projects and safety inspections, and overseeing a crew of student/temporary employees during the summer.
• Other duties consistent with the purpose and scope of this position may be assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

University of Georgia is seeking a Skilled Trades Worker (Trades Worker I) for the Housing-Facilities-Maintenance department in Athens. The role supports a 24/7 residential program, performing building maintenance for residence halls and related facilities.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: five years of trades experience or journeyman-level training; may require weekend/on-call shifts.