Service​/Maintenance - Attapulgus

Posting Number

S13490P

Working Title

Service/Maintenance - Attapulgus

Department

CAES-Attapulgus Rsch & Ed Ctr

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About

the College/Unit/Department

The Attapulgus Research and Education Center is located in the southwest corner of Georgia, about five miles north of the state line. Established in 1939, the center continues to help support area farmers by researching crops that can be adapted to the sandy coastal plain soil and local weather conditions.

College/Unit/Department website

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Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Non-Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Part Time

Additional Schedule Information

To be determined by the Superintendent and/or Farm Manager.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate With Experience

Posting Date

04/17/2025

Open until filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

05/11/2025

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

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Classification Title

Service/Maintenance Worker

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

0.49

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary

This part-time position will provide general maintenance and landscaping support at UGA’s Attapulgus Research and Education Center.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

General maintenance and landscaping competency.

Physical Demands

Working in varying environmental conditions. Stooping, bending, squatting, walking. Lifting 50 pounds. Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records,…