Utility Worker

Posting Details

Posting Number: S14986P

Working Title: Utility Worker

Department: Housing-Facilities-Maintenance

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: M-F, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 a.m. Some evening and weekend work required

Advertised Salary: $34,500

Posting Date: 04/13/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 05/25/2026

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Location This position is located in the Athens area; travel or driving may be required as part of duties.

Special Instructions to Applicants: We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

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Classification

Title:

Maintenance Worker I

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.0

High school diploma or equivalent

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Five years of experience, vocational training in one of the applicable trades, or any equivalent combination of training and experience

The primary function of this employee is to participate in maintenance related activities to develop proficiency in all aspects of skilled trades. This employee will perform a variety of building maintenance tasks in and around various residence halls, including pathways and public areas. This incumbent serves in one of five facilities zones, housing between 1,000 – 2,000 residents each. The position performs duties necessary to uphold communication and customer service with a variety of peers, residents and other departmental stakeholders;

performs periodic duties during weekend and holiday shifts to uphold the standards of care for a 24-hour, seven-day a week residential program. Must be available to work specified shift, with occasional additional shifts on Saturday, Sunday, or after hours, as needed.

• Safely operates and uses various tools associated with the skilled trades worker field, e.g. power and hand tools.
• Carries out work assignments with the expected degree of independence and with limited callbacks for cleanup or additional repairs.
• Effectively communicates and collaborates in a professional and consistent manner with a wide variety of individuals such as building service workers, residence hall staff, students/families and other team members via telephone, in writing, or in person.
• Proven ability to work as a team member.
• Can effectively utilize a variety of computer applications in the completion of assigned tasks, including but not limited to One Source, the Microsoft Office Suite, UGA email and employee websites.

• Commit to a University Housing-first philosophy by promoting student success and supporting University Housing, Division of Student Affairs and University of Georgia missions and goals.
• Safeguard the physical security of University Housing facilities, protect sensitive information through adherence to cybersecurity polices and best practices, promptly report any security concerns or incidents, and promote a culture of security awareness to ensure secure on-campus residential communities.
• Embrace an entrepreneurial spirit by sharing opportunities to protect departmental resources and find cost savings.
• Be present and on time for all scheduled work, communicating proactively for unavoidable absences and adhering to policies and procedures for leave requests, as these are crucial for overall productivity, team morale and operational efficiency.
• Provide a positive student experience by being courteous, caring, patient, flexible and working to resolve issues or problems in a timely manner. Collaborate with team members across University Housing, as needed, and communicate issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a positive and productive environment by consistently following department, campus and USG…