Skilled Trades Worker
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Plumber
Skilled Trades Worker
Posting Number: S14520P
Department: FMD-O&M-HSC Zone Shop
Posting Type: External
Employment Type: Employee (Full Time)
Retirement Plan: TRS
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-4:00 PM; on‑call rotation; possible overtime evenings/weekends
Advertised Salary: $35,500 annually
Location: Athens Area
Proposed Starting Date: 01/19/2026
Posting Date: 12/17/2025
Position SummaryThis employee assists senior trades‑persons in maintaining and repairing mechanical and structural components of the University of Georgia’s built environment. The role involves intermediate repairs of HVAC equipment, fume hoods, water/steam distribution, and plumbing; basic installation of electrical, plumbing, chilled water, and steam distribution systems; and general building maintenance.
Responsibilities- Perform basic installation, repair, and replacement of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, chilled water, and steam distribution components.
- Inspect assigned buildings and related fixtures, mechanical equipment, and structural components.
- Operate electric and battery‑powered tools (saws, drills, presses, grinders, welders) under direct supervision.
- Transport building materials over long distances and across multiple levels.
- Document performed actions and timekeeping.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to engage and complete intermediate repairs independently.
- Use measuring tools and basic math skills.
- Basic troubleshooting, framing, and structural work.
- Safe use of scaffolding and ladder work.
- Lift up to 75 lbs.
- Stand, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, and work with hands above head.
- Work in extreme conditions, trenches, confined spaces, attics, crawl spaces, and mechanical rooms.
- Work from a standard and extended ladder.
EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment irrespective of age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing accommodations are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).
ContactRecruitment Contact:
Lisa Johnson | Email: lisawc | Phone:
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