Skilled Trades Worker

Skilled Trades Worker

Posting Number
: S12109P

Department
:
Housing-Facilities-Maintenance

Employment Type
:
Full Time Employee

Schedule
:
Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location
:
Athens, GA

Salary
: $35,500 (advertised)

Posting Date
: 09/18/2025

Proposed Starting Date
: 11/01/2025

The primary function of this position is to perform a variety of building maintenance tasks in and around the residence halls of the University of Georgia. This person works in a community housing environment with approximately 1,000 student residents.

• 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 and removes trash and debris associated with day‑to‑day tasks in the 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‑hours on‑call program.
• Performs summer work assignments including implementing special projects and safety inspections and scheduling 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.

• Climb stairs and ladders; may work from a ladder or scaffold.
• Bend at the waist and knees.
• Work with arms and hands overhead for an extended period.
• Use, care and maintain hand tools and power tools.
• Lift and move items at least 60 pounds in weight, both assisted and unassisted.
• May occasionally perform work related duties outdoors in hot or cold weather conditions.
• Safely operate a UGA state vehicle, as necessary.

• Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, formal training programs, or on‑the‑job training. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

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

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; no work‑visa sponsorship offered.
• 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.
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care:
  Yes.
• Does This Position Have Security Access:
  Yes.
• Credit Check:
  Required for all positions with financial responsibilities.
• Background Investigation:
  Completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, credit check, and drug test if applicable.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Contact Name: Carrie Chitwood

Contact Email: cachitwo

Contact Phone: