Skilled Trades Worker

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S14113P Working Title Skilled Trades Worker Department FMD-O&M-Struct Maint&Projects About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About

the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven (7) divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 900 personnel within the division manage, operate and maintain campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University.

College/Unit/Department website fmd.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM On occasion, employee may be required to perform duties after hours (evenings and weekends) due to emergency situations or planned work

Advertised Salary $35,500 Posting Date 09/10/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 10/13/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

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, or 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).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https:///C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title Trades Worker I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This position involves experience working in a mechanical or structural maintenance setting and denotes an aptitude for facilities maintenance, construction, and upkeep of physical properties. This employee serves primarily to assist senior trades persons in efforts to maintain and repair the structural components and features of the University of Georgia's built environment. The individual serving in this position can demonstrate an ability to engage and complete basic repairs and tasks independently, such as minor wall damage repair, minor door adjustments, and other minor carpentry tasks.

Apprentice. Assistant/Helper, accomplishes small routine maintenance tasks. Limited but Developing Skill set. Routine Complexity. Use a measuring tape and calculate fractional equations, basic algebra and geometry. Basic troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of structural components. Frame structures using wood and metal materials. Operate electric and battery-powered tools such as circular saws, miter saws, drills, drill presses, reciprocating saws, table saws with direct supervision.

Transport building materials over long distances and up several levels. Safely build and utilize scaffolding with direct supervision.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Apprentice.
• Assistant/Helper, accomplishes small routine maintenance tasks.
• Limited Developing Skillset.
• Routine Complexity.
• Use a measuring tape and calculate fractional equations, basic algebra and geometry.
• Basic troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of structural components.
• Frame…