Systems Technician

About The University Of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (
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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 established School of Medicine.

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Systems Technician

Housing‑Facilities‑Maintenance

Part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing consists of nearly 2.8 million square feet of facilities and is home to more than 9,000 students. The department employs 220 full‑time staff members, 21 graduate assistants and 565 undergraduate student workers. As a self‑supporting auxiliary, University Housing operates a $59 million budget derived only from student housing fees and other non‑state sources.

In support of its mission to provide comfortable, affordable and secure housing options where the academic success and personal growth of residents are encouraged and supported, University Housing engages staff members in competency‑based training and students in curriculum‑based engagement focused on community building, interpersonal skills, social awareness and responsibility, and well‑being.

housing.uga.edu

M‑F, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (some evening and weekend work may be required)

03/02/2026

This position provides general oversight of the facilities systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing and others) and various structural elements in a facilities zone. Work tasks include trouble shooting and performing advanced maintenance, ensuring efficient operations and overseeing preventative/reactive maintenance activities. These activities include, but are not limited to, systems review of HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, access control, fire safety and structural elements.

This position serves one of five facilities zones, housing between 1,000 – 3,500 residents. This position is expected to maintain a working knowledge of the systems and system components within the assigned area and support cross‑training to accept from and support other personnel of adjacent zones.

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

Five years of experience, or vocational training in one of the applicable trades; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Communication and collaboration skills: both verbally and electronically with a wide variety of individuals; such as facilities colleagues, residence hall staff, residents and other stakeholders.
• Safely operates and uses various tools associated with the skilled trade worker field, e.g. power tools and hand tools.
• A breadth of knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, low voltage and other systems necessary to oversee system component operations and make accurate decisions on operational status.
• Ability to understand and adhere to workplace rules and guidelines and stay in compliance with UGA policies and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge and skills in the use of tools, equipment and practices used in the skilled trade field.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with staff, residents and various customer groups and demonstrates supportive involvement in work environment.
• Work as a team member, but also make effective independent decisions and follow through on assignments.
• Efficiently utilize a variety of computer…