Maintenance Worker, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, General Labor

S15880P

Maintenance Worker I

VPR-Marine Institute

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 (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.

The UGA Marine Institute (UGAMI) is a world-renowned field destination that supports research and education in coastal ecosystems. The Marine Institute is located on Sapelo Island, GA, accessible only via ferry.

ugami.uga.edu

External

TRS

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

Typical M-F 8:30-5:00pm with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities. Irregular hours as needed.

$19.00/hr

10/09/2026

Yes

12/01/2026

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* Note: this position is located on the coast of Georgia at Sapelo Island, NOT Athens. You must take a ferry at 8:30am (paid by UGAMI) every day to work.
Attach required resume and reference list with 3 professional contacts (names and contact info). Applications received by Nov 6th will receive full consideration however position is open until filled. Approx start date is Dec 1st. List most pertinent experience and skills.

Other South Georgia Area

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Maintenance Worker I

Non-Exempt

1.00

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in skillsets described in position summary.

This is entry level manual work involving limited semi-skilled duties at the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island
. The job involves the performance of work of a heavy nature and does not require a high degree of manipulative skill. It encompasses a high degree of diversity…