Maintenance Technician

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Mechanical Maintenance

Job Summary

Perform routine and semi-skilled work while assisting skilled workers in performance of maintenance and repairs. Conduct routine and preventive maintenance and repairs for designated building, facilities and equipment, ensuring technical operations are in proper running order.

Responsibilities

* Perform wide variety of miscellaneous mechanical, air conditioning and heating, and building trades
¿ tasks in maintenance of buildings and equipment and in simple construction and fabrication tasks

* Inspect buildings and make repairs as necessary

* Report major maintenance needs to appropriate supervisor

* Respond to emergency calls in assigned areas to repair or determine other actions necessary to resume normal operations

* Replace pumps and filters

* Troubleshoot and repair electrical, HVAC, and plumbing issues

* Tighten or change belts

* Replace ballast and lamps in lighting fixtures

* Replace bearings and motors

* Maintain or report supplies and equipment necessary to carry out assignments

* Submit daily report of materials used and time spent on projects

* Follow all safety and other risk management policies in performance of work

* Maintain, repair and clean tools, equipment and work areas

* Perform preventive maintenance on air compressors

* Peform fire alarm testing and report issues

* Respond to elevator calls

* Monitor campus building automation systems

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

* High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

* Two (2) or more years related work experience

Proposed Salary

$17.13 - $20.96 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

* Resume

* Cover Letter

* Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

* Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

* Navigate web access and email with or without reasonable accommodation

* Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

* Ability to read and understand blueprints and work order instructions

* Ability to work with power tools and various hand tools

* Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems

KNOWLEDGE

* Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

* Basic working knowledge of various repair and maintenance tasks, to include those in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry

SKILLS

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Demonstrated organizational and human relation skills

* Must be detail-oriented

Apply Before Date

March 19, 2026

Application review may begin as early as February 26, 2026.

Contact Information

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