Residential Maintenance Specialist

Residential Maintenance Specialist

Job : 298680

Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

The Residential Maintenance Specialist performs advanced maintenance tasks and serves as a technical resource within the facilities team. Skilled in at least one trade (e.g., electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry), this role also supports general maintenance operations across campus residential buildings and infrastructure. The position bridges the gap between frontline technicians and supervisory leadership, ensuring timely, high‑quality service delivery and assisting with coordination and oversight of daily work.

• Perform skilled trade work in one or more areas (e.g., electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry)
• Respond to general maintenance requests including repairs, installations, and inspections
• Assist in planning and prioritizing work orders and preventive maintenance schedules
• Complete high volume of work during semester transitions
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and university policies
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and other departments as needed
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used
• Support emergency response and after‑hours maintenance needs
• May support maintenance needs in other campus facilities on an as needed basis

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related field
• Proficiency in at least one skilled trade and general maintenance practices

• Technical certification in a skilled trade

$20.71 - $25.88 per hour

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

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

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

• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478‑6947.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Travel may be required.

• Standard + DMV

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials, a satisfactory credit check, and may include a pre‑employment drug test. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the university, must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation, and must provide proof of a valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

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