Skilled Craft Worker II

About the role

The University of Georgia is a public research university located in Athens, Georgia. It is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a wide range of academic programs across 19 schools and colleges.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair facilities electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, door hardware, and facilities key codes, carpentry, and other trade repairs, along with preventative maintenance activities.
• Relocate furniture and equipment.
• Inspect and evaluate building utilities, equipment, and infrastructure to determine repairs and maintenance.
• Document all work orders in Visual One software.
• Work with OUA, FMD, and GC Facilities Management to locate facilities infrastructure, for repairs beyond GC Maintenance capabilities, or in relation to construction and renovation.
• Update Facilities Management team on all communication with these departments/trades to assist in tracking repair status.
• Notify Facilities Management team of repairs and maintenance status of any items that impact: public areas, guests, conference areas, Food & Beverage, or Hotel.
• Notify Foreman of the need for supplies and materials for general building repairs and in-house renovation projects.
• Adequately notify supply and material needs for replenishing stock.
• Maintain a minimum stock of replacement and repair materials at all times.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience. Preferred qualifications include extensive knowledge and experience in construction and maintaining commercial buildings, ability to read architectural drawings, cost estimating, scheduling, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, locks, basic carpentry, and other general maintenance work related to maintenance and repair of the Georgia Center along with simple construction and fabrication tasks. Must have basic computer skills and the ability to make decisions related to repairs and emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building maintenance processes, environmental/safety regulations & best practices, compliance regulations.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in construction and maintaining commercial buildings.
• Ability to read architectural drawings, cost estimating, scheduling, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, locks, basic carpentry, and other general maintenance work related to maintenance and repair of the Georgia Center along with simple construction and fabrication tasks.
• Experience working with OUA, FMD and outside contractors.
• Basic computer skills.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with GC Facilities Management, manage working relationships with GC staff, contractors, engineers and others.
• Physical demands: lift up to 50 lbs., stand, stoop, bend, squat, crawl, forward reaching and overhead reaching while working with hands over head, kneel, and climb stairs frequently throughout a normal work shift, work in confined spaces, ceiling spaces, or up on roofs, work from a standard/extended ladder and/or scaffolding, have good finger and hand dexterity, adaptive to working outdoors in all weather conditions while making good judgment to avoid slips, trips, falls and exposure to temperature changes, stand for periods of time at work station or grounds area to perform tasks.

Skills

• Facility Maintenance – Experience with maintaining a large facility.
• Technical/Institutional Knowledge – Knowledge of building maintenance processes, environmental/safety regulations & best practices, compliance regulations.
• Knowledge of all safety and operating regulations, established by GC Maintenance Division, University’s Environmental Safety Division, Fire Marshal, and other UGA organizations, throughout the duration of your employment.

Benefits

The position offers a salary range of $40,000 - $46,000 per year. The University of Georgia provides benefits eligible full-time employees with the option to participate in the TRS or ORP retirement plan. Employees are eligible for benefits after completing a probationary period.

Pay

$40,000 - $46,000 annually

Schedule

Regular 40-hour workweek with rotating shifts to support facility operations. Typical shifts may include 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., or 12:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, special events, and participate in on-call coverage is required.

Benefits

Benefits eligible full-time employees can participate in the TRS or ORP retirement plan. Employees are eligible for benefits after completing a probationary period.

Location

The position is located in the 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@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of its 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Its 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 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

• Classification Title: Trades Worker II
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
• Preferred Summary: Preferred Qualifications include extensive knowledge and experience in construction and maintaining commercial buildings, ability to read architectural drawings, cost estimating, scheduling, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, locks, basic carpentry, and other general maintenance work related to maintenance and repair of the Georgia Center along with simple construction and fabrication tasks. Must have basic computer skills and the ability to make decisions related to repairs and emergency procedures.