Superintendent of Residential Maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

Superintendent of Residential Maintenance

Job ID: 304820
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest, offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across southeast Georgia.

Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience, research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across the nation and around the world.

For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Location

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Armstrong Facility Operations

Job Summary

The Superintendent of Residential Maintenance is responsible for the comprehensive management, daily operations, and hands-on maintenance of all university-owned housing facilities. This is an active, working position that requires direct participation in maintenance, repairs, inspections, and building operations, in addition to providing leadership and oversight for housing maintenance, custodial services, and capital improvement initiatives. The Superintendent is expected to work alongside maintenance staff, carry and use tools and equipment, and personally perform maintenance and repair tasks as needed to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of residential facilities. 

The Superintendent partners closely with Residence Life, Facilities Planning, the Superintendent of Maintenance, and other campus departments to address facility needs, coordinate projects, respond to maintenance concerns, and support a safe, functional, and student-centered residential environment. This position requires a balance of leadership, coordination, and direct physical work, with an emphasis on maintaining high standards of building upkeep, responsiveness, and operational excellence across all university housing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and other physical work as needed
• Supervise and develop maintenance and custodial staff, fostering accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Oversee budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource allocation for efficient, cost-effective operations
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices for housing operations, maintenance, and customer service
• Manage daily operations for facility maintenance, repair, renovations, and custodial services
• Coordinate preventive maintenance programs and support capital projects and space management initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including building codes, safety standards, and environmental requirements
• Collaborate on housing assignments, occupancy planning, move-in/move-out processes, and summer/conference housing 
• Oversee vendor and contractor performance to ensure quality, cost-effective service delivery
• Serve as liaison with Residence Life and university departments, responding to student and parent inquiries, facility concerns, and emergencies while promoting service excellence

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or 6 years of related work experience in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience
• Supervisory experience

Proposed Salary

$75,900 

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

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

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

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
• Ability to supervise skilled and unskilled workers

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Basic knowledge of building systems, including structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing
• Thorough knowledge of construction practices
• Knowledgeable about heavy equipment and power and hand tools
• Specialized training in building trades Ability to supervise skilled and unskilled workers

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as October 19, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com or by email at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com, or email View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at 

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at 

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Evening and weekend work may be required.
• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Operating motor vehicle equipment (position is required to drive).
• Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments.

Background Check

• Standard + Education & DMV

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