Skilled Trades Worker

Job Title

Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Under the supervision of the manager/supervisor in the Operations and Maintenance department, this is skilled work in a wide variety of trade tasks in the areas of electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, ventilating, plumbing and general maintenance as well as repair of buildings, equipment and in simple construction and fabrication tasks. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM. Weekend work (Saturday and Sunday), overtime, on-call, and emergency callback is required.

Responsibilities

Maintenance - 50% Performs a wide variety of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and building maintenance related tasks. May assist carpenters, painters, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and electricians in their assigned duties. Repairs - 20% Work both independently and with supervision as needed on various building related repair and installation projects in the Operations and Maintenance department. Inventory - 15% Maintain shop areas, mechanical rooms, stock, supplies and manage waste generated from work tasks. Compliance - 5% Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Other - 10% Any other duties and tasks assigned or as required to meet the goals of the department, division, and Georgia College & State University.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements High school diploma or GED. Other Required Qualifications Ability to operate a computer or iPad in order to receive and send email and submit work orders. Valid driver's license. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Ability to climb 50 feet working from ladders, scaffoling, and staging. Required Experience Two to four years of general maintenance or preventative maintenance experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications Lift Operator Certification, Certified Pool Operator, Universal EPA Refrigerant certification Preferred Educational Qualifications Trade school certificate in Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, or Construction related field

Proposed Salary

This position is a pay grade 5. The available salary range is $14.82/hour ($30,825 annually) to $16.50/hour ($34,316 annually). Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience. For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Effectively communicate through email, orally, and in writing. Read written materials, work instructions, safety procedures and material data safety sheets. A person working in this classification will need to be able to grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy objects (50-75lb) objects daily. A person working in this classification will need to be able to climb (on an average of 50+feet), and work from ladders, scaffolding and staging daily. Ability to operate a vehicle KNOWLEDGE Comprehend technical manuals and blueprints. Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC and refrigeration systems. SKILLS Use of tools and equipment in the repair and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment. Use power tools including but not limited to circular and reciprocating saws, sanders, and grinders, drills, pipe thread machine, sewer machine, welder, acetylene torch, cut-off saw, and various hand tools and wrenches, electrical testing devices, and voltage meters.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive 50%-74% of the time. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

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