Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-4:00 PM On occasion, employee may be required to perform duties after hours (evenings and weekends) due to emergency situations or planned work. This position will also have a on-call rotation schedule.

Advertised Salary $35,500 Posting Date 12/17/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 01/19/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy 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).
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Position Information

Classification Title Trades Worker I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This employee serves primarily to assist senior trades-persons in efforts to maintain and repair mechanical and/or structural components and features of the University of Georgia's built environment. The person serving in this position can demonstrate an ability to engage and complete intermediate repairs and tasks independently, such as repair or replacement tasks of mechanical HVAC equipment, fume hoods, various water and steam distribution components and pumps, minor plumbing issues. Apprentice. Assistant/Helper, accomplishes small routine maintenance tasks. Limited but Developing Skill-set. Routine Complexity. Will perform basic installation, repair and replacement of components of electrical, plumbing, chilled water, and/or steam distribution systems. Will perform general maintenance and upkeep of buildings; inspect assigned buildings/related fixtures, mechanical equipment, machines, and other structural components. Operate electric and battery-powered tools such as circular saws, miter saws, drills, drill presses, reciprocating saws, grinders, metal brakes, welders with direct supervision. Transport materials over long distances and up several levels. Safely build and utilize scaffolding with direct supervision.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Apprentice
• Assistant/Helper, accomplishes small routine maintenance tasks.
• Limited Developing Skill-set
• Routine Complexity
• Use a measuring tape and calculate fractional equations, basic algebra and geometry.
• Basic troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of mechanical components.
• Frame structures using wood and metal materials.
• Operate electric and battery-powered tools such as circular saws, miter saws, drills, drill presses, reciprocating saws, table saws with direct supervision.
• Transport building materials over long distances and up several levels.
• Safely build and utilize scaffolding with direct supervision

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 75 lbs• Stand, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, and work with hands above head.
• Work in extreme conditions (hot or cold), trenches, confined spaces, attics, crawlspaces, mechanical rooms, etc.
• Work from a standard and extended ladder

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Perform basic installation, repair, and replacement of components of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, chilled water, and/or steam distribution systems.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities
Perform general maintenance and upkeep of buildings; inspect assigned buildings/related fixtures, mechanical equipment, machines, and other structural components.
Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities
Operate electric and battery-powered tools such as circular saws, miter saws, drills, drill presses, reciprocating saws, grinders, metal brakes with direct supervision.
Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities
Transport building materials over long distances and up several levels.
Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Documents in writing performed actions and timekeeping. Perform related work as needed.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Lisa Johnson Recruitment Contact Email lisawc@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-7453

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter