About this opportunity
Georgia Tech lists this Maintenance Technician opportunity in atlanta, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Mechanical Maintenance
Job Summary
Perform routine and semi-skilled work while assisting skilled workers in performance of maintenance and repairs. Conduct routine and preventive maintenance and repairs for designated building, facilities and equipment, ensuring technical operations are in proper running order.
Responsibilities
Performs routine maintenance and basic repairs to buildings, facilities, equipment, and systems
Assists with basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical maintenance
Use hand and power tools and basic equipment to complete assigned maintenance tasks
Performs preventive maintenance and routine inspections to identify maintenance needs
Assists skilled technicians with more complex repairs, installations, and maintenance projects
Responds to work orders and service requests and documents work performed
Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required Experience Two (2) years of related work experience
Proposed Salary
$17.13 - $20.96 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach Resume
Cover Letter
Schedule of Availability
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 read and understand blueprints and work order instructions
Ability to work with power tools and various hand tools
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Basic working knowledge of various repair and maintenance tasks, to include those in electrical, HVAC, and plumbing
SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Detail-oriented
Apply Before Date
October 19, 2026
Application review may begin as early as September 11, 2026.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at or by email at .
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at , or email .
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 opportunities to all employees and applicant 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 America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: .
Other Information 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.
Stand, bend, walk and lift as needed throughout the day.
May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Exposure to noise, distractions, unpredictable behaviors, and/or to bio-hazardous material.
Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments.
Operating motor vehicle equipment (position is required to drive).
May at times, be required to perform work in harsh conditions.
Background Check Standard + DMV
Worksite address
atlanta, GA, 30383, US
Who can apply
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