About this opportunity
The University of Georgia lists this SKILLED TRADES WORKER opportunity in athens, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Skilled Trades Worker
This is skilled technical work at a journeyman level involving operating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plumbing systems and components. Work will be performed mostly under the general supervision, and at times, within capabilities, this position will work independently to perform lower-level duties. This position provides the opportunity to learn and develop the knowledge and skills needed to be considered for future plumbing vacancies, if interested.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies - Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to use standard hand tools and equipment common to the mechanical and structural trades. Knowledge of the occupational hazards of: mechanical and electrical building equipment; tools and equipment associated with maintenance activities. Ability to relate well with others (customers, co-workers, supervisors, etc.) Ability to learn and use basic computer skills. Ability to perform routine troubleshooting of MEP systems. Ability to perform administrative functions related to building systems maintenance (complete forms, record filing, etc.)
Physical Demands - Ability to stand, walk, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, and work from standard and/or extended ladders. Ability to lift up to 75 lbs during a normal work shift.
Duties/Responsibilities - Assist plumbers in the installation of replacement plumbing systems and associated equipment (45%) Duties/Responsibilities - Assist plumbers in responding to and repairing building plumbing systems and utility infrastructure services (gas, water, and sewer) (35%) Duties/Responsibilities - Understand and follow our work order processes, providing job details and follow-up when needed (10%) Duties/Responsibilities - Interact and communicate professionally with customers on jobs when coordination of work is needed (10%) Duties/Responsibilities - Other duties as required and assigned by supervisor. (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
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Worksite address
athens, GA, 30604, US
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