Skilled Trades Worker

S15903P

Skilled Trades Worker

FMD-O&M-Welding Shop

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven (7) divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 900 personnel within the division manage, operate and maintain campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University.

fmd.uga.edu

External

TRS

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM On occasion, employee may be required to perform duties after hours (evenings and weekends) due to emergency situations or planned work.

$35,500 or Commensurate with Experience

10/14/2026

Yes

11/23/2026

Athens Area

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Trades Worker I

Non-Exempt

1.00

High school diploma or equivalent

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, heat exchangers, 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.

• 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

• Lift up to 75lbs.
• Stand, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, and work with hands above head.
• Work in extreme conditions (hot and/or cold).
• Work from a standard and extended ladder.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Yes

Yes

No

No

No

No

Yes

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.

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.

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

25

Perform general maintenance and upkeep of buildings; inspect assigned buildings/related fixtures, mechanical equipment, machines, and other structural components.

25

Operate electric and battery-powered tools such as circular saws, miter saws, drills, drill presses, reciprocating saws, grinders, metal brakes with direct supervision.

25

Transport building materials over long distances and up several levels.

10

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

5

Documents in writing performed actions and timekeeping.

5

Perform related work as needed.

5

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Lisa Johnson

lisawc@uga.edu

7065427453