Plumbing Supervisor

Plumbing Supervisor

Job ID: 305097
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

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

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

Mechanical Maintenance

Job Summary

Supervise inspection, repair, installation, modification, and maintenance of plumbing fixtures in heating, water and drainage systems across campus. Lead and direct identification of electrical, plumbing and safety problems applicable to installation and advise on necessary corrective action when necessary. Supervise Plumbers by performing employee-related tasks to include maintaining employee information on attendance, job performance, training and development, and procedures and methods to improve quality of work performed. Work with outside contractors to maintain Statesboro campus domestic water system.

Responsibilities

• Establish performance and safety standards and procedures for the department
• Ensure compliance with State laws, codes, safety, and environmental standards
• Assign workload
• Supervise plumbers in installation, maintenance
• Repair of all campus water systems, plumbing fixtures, and related equipment
• Supervise maintenance and repair of campus sewer, stormwater, and domestic fixture and equipment
• Manage and approve employee time in OneUsg
• Record and maintain data for required reports
• Participate in hiring, orientation, training, and performance evaluation of department employees
• Develop and/or review training programs to keep employees abreast of the latest technical information

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Associate Degree or equivalent combination of post-secondary/formal technical training

Other Required Qualifications

• Basic math and computer skills

Required Experience

• Ten (10) or more years of plumbing experience
• Four (4) or more years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Experience in higher education

Proposed Salary

$31.25 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 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 operate equipment standard to trade, including high pressure drain cleaning machines, rigid K-50 and 500 cable machines
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to read and comprehend blue prints, specifications and standards
• Ability to understand and apply technical literature
• Ability to supervise and coach employees

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Knowledge of all trade standards and techniques used within plumbing profession
• Knowledge of "Right to Know Laws" and chemical safety standards

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Experience in pipe-cutting, reaming, and threading machines
• Operate hand, precision and power tools

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as October 27, 2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

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 https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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: (912) 478-6947.

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.
• Ability to operate University motor vehicle.
• Work week may extends to evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work at heights up to and occasionally exceeding 25 feet.
• May be required to work in confined spaces.
• Climb, balance, stretch, stoop, kneel, crouch throughout day.
• May be required to occasionally answer emergency calls.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=305097&PostingSeq=1







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