Skilled Craft Maintenance Worker I

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

This position is responsible for performing basic duties in the maintenance of university property including buildings, other facilities, vehicles, and grounds. An incumbent in this position may be designated Skilled Maintenance Worker.

Repair and Maintenance (70%) -
Makes basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, sheetrock, painting, and carpentry installations and repairs.
Locates underground utilities as needed.
Assists with repairs and/or changes out appliances as needed.
Assists with routine preventive maintenance and repairs on systems.
Assists other trades and Facilities staff with repair, maintenance, deliveries, moves and setups as needed.
Plans work in accordance with written weekly schedules and coordinates the work to fit into work schedule with other shops.

General Duties (30%) -
Utilizes computerized work order system to initiate, schedule, complete, and close out work orders.
Coordinates with administrative staff to order parts and supplies as needed to complete work orders
May load and unload trucks.
Cleans, fuels, and prepares fleet vehicles or golf carts for use by faculty and staff.
Drives golf cart for campus visitors, as requested and scheduled.

Educational Requirements
Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completing of high school diploma or equivalent.

Other Required Qualifications
Possession of valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Required Experience
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems.

Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
Knowledge of facilities maintenance principles and practices.
Skill in the safe and efficient operation of a variety of hand and power tools.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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.

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 877.251.2644. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.