Skilled Trades Worker

Facilities Management Services

Building Maintenance - Zone 01

Location: Atlanta Campus **Location subject to change**

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. **Shift subject to change**

 Salary Range: $32,400 - $38,900

These are exciting times in the Maintenance and Operations Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you!  We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team. 

The Maintenance and Operations Department is seeking (1) Skilled Trades Worker to join the already awesome team, taking the Building Maintenance Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES The Maintenance and Operations Department A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will perform advanced-level duties assisting skilled trades workers in maintenance and renovation tasks, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and other building trades work. In addition to supporting the department's Skilled Trades Worker will also:

• Will perform semi-skilled tasks (in various trades). Clean work areas, swept, collected trash, assisted in demolition activities, and moved supplies and equipment.
• Performs minor operation, maintenance, installation, and repair of HVAC, heating equipment, and plumbing.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and systems assigned to HVAC and Heating.
• Transports raw materials and semi-finished products or supplies between departments or buildings.
• Performs minor welding repairs; operates power tools.
• Performs light carpentry work, such as building bookshelves, bookcases, etc.
• Mixes and pours concrete for foundations and fixtures.
• Installs, repairs, and services motors, pumps, and fans.
• Operates heavy machinery, such as forklifts, tractors, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Technical or vocational degree in plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or electrical trade area; or a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience in plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or electrical trade area.

• A valid Georgia driver's license 

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in HVAC and heating.

• Knowledge of basic principles and practices of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or other related trades.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to perform strenuous manual tasks.

• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in HVAC, heating, and plumbing fields, such as jacks, meters, wrenches, etc.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $32,400 - $38,900. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.