Senior Trades Worker

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Five years of experience, vocational training in one of the applicable trades, or any equivalent combination of training and experience

• Safely operates and uses various tools associated with the skilled trades worker field, e.g. power and hand tools.
• Carries out work assignments with the expected degree of independence and with limited callbacks for cleanup or additional repairs.
• Effectively communicates and collaborates in a professional and consistent manner with a wide variety of individuals such as building service workers, residence hall staff, students/families and other team members via telephone, in writing, or in person.
• Proven ability to work as a team member.
• Can effectively utilize a variety of computer applications in the completion of assigned tasks, including but not limited to OneSource, the Microsoft Office Suite, UGA email and employee websites.
• Communication and collaboration skills: both verbally and electronically with a wide variety of individuals such as facilities colleagues, residence hall staff, residents and other stakeholders.
• A breadth of knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, low voltage and other systems necessary to oversee system component operations and make accurate decisions on operational status.

• Commit to a University Housing-first philosophy by promoting student success and supporting University Housing, Division of Student Affairs and University of Georgia missions and goals.
• Safeguard the physical security of University Housing facilities, protect sensitive information through adherence to cybersecurity polices and best practices, promptly report any security concerns or incidents, and promote a culture of security awareness to ensure secure on-campus residential communities.
• Embrace an entrepreneurial spirit by sharing opportunities to protect departmental resources and find cost savings.
• Be present and on time for all scheduled work, communicating proactively for unavoidable absences and adhering to policies and procedures for leave requests, as these are crucial for overall productivity, team morale and operational efficiency.
• Provide a positive student experience by being courteous, caring, patient, flexible and working to resolve issues or problems in a timely manner. Collaborate with team members across University Housing, as needed, and communicate issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a positive and productive environment by consistently following department, campus and USG policies and procedures.
• Designated as Essential Personnel Pool (meaning may be asked to report to work) for the purposes of maintaining critical operations during inclement weather or other emergency situations. Employees in this role may be required to report to work when the University is closed or operating under modified conditions.
• The employee will be contacted by their supervisor (or designee) with instructions on when and where to report and what duties will be necessary. Communication will occur via the employee's primary contact information on file (phone, email, or other agreed-upon method).
• The designation of Essential Personnel Pool will be reviewed annually during the performance evaluation period to ensure alignment with operational needs.
• Participate in departmental "all hands-on deck" events (e.g., move-in, move-out, residence hall emergencies).

• Climb stairs and ladders; may work from a ladder or scaffold.
• Bend at the waist and knees.
• Work with arms and hands overhead for an extended period.
• Stand, kneel, or squat for long periods of time.
• Use, care for and maintain hand tools and power tools.
• Lift and move items at least 50 pounds in weight, both assisted and unassisted.
• Perform work related duties indoors with steam and humidity or hot/cold conditions and work outdoors in various seasons and weather conditions.
• Safely operate a UGA state vehicle, as necessary.

• Provides support to the parts, supplies and materials inventory processes for the facilities zone. Ensures inventory procedures and processes are followed to maintain accurate inventory.
• Provides training support to the Utility Worker within the zone. Ensures this position is exposed and has opportunity to hands-on experience necessary to become a successful skilled trades worker. Supports other training activities in all zones.
• Responds to work order requests in a timely manner. Must use and manipulate a web-based work order system to complete the following:
  
  
  • Carpentry and metal working consisting of repairs to typical wooden and metal elements within facilities maintenance. Repairs may require the use of typical shop equipment dedicated to wood and metal working: joiners, table and compound miter saws, drill presses, breaks and sheers, hand punches, vises and clamps, pop-riveting, hand-held tools (both powered and nonpowered) and similar. Repair tasks such include, but are not limited to: adjusting doors, frames and windows; minor repair of cabinets and casements; repair to structural elements such as walls, ceilings and floors.
  • Trouble shooting for locks and/or door hardware such as mortise/cylindrical repair and installation, chex-it/access control repair and closer installation.
  • Assist department and outside technicians to complete building element repairs outside the scope of this position.
  • Support other trades and colleagues when needed.
  
  
  
  
  

• Perform work necessary to address typical Work Orders within or in support of other facilities zones. Provide troubleshooting and repairs required for work orders and projects associated with skilled trades.
• Carries out work assignments with expected degree of independence and efficiency according to skilled trade practices with limited callbacks for additional repair.
• Keeps shop area clean and organized so that supplies can be easily located by other staff members.
• Participates in maintenance after hours on-call program as required.
• Support staff in the absence of supervisor.

• Participate in the required maintenance after hour's on-call program.
• Plan and perform summer work assignments including implementing special projects and safety inspections; oversee a crew of student/temporary employees during the summer.
• Other duties consistent with the purpose and scope of this position may be assigned.