Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
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.

Advertised Salary $45,000 or Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 11/10/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 12/08/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Plumber II FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This is skilled steam fitting and welding work at the journeyman level, primarily involved with the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of campus steam distribution system, system components and building steam powered equipment. Most work performed on equipment both inside and outside of buildings buildings. Additionally, work involves pipe fitting and welding in support of steam system and equipment work as well as other general welding work in support of other shop maintenance activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Journeyman level knowledge, skills and abilities of the welding or pipe fitting trades
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, sketches and other documents related to projects.
• Ability to relate well with others (customer, co-workers, supervisors, etc.)
Physical Demands
• Work in adverse weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, etc)
• Stand, walk, crawl, balancing, stoop, bend, squat, work with hands above shoulders and work from standard and/or extended ladders and/or scaffolds.
• Lift up to 75 lbs consistently throughout a normal work shift.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
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.
Background Investigation Policy
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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, repair and maintain steam distribution system, system components and building steam equipment
Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities
Pipe fitting and welding and other welding work in support of general maintenance activities
Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities
Perform routine scheduled preventive maintenance on steam components and equipment
Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Perform other related building maintenance and repair tasks as directed by supervisor.
Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Lisa Johnson Recruitment Contact Email lisawc@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-7453

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter