Residential Maintenance Specialist

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.

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East Georgia Campus - Swainsboro, GA

Building Maintenance - East Georgia

The Residential Maintenance Specialist performs advanced maintenance tasks and serves as a technical resource within the facilities team. Skilled in at least one trade (e.g., electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry), this role also supports general maintenance operations across campus residential buildings and infrastructure. The position bridges the gap between frontline technicians and supervisory leadership, ensuring timely, high-quality service delivery and assisting with coordination and oversight of daily work.

• Perform skilled trade work in one or more areas (e.g., electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry)
• Respond to general maintenance requests including repairs, installations, and inspections
• Assist in planning and prioritizing work orders and preventive maintenance schedules
• Complete high volume of work during semester transitions
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, and university policies
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and other departments as needed
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used
• Support emergency response and after-hours maintenance needs
• May support maintenance needs in other campus facilities on an as needed basis

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related field  
• Proficiency in at least one skilled trade and general maintenance practices

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification in a skilled trade

$19.17 - $23.97 per hour

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

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

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
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently  
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as August 20, 2026.

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.

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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.

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.

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