Skilled Trades Worker

Facilities Management Services

Renovations

Location: Atlanta * Location is subject to change*

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:45 AM **Shift subject to change**

These are exciting times at the Facilities Management Services Division. 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 Renovations Department is seeking (1) Skilled Trades Worker to join the already awesome team taking the Renovations Department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES The Renovations Department A GREAT PLACE?

A flexible work environment
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
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will perform renovation tasks which include electrical, carpentry and painting. In addition to supporting the department, Skilled Trades Worker will also:

Cleans and prepares surfaces to be painted using sandpaper, steel wool, scrapers, soap and water.
Operates power tools, heavy machinery such as forklift, boom lift, etc.
Paints interior and exterior walls and ceiling with brushes, rollers and spray guns.
Performs electrical work in tandem with an electrician by performing demolition, installation of electrical fixtures, installing conduit, pulling wire.
Performs light carpentry work, repairs locks.
Performs minor renovations.
Will perform semi-skilled tasks (in various trades). Employee will clean work areas, sweep, collect trash, assist in demolition activities, move supplies and equipment, and perform routine renovations.

Minimum Requirements:

Technical or vocational degree in plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or electrical trade area; or high school diploma or GED and one year of experience in plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or electrical trade.
A valid Georgia Driver’s license

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

General painting knowledge, method, and procedures.
Knowledge of basic principles and practices of electrical, painting, carpentry, and other related trades.
Able to work in confined spaces, lift or carry heavy items more than 50 lbs.
Ability to operate power tools, heavy machinery such as forklift, boom lift, etc.

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