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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
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Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
Providing the highest level of quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to the entire university community while creating and caring for a physical environment in which those who seek knowledge, enlightenment and well-being enjoy successful, productive, and fulfilled lives. Facilities Services Division provides quality customer service by maintaining a safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing environment in which students, faculty, and staff can function and accomplish their educational objectives and by supporting a patient care culture that continuously improves. Facilities Services' responsibilities include Interior and Exterior Facilities Support, Construction, Space Management, and Environmental Services.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, provides journeyman level skills and expertise to maintain, install, and replace plumbing pipes, fittings, and fixtures within campus facilities and infrastructure according to the National Plumbing Code. * Repairs, installs, and replaces water and sanitary sewer piping, fittings, fixtures (sinks, faucets, toilets, urinals, etc.), valves, pumps, strainers, backflow preventers, boilers, hot water heaters, and water supply lines to equipment and appliances interior to campus buildings. * Repairs, installs, and replaces exterior water distribution and storm sewer lines and related infrastructure across campus. * Works on project crews executing large and complex new plumbing installation or replacement projects of building plumbing systems. Leads small project crews. * Inspects, troubleshoots, and leads routine and non-routine emergency repairs on exterior water distribution and storm drainage systems as well as interior building plumbing and gas systems. * May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on-call period or rotation. * May be responsible for training, assisting, or assigning tasks to lower level plumbers.
Responsibilities
The job duties include, but are not limited to:
Preventative Maintenance
Always leave equipment in safe working condition, immediately notify supervisor of dangerous situations.
Document and notify supervisor of any equipment failure and/or potential failures.
Document all corrective actions in detail on assigned work requests.
Perform quarterly, mid-annual, and annual preventative maintenances on Augusta University plumbing equipment based on manufactures required preventative maintenance requirements.
Performs all maintenance work in a neat and timely manner.
Perform preventative maintenance work on Augusta University Plumbing systems as well as fire sprinkler systems.
Keep records of completed preventative maintenance as well as any future work that needs to be completed.
Communicate to supervisor of any shutdowns that need to occur to complete preventative maintenance of Augusta University plumbing equipment.
Communicate with supervisor once preventative maintenance is complete and equipment has been returned to normal operation.
Responds to Work Request
Respond to work orders in a quick and timely manner.
Communicate with customer explaining if work order is completed or if further work needs to be completed.
Troubleshoot and repair plumbing systems in a quick a timely manner.
Communicate with the supervisor any future work that needs to be completed to ensure all Augusta University equipment is effectively operating.
Document and notify supervisor of any equipment failure and/or potential failures.
Document all corrective actions in detail on assigned work requests.
Leadership
Utilizes effective critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills to make decisions and communicates tactfully to Facilities Operations.
Contract Management
Estimates materials needed and records time and material expended on each work order. Prepares and submits material requisitions required to complete assigned tasks.
Reads, interpret blueprints, specifications, shop drawings, to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures.
Communications
Consistently provide professional, accurate, tactful, and timely written and verbal communications to Facilities staff as well as other Augusta University staff.
Establishes and maintains positive collaborative working relationships with Augusta University Facilities and its¿ customers.
Performs Related Work as Required
Employees will follow all Augusta University and Facilities Operations policies and procedures.
Work with scheduled contractors to complete projects and report to Facilities Operations supervisor once project is complete and if any future work needs to be completed.
Wear provided uniform and maintain good hygiene.
Respond to requests received from facilities operations work management team.
Perform any other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization and 3+ years of experience or an Associates degree from an accredited college or university. Valid driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Detailed-oriented
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on-call period or rotation.)
Pay Band: 7
Salary Minimum: $20.29/hour - $20.46/hour
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: 8/4/26 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Driver's License Statement
The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
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Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
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