Job Description
About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.
With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.
Location Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
Department Information Armstrong Facility Operations
Job Summary Lead, motivate, monitor and oversee team of electricians to ensure quality work. Provide technical guidance regarding the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems.
Responsibilities - Establish performance/safety standards and procedures for the electrical team while ensuring compliance with state laws, electrical codes, safety, and environmental standards
- Supervise installation and maintenance of electrical systems for campus buildings, equipment, electrical fixtures, and lighting
- Perform on-the-job inspections to ensure work meets all compliance standards
- Maintain inventory to eliminate downtime in production
- Work with campus engineers to ensure electrical blueprints are circuited correctly and power is available at each location
- Locate high voltage duct bank, GTE underground cables, computer cables, street light circuits, and secondary cables for outside contractors
- Responsible for setting up sound systems on campus for special events; provide electrical power access as necessary
- Participate in hiring, orientation, training, and performance evaluation of electrical team employ
- Develop and/or review training programs to keep employees abreast of the latest technical information
- Maintain, repair and clean tools, equipment, assigned service vehicle, and work areas
Required Qualifications Educational Requirements - Associate's Degree or equivalent post-secondary education/formal technical training
Required Experience - Five (5) or more years of related work experience
- Demonstrated supervisory experience
Proposed Salary $22.36 - $27.95 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis. Required Documents to Attach - Resume
- Cover Letter
- Schedule of Availability
- Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 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
- Ability to Interpret blueprints, sketches, and building plans; work with power tools; and Identify and differentiate between colors
KNOWLEDGE - Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
- Familiarity with hazardous classifications
- Knowledgeable about electrical systems, power distribution, control circuits, transformers, scale calibrations, and programmable logic controllers
SKILLS - Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
- Effective problem-solving, prioritization, leadership, detail orientation, and mathematical skills
Apply Before Date December 8, 2026
Application review may begin as early as January 27, 2026. Contact Information 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 .
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .
Conditions of Employment 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
Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information - Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Work generally performed in an office environment.
- Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
- Travel may be required.
- Ability to operate University motor vehicle.
- May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments.
- Stand, bend, walk and lift as needed throughout the day.
- Work at heights up to and occasionally exceeding 25 feet.
- May be required to work in confined spaces.
- Walk, climb, balance, stretch, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand throughout the day.
Background Check - Position of Trust + Education
Job Tags
Hourly pay, For contractors, Work experience placement, Work at office