GWCC FACILITY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

GWCCA • Atlanta, GA

2d • $24 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance and repairs to building structures at the Georgia World Congress Center, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry work within regulatory guidelines. The role supports safe, efficient facility operations and high-quality event and guest experiences. The technician works under the direction of the Assistant Director of Facility Maintenance and provides professional, customer-focused service to exhibitors, clients, and other customers.

The position may involve work inside or outside the building as required by events, irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, and exposure to unusual environmental conditions. The role requires participation in Authority and Campus Operations training and compliance with applicable safety, risk management, and emergency management policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid State of Georgia driver's license.
• Ability to read technical diagrams and blueprints.
• Ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organization, interpersonal, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and follow through on tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.
• Ability to perform the physical duties described, including lifting 50 pounds or more when required and frequent walking, standing, turning, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Minimum of two years of electrical, HVAC, or plumbing trade experience is preferred in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• Technical school training in electrical work and/or HVAC.
• At least two years of electrical, HVAC, or plumbing trade experience.
• Experience as an electrician or electrician helper, or HVAC technician or HVAC helper, for a residential or commercial contractor.
• Experience with 480/277-volt and 208/120-volt systems and knowledge of DC circuitry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electrical controls, wiring, and lighting systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues using appropriate testing devices.
• Monitor and secure the safe keeping of equipment and supplies.
• Repair plumbing fixtures and perform carpentry duties.
• Notify a supervisor when equipment or facilities require repair or replacement.
• Maintain accountability for work orders related to daily tasks.
• Provide professional, high-level customer service to exhibitors and clients.
• Participate in required Georgia World Congress Center and Campus Operations training programs, including training related to carts, forklifts, booms, and platform lifts.
• Participate in required departmental meetings and Authority training programs.
• Accurately document and complete administrative paperwork.
• Comply with Authority policies and procedures concerning risk management, safety, and emergency management.
• Maintain an ethical and professional image when interacting with internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Extensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid state holidays.
• Flexible Spending Account options.
• 401(k) plan with 5% match.
• Free on-site dining during hours of operation.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on auto insurance, home insurance, technology, travel, event tickets, attractions, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED