GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - Part Time(Savannah)

GWCCA•Savannah, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time General Maintenance Technician supports the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the Savannah Convention Center under the direction of the Chief Engineer. The role helps ensure the building, equipment, and event spaces remain safe, functional, and ready for guests. The technician performs general maintenance across multiple trade areas, assists with routine repairs and special projects, identifies and reports facility or equipment issues, and helps install engineering services for events. The position requires a flexible, irregular part-time schedule based on event demands and operational needs. The technician also supports event operations, responds to maintenance requests, follows safety procedures, participates in required training and departmental meetings, and provides professional customer service to exhibitors, clients, vendors, visitors, coworkers, and supervisors. Work involves extensive walking and occasional bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing, including regularly lifting up to 50 pounds. The role may involve exposure to adverse weather, chemicals, and maintenance equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of trade or helper experience in the convention and/or tradeshow industry, or in a comparable specialized trade position.
Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with commercial building systems, maintenance equipment, and applicable trade practices.
Working knowledge of multiple maintenance disciplines, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, masonry, or related trade fields.
Proven ability to perform assigned maintenance-related responsibilities in a commercial environment.
Strong communication, troubleshooting, multitasking, and teamwork skills.
Ability to work independently on assigned responsibilities while collaborating effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, professionalism, and exceptional customer service.
Ability to work a flexible, irregular part-time schedule based on event demands and operational needs.
Ability to walk extensively and occasionally bend, stoop, lift, and climb.
Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds.
Ability to work in conditions that may involve adverse weather, various chemicals, and maintenance-related equipment.
Ability to adjust to changing assignments and perform duties beyond routine maintenance responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school training.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, brick masonry, and other related building maintenance fields.
Assist with routine maintenance, repairs, and special projects throughout the convention center.
Identify equipment and facility issues and promptly notify the appropriate manager or supervisor when repairs or replacements are needed.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment in safe, clean, and proper working condition.
Help maintain the appearance, functionality, and overall condition of the facility.
Assist with installation of engineering services for building events, addressing operational needs safely and efficiently.
Respond to assigned maintenance needs and operational requests in a timely and professional manner.
Troubleshoot problems, adapt to changing priorities, and help resolve unexpected maintenance challenges.
Manage multiple assignments, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities to support successful event execution.
Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Participate in required Savannah Convention Center and Engineering training programs and periodic departmental meetings.
Work collaboratively with Engineering colleagues and other departments to support facility operations and event needs.
Provide exhibitors, clients, vendors, and visitors with a high level of customer service and communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and vendors.
Assist with other operational assignments and special projects as needed, including work outside regular maintenance duties, under the direction of the Chief Engineer.