Building Services Technician

Department: Student Center

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Work Schedule: Sunday - 7:00am-1:00pm; Monday - Thursday 3:00pm-9:00pm

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Important Eligibility Requirement

Employees in this position are required to operate university vehicles in accordance with George Mason University Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/vehicle-use/. Applicants must possess and maintain an active, valid driver's license that satisfies university requirements. Final candidates are subject to a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review, and successful completion of the review is a condition of employment.

Minor or major driving violations may affect eligibility for employment. Applicants with prior driving infractions need to review the Eligibility & MVR Review Information document (English/Spanish) before applying.



About the Department:

Student Centers integrates all aspects of campus life by serving as George Mason's facility, program, and support services management department for the Johnson Center, Student Union Building I, and The Hub. The department aims to support and complement the academic process; provide excellent customer service to the George Mason community and visitors; promote diversity and campus spirit through cooperative participation; encourage student development, social competency, and responsibility.

About the Position:

Building Services Technician - Student Centers

Support the daily operation, maintenance, and upkeep of Student Centers facilities by performing a wide range of building services, repair, and maintenance functions. This part-time, non-student position helps ensure that the Student Centers buildings and surrounding areas remain safe, functional, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include performing skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work in areas such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and general building repairs; operating hand, power, and shop tools; and assisting with preventative maintenance activities. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, including during inclement weather, with primary responsibility for the Johnson Center, The Hub, and Student Union Building I, as well as support for facilities across the university. The position collaborates closely with Student Centers Building Services and Operations supervisors to provide consistent operational support during all hours of operation and to maintain adequate inventories of materials, parts, tools, and supplies necessary for efficient facility maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Performs general building maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance across interiors, exteriors, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment to ensure safe, functional, and presentable facilities;
• Completes carpentry work including installing, repairing, and replacing doors, hardware, flooring, walls, ceilings, cabinetry, shelving, and furniture;
• Patches, finishes, and paints walls, ceilings, and other surfaces;
• Installs, assembles, relocates, and secures fixtures, signage, whiteboards, televisions, artwork, and related equipment;
• Conducts routine plumbing repairs such as unclogging drains, fixing leaks, and replacing fixtures;
• Performs basic electrical maintenance, including replacing lamps, ballasts, switches, outlets, and lighting components;
• Inspects facilities to identify maintenance issues and complete work orders promptly and professionally;
• Assists with renovation projects, facility improvements, and minor construction activities;
• Responds to urgent maintenance issues, emergencies, and seasonal/weather-related needs;
• Maintains documentation of work, labor, and materials using CMMS and related systems;
• Monitors and manages inventory of tools, supplies, equipment, and replacement parts; assist with receiving and distribution;
• Safely operates vehicles, carts, ladders, lifts, hand tools, and power tools; performs routine maintenance on equipment;
• Maintains clean, organized workspaces and report hazards, unsafe conditions, or damaged equipment;
• Follows safety protocols, use PPE, and complies with university policies and regulatory requirements;
• Supports sustainability, rec