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; however, slight adjustments may be accommodated
based on employee needs and business requirements
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, recycling, and resource conservation
efforts;
Trains, mentors, and supervises student employees; assign and
review work to ensure quality and safety compliance;
Provides coaching on maintenance skills, customer service, and
professional conduct;
Identifies and communicates student employee performance or
training needs;
Assists with event setup, furniture arrangement, equipment
placement, and post-event restoration;
Coordinates maintenance activities with staff, vendors, and
campus partners;
Communicates project status and facility needs;
Supports building operations, including opening/closing,
readiness, and emergency response activities;
Delivers professional, responsive, and customer-focused service
to campus stakeholders and event participants;
Supports meetings, events, and programs while maintaining
facility appearance and readiness; and
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Valid driver's license;
- Knowledge of general maintenance method, equipment, and
tools;
- Detailed knowledge and experience of basic carpentry skills,
methods and techniques;
- Basic understanding of computer operation and MS Office
software suite;
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and written;
- Exercise independent judgment and initiative without close
supervision;
- Ability to work on ladders;
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs; and
- Ability to complete strenuous and sustained manual labor.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Detailed knowledge and proven 3+ years of experience in
building maintenance and/or construction trades such as carpentry,
plumbing, electrical.
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for
Building
Services Technician at
https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online
application to include three professional references with contact
information, and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with
Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: July 2, 2026
For Full Consideration, Apply by: July 26, 2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research
university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous
world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest
and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering
degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level,
along with certificates and credentials.
George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for
students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We
believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing
our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and
we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of
origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its
community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or
veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
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