About this role
GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (Part Time)
Savannah Convention Center
Great Events Don't Just Happen. Great People Keep Everything Running.
At the Savannah Convention Center, exceptional experiences depend on more than what happens on the event floor. Behind every successful convention, tradeshow, meeting, and special event is a dedicated team ensuring our facility operates safely, efficiently, and at its best.
We're looking for a Part-Time General Maintenance Technician who takes pride in quality work, enjoys solving problems, and understands that even the smallest details make a big difference.
If you're mechanically inclined, dependable, comfortable working with your hands, and enjoy being part of a team where no two days are exactly alike, we'd like to meet you.
WHY YOU'LL WANT TO WORK HERE
Located along the Savannah River on beautiful Hutchinson Island, the Savannah Convention Center is a premier waterfront destination for conventions, tradeshows, meetings, and special events.
Our expanded 660,000-square-foot facility features 200,000 square feet of exhibit space, impressive ballrooms, modern meeting spaces, and convenient access to Savannah's historic district.
But what truly sets us apart is our people.
We're proud of our collaborative culture, strong teamwork, and consistently high customer satisfaction ratings. As part of the Savannah Convention Center, you'll join a team committed to maintaining an exceptional facility and delivering memorable experiences for every client and guest.
Our core values guide everything we do:
We are Accountable. We are Authentic. We are One.
This is an opportunity to put your technical skills to work in a dynamic environment, contribute to a team that values quality and service, and help keep one of Savannah's premier event destinations operating at its best.
WHAT YOU'LL OWN
Working under the direction of the Chief Engineer, you'll support the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the Savannah Convention Center, helping ensure our building, equipment, and event spaces remain safe, functional, and ready to welcome guests.
Keep Our Facility Running Smoothly
- Perform general maintenance duties in assigned trade fields, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, brick masonry, and other related building maintenance activities.
- 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.
- Demonstrate attention to detail and take pride in maintaining the appearance, functionality, and overall condition of the facility.
Support Events & Solve Problems
- Assist with the installation of engineering services for building events, ensuring operational needs are addressed safely and efficiently.
- Respond to assigned maintenance needs and operational requests in a timely, professional manner.
- Adapt to changing priorities, troubleshoot problems, and help resolve unexpected maintenance challenges.
- Take initiative, manage multiple assignments, and follow through on responsibilities to support successful event execution.
Work Safely & Be a Team Player
- Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Participate in all 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.
- Maintain a professional image and provide exhibitors, clients, vendors, and visitors with the highest level of customer service.
- Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and vendors.
- Assist with other operational assignments and special projects as needed, including responsibilities outside regular maintenance duties, under the direction of the Chief Engineer.
WHAT YOU BRING
You're a Hands-On Problem Solver. You enjoy troubleshooting, making repairs, and finding practical solutions that keep equipment and facilities operating properly.
You're Dependable & Take Ownership. You follow through on assignments, communicate concerns promptly, and take pride in completing work safely, correctly, and on time.
You're Skilled & Versatile. You bring demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with commercial building systems, maintenance equipment, and applicable trade practices. You're comfortable working across multiple maintenance disciplines and understand when to seek additional guidance or assistance.
You're a Team Player. You communicate effectively, work well with others, and understand that supporting your colleagues is essential to delivering exceptional experiences.
You're Flexible & Ready to Help. You can manage multiple tasks, adjust to changing priorities, and remain professional in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.
- Minimum of two years of trade or helper experience in the convention and/or tradeshow industry or a comparable position in a specialized trade field.
- 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.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Ability to work a flexible, irregular part-time schedule based on event demands and operational needs.
- Position requires extensive walking and occasional bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- May involve exposure to adverse weather conditions, various chemicals, and maintenance-related equipment.
- Ability to adjust to changing assignments and perform duties that may extend beyond routine maintenance responsibilities.
READY TO WORK BEHIND THE EXPERIENCE?
At the Savannah Convention Center, every successful event depends on people who take pride in keeping our facility ready for what's next.
If you're a dependable, hardworking maintenance professional who enjoys variety, values teamwork, and takes satisfaction in a job well done, we'd love to hear from you.
Join our Engineering team and help keep exceptional experiences running—one repair, one project, and one event at a time.
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer , and as such does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, or on terms or conditions of employment because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, eligibility for military service, disability, or for any other illegal purpose