Residential Building Services Worker

Position Information

• Title:
  
  Residential Building Services Worker (Building Services Worker II)
• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Building Services Worker II
• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Full/Part Time:
  Full Time
• Location:
  
  Athens Area
• Work Schedule:
  
  M-F, 7:30 a.m.
  
  - 4:30 p.m. (Some evening and weekend work required)
• Salary: $35,500

The primary function of this position is to execute a variety of cleaning tasks throughout residential communities housing 1,200 or more residents. The position includes scheduled summer tasks, transitions and the cleaning of rotating camps, conferences and student orientation programs. The position performs duties necessary to uphold communication and customer service with a variety of peers, residents and other departmental stakeholders;

performs periodic duties during weekend and holiday shifts and on-call operations to uphold the standards of care for a 24-hour, seven-day a week residential program. Must be available to work specified shift, with occasional additional shifts Saturday, Sunday, or after hours as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

• None specified.

• Thoroughly clean, disinfect, and sanitize all areas of the residence halls including but not limited to bathrooms, flooring, furniture, kitchens, laundry rooms and machines, and common areas.
• Remove trash and recyclables and clean trash cans and recycle bins.
• Maintain a supply of soap, toilet tissue, paper towels, hand sanitizer, etc., in restrooms, kitchens, breakrooms, and public space.
• Track and maintain custodial supplies.
• Participate in the Residential Building Services on-call program as required.
• Perform thorough cleaning and monitoring of vacant student rooms and apartments.
• Perform summer project work assignments including annual deep cleaning of the residence halls.
• Participate in the moving of stock items (i.e., wood bed frames, bed springs, dressers, etc.)
• Maintain cleanliness in the residence halls during New Student Orientation and Camps and Conferences.
• Participate in the required Building Services after-hour on-call program.
• Participate in the required weekend shift work, as scheduled.
• Participate in job related training and demonstrate work competency.
• Other duties consistent with the purpose and scope of this position may be assigned.
• Commit to a University Housing-first philosophy by promoting student success and supporting University Housing, Division of Student Affairs and University of Georgia missions and goals.
• Safeguard the physical security of University Housing facilities, protect sensitive information through adherence to cybersecurity policies and best practices, promptly report any security concerns or incidents.
• Embeds an entrepreneurial spirit by sharing opportunities to protect departmental resources and find cost savings.
• Be present and on time for all scheduled work, communicating proactively for unavoidable absences and adhering to policies and procedures for leave requests.
• Provide a positive student experience by being courteous, caring, patient, flexible and working to resolve issues or problems in a timely manner.
• Maintain a positive and productive environment by consistently following department, campus and USG policies and procedures.
• Designated as Essential Personnel Pool and may be required to report to work when the University is closed or operating under modified conditions.
• Participate in departmental "all hands-on deck" events (e.g., move-in, move-out, residence hall emergencies).

• Climb stairs and ladders. May work from a ladder.
• Bend at the waist and knees.
• Work with arms and hands overhead for an extended period.
• Stand, kneel, or squat for long periods of time.
• Use, care and maintain hand tools and power tools.
• Lift and move items at least 50 pounds in weight, both assisted and unassisted.
• Perform work related duties indoors with steam and humidity or hot/cold conditions and work outdoors in various seasons and weather conditions.

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