Building Services Worker

Posting Number: S15461P

Working Title: BUILDING SERVICES WORKER I

Department: FMD-Svcs-Blding Svcs

The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The division manages, operates, and maintains campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University.

Posting Type:
External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:
Full Time

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

Advertised Salary: $35,200.00

Proposed Starting Date: 08/24/2026

Open until filled:
Yes

The Building Services Worker I primary duties are: sweeping, dust mopping and wet mopping of floors; high and low dusting of horizontal and vertical surfaces; use of small custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaners, Wet/Dry vacuum, T-1 scrubber, and other machines that do not require extensive training. Cleaning windows and seals, walls, furniture, and other equipment in and around university buildings and grounds.

Collecting and removing large quantities of trash and recyclable waste. Securing and unlocking university buildings. Assisting in delivering, receiving, transporting miscellaneous supplies and materials to and from various buildings. Cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting surfaces such as glass, windows, doors and knobs, electrical switches, blinds, tables, furniture, and other building-related fixtures. Cleaning classrooms, restrooms, offices, breakrooms, recreational and fitness buildings, laboratories, clinics, etc.

Maintaining adequate supplies in restrooms and janitorial closets. Will perform bodily fluid clean-up or specialized viral/bacterial disinfection with blood borne pathogen kit. Perform minor light bulb replacement from an 8’ ladder. Perform related responsibilities as needed.

• Sweep, dust, wash, wet/dry mop, perform light floor maintenance, vacuum, and perform other duties as needed to maintain cleanliness of campus floors.
• Collect and remove trash and recyclables; clean and disinfect counters, restroom fixtures, equipment, and furnishings in laboratories, office areas, classrooms, restrooms, clinics, recreational facilities, and/or other assigned work areas.
• Clean and restock restrooms; ensure adequate stock of resupply items are in janitorial closets.
• Clean up bodily fluid or perform specialized viral/bacterial disinfection with blood borne pathogen kit. Replace light bulbs not more than 8’ from floor on a ladder. Perform other duties as required related to cleaning.

• Available to work specified shift.
• Available to work Saturday, Sunday, or after hours as needed.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships.

• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Push or pull custodial carts up to 40 lbs.
• Frequently bend, squat, lift, kneel, and work with hands above head.
• Work from 8’ ladders.
• Prolonged walking to and from buildings.
• Move throughout buildings and campus including climbing stairs and riding elevators to perform work.

• Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Qualifications: Able to work Monday
  - Friday from 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. This is a night time position.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Kim Faust

Recruitment Contact Email: kjfaust

Recruitment Contact Phone:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 25 institutions of higher education and learning, and the System Office. Core Values:
Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

Other information such as background checks may apply as part of the hiring process. A credit check may be required for positions with financial responsibilities. See the UGA Background Check website for details.