Utility Worker

Overview

Utility Worker I
Facilities Management Services

Salary: Competitive salary of $31,200 ($15 an hour) with great benefits!

Location: Atlanta Campus
* Location is subject to change*

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
* Shift subject to change*

These are exciting times at the Building Services Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Building Services Department is seeking Utility Worker I to join the already awesome team, taking the Building Services Department to the next level of excellence!

What makes the Building Services Department a great place?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate performs entry-level duties, such as campus cleaning, collecting trash, moving and delivering supplies and equipment, and is assigned to work in a team with a stronger emphasis on specific job duties. Assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings, although overlapping of duties may occur as needed:

• Walks the assigned areas of the campus to collect and remove the trash and clean the restrooms, offices, lounges, and common areas.
• Assists in special projects, such as setting up and moving furniture for special on-campus and off-campus events (commencements, concerts, convocations) and areas like plazas and parks.
• Uses power (AC & DC) equipment to clean buildings.
• Collects recyclable materials from campus buildings.
• Assists with removing surplus items from campus departments or offices.
• Reads work orders or follows instructions.
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials, and marks information on cases, bales, or other containers.
• Assists in emergency preparations, such as clearing snow, ice, sidewalks, and driveways.
• Operates delivery trucks or other equipment to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
• Drives vehicles to pick up tables and chairs across campus or between off-campus warehouses.
• Works in either a recycling team, campus setup team, moving team, or parking lots team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer
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This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion of the employee's direct supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Georgia Driver's License.

Preferred Hiring

Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and strenuous manual tasks.
• Ability to operate warehouse, delivery, and power equipment, such as large trucks, forklifts, hand trucks, and pressure washers.

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services

Department: Facilities Management Services Division

Location: Atlanta Campus

Shift: Monday
- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Salary: $31,200

Pay Grade: 5

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting: 09/04/25, 3:39:38 PM

Closing Date: 10/05/25, 3:59:00 AM

Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application
• Resume (recommended)

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Georgia State University Values
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Community, Identity, Belonging, Transformation, Integrity, Excellence, Strategic Innovation, and USG Core values including Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect.

Equal Employment Opportunity
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Georgia State prohibits discrimination in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Background checks may be required. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority. More details on policies are available online.

Please note:

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