Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
Optional On call
Essential Worker
Some night and/or weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the organization.
Advertised Salary $34,500 Posting Date 01/13/2026 Open until filled No Closing Date 01/28/2026 Proposed Starting Date 02/16/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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@uga.edu).
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Position Information

Classification Title Building Services Worker I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
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 need extensive training to use. 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. Assist 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 bloodborne pathogen kit. Perform minor light bulb replacement from an 8' ladder. Perform related responsibilities as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

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

Physical Demands

• 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 to include climbing stairs and riding elevators to perform work.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Sweeps, dusts, washes, wet/dry mops, light floor maintenance, vacuums, and performs other duties as needed to maintain cleanliness of campus floors.
Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Collect and remove trash and recyclables, clean and disinfect counters, restroom fixtures, equipment, and furnishings and performs other duties as needed to maintain the cleanliness of laboratories, office areas, classrooms, restrooms, clinics, recreational facilities, and / or other assigned work areas.
Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Cleans and restocks restrooms. Ensures adequate stock of resupply items are in janitorial closets.
Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Clean up bodily fluid or specialized viral/bacterial with blood borne pathogen kit.

Replace light bulbs not more than 8' from floor on ladder.
Performs other duties as required related to cleaning
Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Kimberly Faust Recruitment Contact Email kjfaust@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What's your comfort level with performing minor building maintenance (e.g., bulb replacement, equipment checks)?
   (Open Ended Question)
2. * Are you available to work night shifts or weekends, if needed?
   (Open Ended Question)
3. * This role may involve walking long distances, climbing stairs, and working from ladders. Are you comfortable with these physical demands?
   (Open Ended Question)
4. * Are you comfortable with cross training
   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter