Part-Time Building Services Worker

The University of Georgia, chartered in 1785, is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. Located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities by U.S. News & World Report.

About the role

The part-time Building Service Worker is a key member of the Facilities Maintenance department and reports to the Building Services Supervisor. This position performs manual work in a variety of cleaning and related duties in the University Health Center (UHC), including exam rooms, restrooms, conference rooms, and offices. The work involves cleaning assigned building areas using proper methods, materials, and infection control standards under close supervision.

Responsibilities

• General cleaning (50%)
  • Cleans, disinfects, and deodorizes conference rooms, restrooms, exam rooms, offices, housekeeping equipment, sinks, counter tops, mirrors, and water fountains daily or as instructed.
  • Polishes furniture, doors, chrome, stainless steel, etc.
  • Washes, cleans, and disinfects walls as needed in assigned areas.
  • Vacuums conference rooms, hallways, and offices.
  • Performs scheduled dusting (high, low, horizontal, and vertical) to assigned areas daily or as instructed, including blinds, vents, and other surfaces where dust accumulates.
• Trash Collection (20%)
  • Collects trash from assigned work areas.
  • Disposes of trash in designated containers or collection sites.
• Floor Maintenance (20%)
  • Performs assigned floor care duties, including scrubbing floors, wet mopping, dust mopping, and cleaning carpets as needed.
• Stocking (10%)
  • Replenishes supplies such as toilet tissue, paper towels, soap, and deodorizers.
  • Maintains work carts and storage closets clean, organized, and fully stocked.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to read, write, and understand written and/or oral instructions.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no work sponsorship offered).

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year related work experience at UHC.

Skills

• Sustained physical activity, including standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and twisting for extended periods.
• Ability to work from heights using a 3- or 6-foot stepladder while maintaining balance and coordination.
• Ability to push and pull equipment and work on knees for prolonged periods.
• Regular lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Pay

$19.22 per hour.

Schedule

Part-time, 0.50 FTE. Monday–Friday as needed.