Building Services Worker I - Sapelo Island (Ferry Paid)

University of Georgia; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ferry paid by UGAMI

Job summary

The University of Georgia Marine Institute (UGAMI) on Sapelo Island is hiring a Building Services Worker I. The role involves cleaning and related duties across university facilities, with duties ranging from classrooms to dormitories.

A ferry is required daily at 8:30 am, paid by UGAMI. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma; preferred one year custodial experience and ServSafe certification obtained after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year industrial, custodial or related experience is desired but not required.
• A knowledge of floor machines and materials used in maintenance of carpet and resilient floors is desired.
• ServSafe certification will be obtained once hired and paid for by UGAMI.
• Current drivers license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains cleanliness of assigned areas, including dormitories, visitor quarters, offices, laboratories, and classrooms.
• Cleans bedrooms, living areas, bathrooms, and kitchens.
• Manages the laundry of bedding for dormitories and visitor quarters, including washing and folding linens.
• Performs floor care, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, buffing, and waxing.
• Washes windows, walls, trash cans, and glass doors; empties trash; sweeps outside walks; frequently works from a chair or ladder.
• Cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies; cleans drinking fountains.
• Operates a polishing machine and a vacuum cleaner.
• Moves office and residence hall furniture and equipment.
• Replaces light bulbs, cleans and polishes brass, and unstops lavatories and toilets.
• Cleans the interior and exterior of vehicles.
• Reports any observed structural or equipment damage.
• Additional duties as needed.
• Special projects may range from helping to prepare meals for important visitors or classes to taking on cleaning duties and/or landscaping to supporting island‑wide events.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Cleaning materials

Cleaning equipment

Follow instructions

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification (to be obtained after hire)

Job description

The University of Georgia Marine Institute (UGAMI) on Sapelo Island is hiring a Building Services Worker I. The role involves cleaning and related duties across university facilities, with duties ranging from classrooms to dormitories.

A ferry is required daily at 8:30 am, paid by UGAMI. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma; preferred one year custodial experience and ServSafe certification obtained after hire.