BUILDING SERVICES WORKER II

Inside Higher Ed

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 33,660 - 41,140

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits Eligible

Retirement Plan

Job summary

A higher education institution in Athens, GA seeks a Building Services Worker II for full-time custodial responsibilities. The role entails cleaning, maintaining, and ensuring safety in various facilities, using specialized equipment for floor care. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and two years of related experience. Strong communication skills and availability for specified shifts, including nights and weekends, are essential. This position offers a starting salary of $37,400, commensurate with experience. The application email is kjfaust@uga.edu.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
Experience with floor care equipment and custodial tools preferred.
Physical demand includes lifting up to 40 lbs and moving throughout buildings.

Responsibilities

Perform floor care with large equipment like carpet cleaners.
Conduct building cleanliness and safety inspections.
Clean and maintain restrooms and supply areas.

Skills

Custodial tools proficiency (e.g., vacuum cleaners)

Floor care equipment experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scrubbers

Wet/dry vacuums

Job description

Overview

Posting Number: S14591P

Working Title: BUILDING SERVICES WORKER II

Department: FMD-Svcs-Blding Svcs

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Proposed Starting Date: 04/27/2026

Advertised Salary: $37,400 or commensurate with experience

Open until filled: Yes

Location/Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM; Voluntary On call; Essential Worker; Some nights and/or weekends may be required to meet the needs of the organization.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

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

Posting Date: 03/11/2026

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, 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 for details.

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.

USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Further details and policies are available online.

Position Summary

The Building Services Worker II duties are inclusive of those of the BSW I. Responsibilities include sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, high and low dusting, use of small custodial equipment, cleaning of windows and surfaces, collecting and removing trash and recyclables, securing and unlocking buildings, delivering and transporting supplies, cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, cleaning classrooms, restrooms, offices, breakrooms, laboratories, clinics, and other areas, and maintaining supplies. Will perform bodily fluid cleanup or specialized viral/bacterial disinfection with appropriate kit and minor light bulb replacements from an 8 ft ladder. In addition, the BSW II will perform floor care with large specialized equipment and ensure safe operation and maintenance of equipment. Weekly building walk-through inspections and equipment inspections are expected, with reports submitted to the lead/supervisor.

Responsibilities

Perform floor care with large specialized floor care equipment: carpet cleaning and extraction, strip/wax/burnish floors, refinish wood floors, etc.
Responsible for safe operation and operator level maintenance of assigned equipment.
Conduct walk-through area/building inspections for cleanliness and safety hazards; complete inspection reports to submit to lead/supervisor.
Clean and restock restrooms; ensure adequate stock of resupply items in janitorial closets.

Qualifications

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Custodial Experience & Equipment Use: proficiency with custodial tools (vacuum cleaners, wet/dry vacuums, T-1 scrubbers, etc.) and experience with floor care equipment (carpet extraction, stripping/waxing, refinishing wood floors)
- Experience with floor care involving large, specialized equipment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: establish and maintain effective communication; available to work specified shifts; availability for nights/weekends as needed.

Physical Demands

Lift up to 40 lbs; push/pull custodial carts up to 40 lbs; load/unload floor care machines up to 40 lbs
Frequent bending, squatting, lifting, kneeling; extended walking; ability to move throughout buildings including stairs and elevators
Work from 8 ft ladders

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