Building Specialist - Student Affairs

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking a Building Specialist to support operations and events at the Melton Student Center and campus locations. Responsibilities include cleaning, set-up, and maintenance tasks performed during non-traditional hours 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with 3 years of custodial experience preferred. Opportunities center on teamwork and campus event support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of custodial care experience or substitution via education per policy.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb a ladder with a spotter present.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties and housekeeping to accommodate events.
• Clean upholstery, carpets, and restrooms across facilities.
• Identify and report maintenance issues.
• Stock supply closets at various locations.
• Assist in organizing and set-up of events (tables, chairs, A/V, tents).
• Operate service vehicles, lift devices, and floor maintenance tools.
• May operate laundry facilities and elevators as needed.
• Operate a two-way radio to coordinate with event staff.

Skills

Read & write

Ladder climbing

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Student Affairs is excited to begin the search for a Building Specialist! Building Specialists assist with operations and events at the Melton Student Center and various locations on campus through organization, set-up, and cleaning. The position will require working non-traditional hours. Working hours will be between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Perform general custodial duties, clean multiple levels of stairwells, and/or perform housekeeping duties at building facilities to accommodate event guests.
• Perform upholstery and carpet cleaning.
• Identify and report maintenance problems.
• Stock supply closets at various locations.
• Clean multiple restrooms.
• May operate commercial laundry facilities.
• May clean multiple elevators.
• Operate support machinery to include service vehicles, lift devices, and various power and floor maintenance tools.
• Assist in the organization and set-up of events at various locations at the University to include but not limited to the set-up and breakdown of tables, chairs, audio-visual equipment, tents, and other specialized items.
• Operate a two-way radio.

Qualifications

Level I -

• Ability to read and write

Level II -

• Ability to read and write plus 2 years of experience in custodial care techniques.

Substitution for Experience:

When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience (Example: Associate's degree = 2 years of experience)

Desired Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of relevant experience in custodial care techniques.
• Basic physical and mental skills and abilities, including use of hand tools, power tools, or other equipment. Basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to climb up and down a ladder with a spotter present.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Contract Type

Continuing

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Posted Date

11/2/2026