Building Student Services Specialist

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University in Corvallis is seeking part-time Building Services Specialists to support Recreational Sports. These roles involve custodial duties, stocking supplies, and assisting with facility upkeep to ensure clean, safe spaces for students and staff.

Shifts are early to mid-morning, up to 24 hours weekly. Applicants must be enrolled students and meet OSU eligibility requirements; first aid/CPR training is provided, and a background check is required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a high school, community college, or university.
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
• First Aid, CPR/AED certifications are required before employment begins.
• Criminal History Check is required and OSU standards apply.
• International students may have reduced course loads with OIS approval and must provide documentation.

Responsibilities

• Empty waste containers and recycling bins to prevent overflowing conditions.
• Receive, unpack, inventory, and stock delivered supplies.
• Ensure stock is adequate across facilities including Student Legacy Park, McAlexander Fieldhouse, Dixon Recreation Center, and other facilities.
• Keep outdoor courts, tracks, and pavilion areas free from leaves and debris.
• Remove litter and debris from grass, plant beds and outdoor areas.
• Perform regular touchpoint cleaning of elevator buttons, handrails, doorknobs, desks, and counters to minimize infection spread.
• Sweep hallways and common areas; spot mop spills as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

High School student

College student

Job description

Department:

Recreational Sports

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

For additional information please contact: Tristan Dowrie at [e-mail]

Job Description

This recruitment will be used to fill three part‑time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Building Services Specialist for Recreational Sports at Oregon State University (OSU).

Building Services Specialists (BSSs) assist in meeting the operational needs and customer service requests for custodial services within the Department of Recreational Sports (RecSports). BSSs work as a team to ensure RecSports facilities, grounds, and fields meet the highest standards for appearance, safety, and use.

Position Duties

• Ensure waste containers and recycling bins are emptied as needed to prevent overflowing conditions
• Receive, unpack, inventory, and stock delivered supplies and materials as needed
• Assist with ensuring stock is adequate in all facilities, including Student Legacy Park, McAlexander Fieldhouse, Dixon Recreation Center, and other facilities as needed
• Ensure outdoor tennis courts, track, basketball courts, and pavilion areas are free from leaves and other debris
• Remove litter and other debris from grass, plant beds, and other outdoor areas as needed
• Perform regular touchpoint cleaning of elevator buttons, handrails, doorknobs, desks, counters, drinking fountains, lockers, and other equipment as needed to minimize spread of infectious disease
• Sweep hallways and common areas as needed
• Perform spot mopping as needed in response to spills and slip hazards

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism

Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑schooling program
• Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
• Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Required

• First Aid, CPR/AED (provided) and DRS Bloodborne Pathogens certifications is required before employment begins
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Preferred

• Previous custodial or facility maintenance experience
• Awareness of safety concerns and risk management
• Awareness and appreciation of individual uniqueness and diversity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Working Conditions/Schedule

• This position offers some additional technical skills.
• Work shifts are generally early to mid‑morning, between the hours of 5am-12pm Monday-Friday, including weekends.

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-11-02