Custodian II (Blue Ridge)

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 20,333 - 22,372; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a dedicated Custodian II for the Blue Ridge campus, responsible for custodial maintenance and event support. The ideal candidate will manage the cleanliness of the campus facilities and assist in setting up for various events.

Strong knowledge of safety practices and physical ability are essential, with three years of experience preferred. The role offers a salary range of $14.76–$16.24 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial maintenance duties including sweeping, dusting, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Clean restrooms and restock soap and paper supplies.
• Assist with the setup and takedown of tables and chairs for events.
• Empty trash receptacles and police the grounds around the building.

Skills

Knowledge of safety and environmental practices

Ability to perform physical labor up to 50 pounds

Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies

Ability to understand verbal and written instructions

Ability to operate small hand tools

Education

Three years of custodial experience

HS Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Title: Custodian II (Blue Ridge)

Location: UNG - Blue Ridge Campus

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 299024

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Custodian II on the Blue Ridge campus. This position provides custodial and event support to the UNG Blue Ridge campus. It is responsible for the custodial upkeep of the campus and assists with the set up and takedown for events in meeting rooms, classrooms and common area spaces as needed.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the university’s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. The university remains committed to supporting international faculty hires, but cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees. For questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at [phone].

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial maintenance duties to include but not limited to sweeping, dusting, mopping and vacuuming carpets/floors.
• Clean restrooms to include restocking of soap and paper supplies.
• Assist with the set up and takedown of tables, chairs, pipe & drape and other resources that support events.
• Empty trash receptacles, bags and move trash for disposal.
• Sweep outside walkways, steps and patios. Police the grounds around the building.
• Perform custodian and event support related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.
• Ability to perform physical labor to include but not limited to lifting, pushing/pulling objects up to 50 pounds, climbing and working from ladders and performing manual labor tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to operate equipment. A
• ble to operate small hand tools; Balancing; Bending Over; Carrying; Climb up and down ladder; Climb up onto and down from equipment. Crawling; Crouching; Eye/hand coordination; Grasping; Kneeling; Constant, medium, constant lifting; Moving; Pulling; Pushing; Reaching; Reaching Overhead; Repetitive use of hands/arms; Repetitive use of legs; Sitting; Standing; Stooping; Talking; Twisting; Walking (include distance); operate vehicles; trucks; golf carts. Day to day job responsibilities require cell phone for frequent response to urgent UNG business at any time of the day or night.
• Ability to operate equipment; Able to operate small hand tools; Balancing; Bending Over; Carrying; Climb up onto and down from equipment. Crawling; Crouching; Eye/hand coordination; Grasping; Hazards such as electrical, chemical, biological; Hearing; Inside/outside environmental factors; Kneeling; Constant, medium, constant lifting; Moving; Pulling; Pushing; Reaching; Reaching Overhead; Repetitive use of hands/arms; Repetitive use of legs; Sitting; Standing; Stooping; Talking; Twisting; Walking (include distance); operate vehicles; trucks; golf carts.

Required Qualifications

• Three years of Custodial experience or equivalent work related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED preferred.

Proposed Salary

• The proposed salary for this position is: $14.76-$16.24 hour.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust