Exterior Maintenance Technician*

University of California; Georgia; On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation time

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Augusta University in Georgia seeks a dedicated Grounds and Landscaping Support worker to perform outdoor cleaning with hydraulic pressure washing equipment across multiple campuses. You will clean sidewalks, building exteriors, and related surfaces and assist the Grounds Team with light tasks as needed.

Responsibilities include selecting appropriate settings, maintaining equipment, following safety procedures, and coordinating with campus departments to schedule cleaning activities.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or GED and 1 year of experience with pressure washing, exterior cleaning, or facilities work.
• Must have a valid driver’s license to operate vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Pressure wash sidewalks, building exteriors, stairways, entryways, and other outdoor surfaces.
• Assist Grounds Team with minor tasks during inclement weather or low-pressure periods.
• Maintain hoses, nozzles, wands, and chemical injection systems; report equipment issues.
• Follow safety protocols, establish work zones, and ensure pedestrian safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Safety-conscious

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pressure washing equipment

Job description

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

College/Department Information

Providing the highest level of quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to the entire university community while creating and caring for a physical environment in which those who seek knowledge, enlightenment and well-being enjoy successful, productive, and fulfilled lives. Facilities Services Division provides quality customer service by maintaining a safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing environment in which students, faculty, and staff can function and accomplish their educational objectives and by supporting a patient care culture that continuously improves. Facilities Services' responsibilities include Interior and Exterior Facilities Support, Construction, Space Management, and Environmental Services.

Job Summary

Responsible for safely performing duties related to identifying and cleaning outdoor areas on all campuses using hydraulic pressure washing equipment. Areas to be cleaned include sidewalks, benches, brick and concrete structures, and other surfaces below 10 feet in height as assigned. Candidate will assist the campus Grounds Team with miscellaneous minor tasks as needed if inclement weather or other needs arise.

Responsibilities

The job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pressure Washing Operations

Perform scheduled and on-demand pressure washing of sidewalks, building exteriors, stairways, entryways, outdoor seating areas, loading docks, signage, recreational spaces, trash receptacles, and other hardscape surfaces.

Remove dirt, mold, algae, stains, graffiti, and other surface contaminants.

Select appropriate pressure settings, nozzles, detergents, and cleaning techniques for various surface types (concrete, brick, stone, metal, synthetic surfaces, etc.).

Ensure completed work meets or exceeds campus cleanliness and appearance standards.

Safely operate pressure washing equipment (cold-water, hot-water, and trailer-mounted units) keeping pedestrians and nearby vehicles safe.

Inspect equipment before and after use; perform basic troubleshooting and minor maintenance to equipment.

Maintain hoses, nozzles, wands, chemical injection systems, and associated tools.

Report equipment failures or service needs to supervisors promptly.

Identify surface conditions and adjust methods to avoid damage to adjacent buildings, landscaping, signage, or infrastructure.

Utilize appropriate containment or barriers to protect pedestrians, vehicles, and other sensitive areas.

Perform seasonal cleaning tasks such as mold and pollen removal during peak months.

Safety

Follow institutional safety protocols, including required PPE, chemical handling, and safe equipment operation.

Establish work zones with cones, barricades, and proper signage to ensure pedestrian safety.

Adhere to environmental regulations related to water runoff, wastewater containment, and chemical use.

Immediately report safety hazards, spills, or incidents.

Communication

Maintain logs of completed work, areas serviced, and materials used.

Communicate effectively with campus departments regarding scheduled cleaning activities.

Respond professionally to service requests from faculty, staff, and students.

Coordinate with Grounds, EVS, Operations, and EHS teams when needed.

Additional Grounds and Landscaping Support

Assist Landscaping and Grounds team with related exterior maintenance tasks when pressure washing is not required, such as weeding, debris removal, event set up, and other light landscaping duties.

Performs any other duties and assignments as instructed by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED from a recognized state or federal accredited organization. Minimum of 1 year of experience working with pressure washing equipment, exterior cleaning, grounds maintenance, or related facilities work. Current drivers license to operate vehicles. Must meet USG requirements and AU policy to operate vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with commercial grade pressure washing equipment preferred, knowledge of operating machinery and safety aspects related to machinery.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality cleaning results.

Must be able to work independently and also as a team member.

Must be able to work well and communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and faculty.

KNOWLEDGE

Working knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the pressure washing trade.

Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of pressure washing trade.

Knowledge of safe chemical handling and dilution practices.

SKILLS

Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment of grounds trade.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days: Monday - Friday

Pay Band: 3

Salary Minimum: $16.54/hour

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 8/4/26 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full‑time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half‑time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Driver's License Statement

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.