Temporary Summer Residential Building Services Worker

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Temporary Summer Residential Building Services Worker to maintain and clean residential facilities on the Athens campus. Duties include cleaning bathrooms, windows, floors, and common areas, plus assisting with summer projects and material deliveries. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.

– 4:30 p.m. This is a temporary summer position with local campus duties. Starting in September 2026, you will support housing facilities maintenance, ensuring safe, clean

Qualifications

• Clean, disinfect and sanitize sinks, tubs, showers, commodes and walls in bathroom area.
• Clean glass, mirrors and windows maintaining cleanliness.
• Vacuum carpets and walk-off mats keeping floors clean and free of debris.
• Clean furniture, light fixtures, walls, water fountains, fans, air vents, doors, kitchen appliances, ceilings, laundry rooms and trash chute areas according to department standards.
• Clean baseboards and stairwells, mop, sweep, strip, wax and buff hard floors.
• Collect and remove trash and debris. Clean trash receptacles and change liners in offices and common areas. Move recycled materials to designated area.
• Maintain operational supplies daily such as, refilling soap dispensers, toilet tissue, paper towels and hand sanitizer in restrooms, kitchens and public spaces.
• Stock custodial closets and carts daily with supplies needed such as, proper chemicals, microfiber cloths, cleaning tools, can liners and items deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Safely operate and use various types of floor equipment, tools and products.
• Perform summer project work assignments such as, deep clean resident rooms, common areas, windows, blinds, restrooms, kitchens, extract carpets, strip and wax hard floors.
• Receive and deliver mattresses.
• Pressure wash outside areas.
• Report damage and maintenance work requests to immediate supervisor and/or work control office.
• Report any equipment in need of repair to immediate supervisor.
• Receive and deliver miscellaneous supplies and goods to and from various buildings.
• Participate in team meetings; attend departmental training and events.
• Perform other duties consistent with the purpose and scope of this position, which may be assigned.

Responsibilities

• The role involves cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms, windows, floors, and common areas to department standards.
• Perform summer project work including deep cleaning of resident rooms, kitchens, and public spaces, plus exterior cleaning tasks.
• Assist with stocking, delivery of supplies and equipment, and reporting maintenance issues as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and departmental trainings, contributing to a collaborative work environment.

Job description

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number: G/R32390P

Working Title: Temporary Summer Residential Building Services Worker

Department: Housing-Facilities-Maintenance

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: Part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing consists of nearly 2.8 million square feet of facilities and is home to more than 9,000 students. The department employs 220 full-time staff members, 21 graduate assistants and 565 undergraduate student workers. As a self-supporting auxiliary, University Housing operates a $59 million budget derived only from student housing fees and other non-state sources.

In support of its mission to provide comfortable, affordable and secure housing options where the academic success and personal growth of residents are encouraged and supported, University Housing engages staff members in competency-based training and students in curriculum-based engagement focused on community building, interpersonal skills, social awareness and responsibility, and well-being.

College/Unit/Department website: housing.uga.edu

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Advertised Salary: $14.30 per hour

Anticipated Start Date: 09/01/2026

Posting Date: 08/03/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Duties/Responsibilities

Percentage of time: 70

• Clean, disinfect and sanitize sinks, tubs, showers, commodes and walls in bathroom area.
• Clean glass, mirrors and windows maintaining cleanliness.
• Vacuum carpets and walk-off mats keeping floors clean and free of debris.
• Clean furniture, light fixtures, walls, water fountains, fans, air vents, doors, kitchen appliances, ceilings, laundry rooms and trash chute areas according to department standards.
• Clean baseboards and stairwells, mop, sweep, strip, wax and buff hard floors.
• Collect and remove trash and debris. Clean trash receptacles and change liners in offices and common areas. Move recycled materials to designated area.
• Maintain operational supplies daily such as, refilling soap dispensers, toilet tissue, paper towels and hand sanitizer in restrooms, kitchens and public spaces.
• Stock custodial closets and carts daily with supplies needed such as, proper chemicals, microfiber cloths, cleaning tools, can liners and items deemed necessary by supervisor.
• Safely operate and use various types of floor equipment, tools and products.

Percentage of time: 20

• Perform summer project work assignments such as, deep clean resident rooms, common areas, windows, blinds, restrooms, kitchens, extract carpets, strip and wax hard floors.
• Receive and deliver mattresses.
• Pressure wash outside areas.

Percentage of time: 10

• Report damage and maintenance work requests to immediate supervisor and/or work control office.
• Report any equipment in need of repair to immediate supervisor.
• Receive and deliver miscellaneous supplies and goods to and from various buildings.
• Participate in team meetings; attend departmental training and events.
• Perform other duties consistent with the purpose and scope of this position, which may be assigned.