Building Services Worker II

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.

The UGA Facilities Management Division is the largest of 7 divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 800 personnel manage, operate, and maintain campus landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia.

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
Voluntary On call
Essential Worker
Some nights and/or weekends may be required to meet the needs of the organization.

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 ( hrweb@uga.edu).

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.

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

The Building Services Worker II duties are inclusive of those of the BSW I; sweeps, dust mop, wet mop, dusts, high dusts, light floor care. Cleans windows, window sills, walls, furniture, and other equipment in and around university buildings and grounds. Collects and removes bulk quantities of trash and recyclables. Secures and unlocks university buildings. Delivers, receives, and transports miscellaneous supplies and materials to and from various buildings. Performs cleaning and disinfection on surfaces such as: glass, windows, doors, electrical switches, Venetian blinds, and other building related equipment in classrooms, restrooms, administrative buildings, recreational and fitness building, laboratories, medical clinics, etc. Maintains adequate supplies in restrooms and janitorial closets. May be needed to perform bodily fluid clean-up or specialized viral/bacterial disinfection. Performs minor light bulb replacement from an 8' ladder.

In addition, the BSWII performs floor care with large specialized floor care equipment: carpet cleaning and extraction, strip / wax / burnish floors, refinish wood floors, etc. Responsible to the safe operation and operator level maintenance of assigned equipment. Responsible for building walk-through inspections on weekly basis, assist with equipment inspections of building cleaning machine and tools, and the submission of building and/or equipment inspection form to lead/supervisor.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Performs floor care with large specialized floor care equipment: carpet cleaning and extraction, strip / wax burnish floors, refinish wood floors, etc. Responsible to the safe operation and operator level maintenance of assigned equipment.

Sweeps, dusts. washes, wet / dry mops, light floor maintenance, vacuums, and performs other duties as needed to maintain cleanliness of campus floors.

Collect and remove trash and recyclables, clean and disinfect counters, restrooms fixtures, equipment, and furnishings and performs other duties as needed to maintain the cleanliness of laboratories, office areas, classrooms, restrooms,clinics, recreational facilities, and / or assigned work areas.

Cleans and restocks restrooms.Ensures adequate stock of resupply items are in janitorial closets.

Performs bodily fluid clean-up or specialized viral / bacterial disinfection. Perform minor light bulb replacement from an 8' ladder. Performs related responsibilities as needed.

Conduct walk-through area/building inspections for cleanliness, conduct cleaning equipment inspection for safety hazards, and completes inspection reports to submit to lead/supervisor.