Temporary Buidling Services Worker

Posting Number

G/R31939P

Temporary Buidling Services Worker

VPR-Marine Institute

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). 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 Marine Institute on Sapelo Island (UGAMI) is a world‑renowned field destination that supports research and education in coastal ecosystems. The Marine Institute is located on Sapelo Island, GA, accessible only via ferry or boat.

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Employee

M‑F 8:30‑5:00. Transportation to island is by ferry in Meridian that leaves on time at 8:30 and has one midday run and a 4:30 departure from Sapelo. If you miss the ferry, you will miss a day of work.

$15.00/hr

03/02/2026

01/16/2026

Yes

Note:

this position is NOT in Athens, but located on the coast of Georgia at Sapelo Island. You must take a ferry (paid by UGAMI) every day to work. Resume is optional but 3 references are required. Preferred start date is March 1st with full consideration of applications received by Feb. 2, 2026. However, applicants are accepted until position filled. List most pertinent experience and skills.

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• Performs general cleaning, sanitizing and dusting dormitories, visitor quarters, offices, laboratories, classrooms, all UGAMI campus.
• Sweeps, mops, scrub floors and stairways; dust and clean furniture, window blinds, baseboards, picture frames; wash windows, walls, trash cans, doors, outside walks/porches, and vehicles; occasionally works from a ladder.
• Cleans all restrooms and replenishes supplies; cleans and polishes drinking fountains.
• Cleans floors using broom, vacuum, and mop.
• Moves office and residence hall furniture and equipment.
• Replaces light bulbs, fire alarm batteries and occasionally unstops lavatories.
• Reports damaged structures and equipment.

• Assists in food preparation for…