Temporary Summer Residential Building Services Worker

Position Details

Posting Number: G/R32390P

Working Title: Temporary Summer Residential Building Services Worker

Department: Housing‑Facilities‑Maintenance

Location: Athens, GA (Athens Area)

Employment Type: Employee – Temporary (Full‑time, Summer)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Anticipated

Start Date:

05/11/2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia (UGA) 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)./). With more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements, UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The 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, and enrolls over 41,000 students.

Part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing consists of nearly 2.8 million square feet of facilities and serves 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 solely from student housing fees and other non‑state sources.

• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize sinks, tubs, showers, commodes, walls, glass, mirrors, and windows in bathroom areas.
• Vacuum carpets and walk‑off mats to keep 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—refill soap dispensers, toilet tissue, paper towels, and hand sanitizer in restrooms, kitchens, and public spaces.
• Stock custodial closets and carts daily with supplies—cleaning 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 cleaning 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, as assigned.

• Climb stairs and ladders (may occasionally work from a ladder).
• Bend at the waist and knees.
• Work with arms and hands outreached and overhead.
• Stand, kneel, or squat for long periods of time.
• Perform work related duties indoors with steam and humidity, hot/cold in building during various seasons and outdoors in different weather conditions.
• Lift and move items at least 50 pounds in weight, both assisted and unassisted.

• Work independently, as well as with others.
• Effectively organize time to fulfill all work requirements.
• Desire to create a clean and organized environment.
• Sufficient English proficiency to effectively communicate with staff and residents.
• Use computers to access UGA employee websites and UGA email, as necessary.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with personnel, residents, and various customer groups.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Candidates may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

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
).

Recruitment Contact: Carrie Chitwood
Email: cachitwo
Phone: 706‑542‑8279

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