Facility Service Worker

Salary: $38,782.00 Annually
Location : Facilities Management -2555 Lexington Road, Athens, GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-0702
Department: Central Services
Division: Facilities Management
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Closing Date: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Purpose & Job Related Requirements
REPORTS TO: Building Service Supervisor

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period

PAY GRADE: 110

SAFETY SENSITIVE : No

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to perform a variety of building maintenance duties in Unified Government buildings. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, cleaning and performing small repairs, assisting with maintenance of areas designated to others, and performing additional tasks as assigned.
Job Related Requirements

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:30pm, or Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm however hours can be changed per Supervisor.

May be required to work on religious holidays. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Must work cooperatively with others. When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

One year of general custodial or related experience preferred.

Must have the ability to obtain "Green Cleaning" certification by an appropriate certification agency within 6 months of date of hire.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.


Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes, and buffs floors; vacuums and shampoos carpets.


Cleans restrooms, including cleaning and sanitizing fixtures, replacing soap/paper products, & emptying trash cans.


Cleans offices and break rooms, including vacuuming floors, emptying trash, cleaning glass and woodwork, and dusting furniture.


Cleans areas around entranceways and parking lots; picks up debris.


Replaces defective light bulbs and lamps.


Arranges furniture for special events and moves furniture as needed.


Assists with the Athens-Clarke County Recycling Program by collecting materials in offices and properly placing them in appropriate containers for pick-up.


Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the Central Services Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Facility Service Worker.


Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.


Knowledge of "green cleaning" and the ability to perform green cleaning using industry standards and techniques.


Knowledge of various cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.


Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other staff members.


Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.


Ability to handle the required mathematical calculations.


Ability to plan, organize, and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.


Ability to comprehend and apply the regulations and procedures of the department.


Ability to use specialized cleaning equipment such as buffers, carpet shampooers, and various hand tools.

Supplemental Information
(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including construction tools and equipment. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of medium work.


DATA CONCEPTION : Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.


INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION : Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving / receiving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants / from supervisors.


LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires ability to read a variety of time sheets, supply order lists, records, reports, charts and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare supply requisition forms and attendance records using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.


INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand basic principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgment in the absence of management.


VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions.


NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; utilize determine percentages.


FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE : Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with building maintenance equipment.


MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using building maintenance equipment. Requires the ability to lift, bend, push, pull, manipulate equipment/tools and objects as the position necessitates.


MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as building maintenance equipment. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.


COLOR DISCRIMINATION : May require the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.


INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT : Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under moderate stress when confronted with an emergency.


PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.
Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.


Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.


Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.


As an Employer of Choice, we offer:
Health

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription drug plan

Wellness

• Onsite Employee Wellness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18+
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness education and incentive programs
• Annual Wellness Fair
• Annual employee appreciation events
• Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
• Safety & Risk training and job-related vaccinations

Family and Career

• Training and professional development opportunities through the Organizational Development Department
• Opportunities and Career Development via the Government Wide Learning Management System

Time

• Annual/Sick leave
• 13 paid holidays per calendar year

Money

• Robust Wellness Program - earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
• Health Savings Account for medical and dependent care
• Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer - Federal Student Aid
• Financial education programs
• Uniforms provided (if applicable)
• Discount Admissions - ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium

Protection

• Group Accident insurance
• Critical Illness insurance
• MASA Medical Transportation Insurance
• Employer paid basic life insurance
• Whole life insurance
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Contributory term life insurance
• Pet Insurance

To learn more about the Benefits offered at ACCGov, you may access them below.
BENEFITS
WELLNESS

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
01


Which best describes your highest level of education?

• Some High School
• High School diploma or GED from an institution accredited by SACS
• Some education beyond high school
• Technical or Vocational Degree
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

02


How much experience do you have in general custodial work?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more but less than three years
• 3 years or more but less than five years
• 5 years or more but less than seven years
• 7 years or more

03


Indicate your general custodial/light maintenance experience below. Check all that apply.

• Empty trash and clean restrooms
• Remove stains from fixtures
• Clean floors ex.(sweeping, mopping, shampooing, waxing, vacuuming etc.)
• Basic plumbing repair
• Basic electrical repair
• Small carpentry projects/repairs
• General inspection of facilities
• Appropriately report large repairs needed
• Equipment maintenance/repair
• Set up/breakdown of events: tents, barricades, etc.
• None of the above

04


This position requires an the ability to obtain "Green Cleaning" certification by an appropriate certification agency within 6 months of date of hire. Do you currently possess a "Green Cleaning" Certification?

• Yes
• No

05


Please list any experience you have in the following:1) Roof inspections and leak repairs2) Cleaning the interior and exterior of buildings3) Experience moving office furniture and experiencePlease list where and when you obtained each level of experience, the number of years experience, and who can be contacted to verify this information.
Required Question