Job Summary:  

Under general supervision perform duties to provide cleaning and maintenance of buildings, furniture and fixtures. Serve as team leader and train others in proper work methods and procedures.  

Essential Functions:  

• Perform all essential functions of a Building Services Worker. Sweep, mop, strip, wax, polish and renew floor surfaces. Clean and shampoo rugs and carpets.

• Clean, dust and wax furniture and fixtures in classrooms/labs, offices and residence halls. Clean and empty trash receptacles.

• Scrub, clean and sanitize restrooms (sinks, mirrors, commodes, urinals, showers, stalls, etc.); stock supplies.

• Plan, lead and assign work for assigned staff. Inspect buildings and review quality of work performed by Assistant Building Services Workers and Building Services Workers. Train new employees on all equipment operation and job duties. Coordinate and plan special projects. Record inventory and orders supplies.

• Clean and maintain entrance glass, hallways, lobbies, stairs, elevators, walls, doors; remove snow and ice from walkways; check supplies, stock closets and order necessary supplies. Clean and maintain equipment.

• Complete work, time and material usage reports. Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent/Supervisor.

Additional Position Information:

Education: Requires high school diploma or GED. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers (including fractions and decimals). Must be able to read and write using English vocabulary.  

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Ohio Driver’s License.  

Leadership: Provide guidance to nonexempt staff including general scheduling, assigning tasks and monitoring the work of others, as assigned by the Supervisor.  

Experience: Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in running vacuum, floor buffer, floor burnisher, automatic floor scrubber, carpet and upholstery equipment. Experience maintaining and cleaning buildings, furniture, and fixtures required. Experience leading others preferred.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 80 pounds without assistance and demonstrate bending, crouching and lifting. Must be able to climb a ladder.

Working Conditions: Routine exposure to heat, cold, moisture/wetness, inclement weather, noise and air pollution. May involve exposure to chemical substances, hazards and moving parts. Work schedule is subject to change in accordance with University needs and/or the results of the shift line-up process. Overtime/Call-ins may be mandatory based on University needs.

• Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Learn more about benefits at The University of Akron: https://www.uakron.edu/hr/benefits/ 

 

Application Instructions: Please complete the on-line application and attach your resume.

Application Deadline: May 10, 2026.

 

This is a Union position with a salary grade of 04. The salary determination is subject to the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Starting rate for external candidates - $16.48 hourly. 

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

Communication Workers of America

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Cindy Harm

Email:

charm@uakron.edu

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Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees.  The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus.  As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. 

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.