Assistant Building Services Worker

Assistant Building Services Worker

Performs cleaning and maintenance of buildings, furniture and fixtures. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title. Building Services, Grounds, Special Services, and Recycling employees perform a variety of tasks to maintain the operations, cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance of facilities and the surrounding grounds. Develops and operates refuse waste reduction and recycling programs. Delivers and receives heavy materials and supplies. Maintains, diagnoses, and repairs University vehicles and equipment. Maintains pools, fitness, and other related equipment.

This is a Union position for which The Communications Workers of America has been designated as the exclusive representative. We are actively hiring and have multiple positions available. This position involves shift work, and the shift will be selected for the employee based on University needs.

There are current vacancies available on third shift, which runs Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Additionally, there are second shift opportunities available for this position.

Competitive Pay & Job Security: $15.00/hr. starting pay, after one year $15.43/hr., structured union increases, and year-round employment.

• State Pension Plan: The university contributes 14% to your retirement, per the union agreement.
• Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Low-cost health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays (union benefit).
• Paid Parental Leave: 20 paid days for maternity/paternity leave.
• Tuition Remission: Available for employees and dependents.
• Consistent Schedule & Overtime Opportunities: Predictable shifts with OT available.
• Uniform & Tool Allowances: Provided at no cost.
• Team-Oriented Workplace: Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive environment.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and review will continue until all vacancies are filled.

To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application, attach your resume and a list of three professional references with contact information.

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

Email: nkuzmina@uakron.edu

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.

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

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