Building Specialist - Student Affairs

Salary Range: USD $15.00/Hr. - USD $19.54/Hr.

Locations: Auburn University, AL

Categories: Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Property Management Scvs

Associated Division: SVP for Student Affairs

Req ID: 10472

Overview

If you take pride in keeping spaces clean and well-maintained, this role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact every day!

Student Affairs is excited to begin the search for a Building Specialist! Building Specialists assists in the organization and set-up of events at various locations at the University and performs cleaning services at those facilities.

This is a pooled posting. This posting will remain open for an extended period of time and candidates will be contacted as staffing needs arise.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily custodial activities within residential buildings, including trash and recycling disposal, cleaning of public restrooms and kitchens, and other public-facing locations.

• Maintain custodial storage locations including management of supplies, organization of equipment, and proper chemical storage techniques.

• Routine inspection of managed facilities to include reporting and documentation of deficiencies in building systems, cosmetic items, and safety concerns required to maintain all facilities at a level of quality established by leadership.

• Responsible for floor care of all residential facilities, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming of carpet. Utilizations of specialty equipment and machines to efficiently maintain surfaces as required: auto scrubbers, carpet sweepers, i-Mop, etc.

• Cleaning of all dormitory suites following spring move-out: trash removal, deep cleaning of all restroom surfaces and fixtures, dusting of all surfaces, required floor care, and other items as required to return all spaces to a presentable standard established by leadership.

• Aid with facilities setup and breakdown required for events, meetings, etc.

Qualifications

Level I-

• Ability to read and write

Level II -

• Ability to read and write plus 2 years of experience in custodial floor care techniques

Substitution for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience. (Example: Associate's degree = 2 years of experience)

Licenses & Certifications:

• Driver License, Valid and in State

Contract Type

Continuing

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Posted Date

9/23/2026