Housekeeper

About the job

Classification Title

Building Environmental Services Technician (Housing Operations)

Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain all residence halls at a high level of cleanliness and sanitation. Housekeeping staff are responsible for the proper maintenance and appearance of residence hall public areas such as lobbies, lounges, hallways, stairwells and elevators. Housekeepers also clean and sanitize bathrooms, distribute supplies, sweep, mop and wax floors.

Minimum Qualifications

Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Essential Job Functions

Duties include performing cleaning such as

• sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting

• using environmentally preferred cleaning agents for cleaning and disinfecting

• vacuuming as well as operating floor maintenance equipment

• stripping and waxing floors as needed

• keeping work areas in a clean and orderly condition

• communicating with fellow workers, guests, and students in a manner that allows work to be completed and ensures harmony and teamwork in the workplace

• demonstrating knowledge of safety hazards

• working as part of a team during summer cleaning in a variety of duties as listed above, and other duties as assigned by supervisor

• trash removal

• restroom sanitation

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

Ability to perform a variety of duties to include all aspects of cleaning such as

• dusting, sweeping, mopping,

• window cleaning,

• carpet cleaning,

• operation of floor maintenance equipment,

• stripping & waxing floors,

• trash removal,

• restroom sanitation,

• supply ordering, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities to perform a variety of duties, including all aspects of

• cleaning, sweeping, mopping,

• trash removal,

• restroom sanitation, etc.

• Basic computer skills to perform tasks such as email and supply ordering.

• Experience in operating floor maintenance equipment such as an auto scrubber, high-speed buffer, and carpet extractor.

• Knowledge and experience in using a variety of cleaning products, including “Green Cleaning” products.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license.

Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Knowledge/Technical: Cleans the interior and exterior of buildings using the appropriate cleaning solutions and equipment. Interpersonal Skills: Develops and maintains effective working relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork. Customer Service: Respectfully listens and responds to customer, student, staff and faculty needs promptly. Communication: Listens to co-workers’ and/or guests’ questions or identifies questions that need answering.

Work Schedule/Hours

Monday – Friday, 7am to 4pm; May require occasional evening and weekend work.

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Competency Level Statement

Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies.