Housekeeper Jobs

The incumbent Housekeeper will gradually assume the position of caretaker of the building and facilities, with the feeling of responsibility of their well-being similar to that which he/she has for his/her own personal possessions. The person who will assume the position of Housekeeper is accepting a very important role in the functioning of our institution. The Housekeeper will not only be working with maintenance, cleaning, and care, but he/she will be working with students and support staff. Concern shown by friendliness and helpfulness will fit into the framework of the goals our department. There is a need for the Housekeeper to understand that we provide a service to the entire campus community, providing students and staff with a clean, sanitary and safe environment to learn and work. They usually are open to suggestions and will cooperate with attempts to be helpful. The Housekeeper is under the supervision of the custodial managers and supervisors.

To clean (sweep, strip, dust, scrub, mop, wash or vacuum), polish or wax floors, carpets, walls, windows, woodwork, furniture and equipment in all university or college buildings, including offices, dining rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, rest rooms, showers, residence halls, athletic facilities, guest rooms, public spaces, conference rooms, laboratories and classrooms, corridors, entrances, exterior walkways, and building fixtures.

To clean plumbing fixtures.

To collect and dispose of trash, recyclables and other wastes.

On occasion, to move, or assist in moving, office furniture and equipment.

As directed, to spray and fumigate for insects, such as bees, ants, etc.

To provide washrooms with soap, paper products and other necessary supplies.

To observe and report unusual situations on property and grounds.

To clean sidewalks and perform manual labor in connection with lawn and garden maintenance; to remove snow.

To operate buffers, wet/dry vacuums and floor scrubbing machines, carpet extractors and pressure washers (with proper orientation).

To wash and hang drapes, venetian and vertical blinds; to wash, dry and fold towels.

To collect, separate and dispose of recyclable materials.

To participate in setting up equipment in all university or college facilities; to set up conference rooms in the configuration requested by groups.

To report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs.

To change incandescent and florescent lights.

To wash interior and exterior windows.

Under direction, may be assigned to access computerized inventory systems; to stock supply closets based on need.

To clean and wash all industrial rubber matting.

To receive and stock supplies in appropriate areas.

To clean and maintain tools and equipment after use.

To do related work as required.

Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and

Such as may have been gained through: functioning in a capacity requiring the performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks.

Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

A working knowledge of the equipment, materials and methods used in cleaning and custodial work; the ability to understand and carry out simple directions; and related capacities and abilities.