Housekeeper

DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping
BUDGETED HOURS PER WEEK: 40
REPORTS TO: Housekeeping

Position Summary:
The University of Mobile is seeking a reliable Housekeeper to perform cleaning and general maintenance tasks across campus buildings. This role is crucial in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming indoor environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Clean and maintain campus facilities to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of students, employees, and visitors, while ensuring minimal disruption.
  2. Sweep, mop, and periodically clean or polish floors using floor buffing machines.
  3. Strip, scrub, and refinish floors when assigned.
  4. Vacuum, spot clean, or shampoo carpets as necessary.
  5. Polish metal surfaces and clean glass or enamel fixtures.
  6. Clean vertical and horizontal surfaces to remove dust and debris.
  7. Collect and transport refuse, clean and reline refuse containers with plastic bags.
  8. Clean high surfaces such as windows and door frames.
  9. Wash sinks, faucets, and other plumbing fixtures; replenish disposables such as paper towels, soap, sanitizer, and toilet paper.
  10. Dust, clean, and polish furniture as needed.
  11. Assist with cleaning and preparing student rooms during summer turnover.
  12. Use appropriate cleaning products such as detergents, disinfectants, polishes, and finishes.
  13. Operate cleaning equipment such as floor machines, automatic scrubbers, and waste collection tools.
  14. Move furniture and equipment for special events, office changes, and specific requests.
  15. Remove snow and ice from entrances and walkways around buildings.
  16. Provide assistance to the Maintenance and Grounds departments as needed.
  17. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Ability to follow both oral and written instructions.
  • Knowledge of custodial cleaning techniques and services.
  • Familiarity with the safe use of custodial equipment and cleaning products.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift objects up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to climb stairs and remain on feet for extended periods.
  • Capability to perform tasks such as bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
  • Occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions and temperatures.

Experience:

  • Previous experience in commercial cleaning or housekeeping is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

  • Valid driver's license.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to be an essential part of the campus community by maintaining a clean and inviting atmosphere. If you have a strong work ethic and attention to detail, we encourage you to apply!

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