Housekeeper

Three positions are available: two initially located at the Warwick Campus with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, and one initially located at the Warwick Campus with a schedule of Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Days, hours, and campus assignments may vary based on departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Clean (sweep, strip, dust, scrub, mop, wash, or vacuum), polish, or wax floors, carpets, walls, windows, woodwork, furniture, and equipment in university or college buildings, including offices, dining rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, restrooms, showers, residence halls, athletic facilities, guest rooms, public spaces, conference rooms, laboratories, classrooms, corridors, entrances, exterior walkways, and building fixtures.
• Clean plumbing fixtures.
• Collect and dispose of trash, recyclables, and other waste.
• Move or assist in moving office furniture and equipment.
• Spray and fumigate for insects (e.g., bees, ants) as directed.
• Stock washrooms with soap, paper products, and other necessary supplies.
• Observe and report unusual situations on property and grounds.
• Clean sidewalks and perform manual labor related to lawn and garden maintenance; remove snow.
• Operate buffers, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbing machines, carpet extractors, and pressure washers (with proper orientation).
• Wash and hang drapes, venetian and vertical blinds; wash, dry, and fold towels.
• Collect, separate, and dispose of recyclable materials.
• Set up equipment and configure conference rooms as requested by groups.
• Report safety issues and maintenance repair needs.
• Change incandescent and fluorescent lights.
• Wash interior and exterior windows.
• Access computerized inventory systems and stock supply closets as needed.
• Clean and wash industrial rubber matting.
• Receive and stock supplies in appropriate areas.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment after use.

Requirements

• A working knowledge of the equipment, materials, and methods used in cleaning and custodial work.
• The ability to understand and carry out simple directions.

Qualifications

Education and experience equivalent to:

• Completion of eight school grades.
• Experience performing basic cleaning and custodial tasks.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Sponsorship for employment visas is not available.