Housekeeper

Usmd; College Park, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland is seeking a Night Housekeeper for the on-site duties across multiple campus facilities. You will perform custodial tasks including trash removal, floor care, restroom cleaning and high dusting, working nights from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am.

The role requires physical endurance and strict adherence to safety procedures. Role involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with training on overhead work and powered equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic calculations.
• Operate tools and housekeeping equipment; work with chemicals and cleaning solutions.
• Understand and follow directions; lift and transport supplies; wear PPE.
• Substitution allowed for education/experience with college credits under policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform nightly housekeeping duties in assigned facilities.
• Trash removal, floor care, restroom/locker cleaning, public areas and high dusting.
• Evening shift from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am and on-site presence.
• Follow safety protocols and use cleaning chemicals per guidelines.

Skills

Reading and writing

Arithmetic calculations

Operate cleaning equipment

Chemical handling

Follow directions

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

30 college credits

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

# **Job Description Summary**Organization's Summary Statement: The Department of Residential Facilities is responsible for the maintenance and housekeeping services for the College Park Campus' 70+ residence halls, Greek chapter houses, and recreational facilities encompassing over 2.7 million square feet. The department employs over 300 exempt, non-exempt, and student staff. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Night Housekeeper position is responsible for completion of daily housekeeping/custodial duties in the Eppley Recreation Center, Ritchie Coliseum, Golf Course Clubhouse, Yahentamitsi and 251 North Dining Halls, and Reckord Armory. Within an assigned area or building(s), the position will perform the full range of housekeeping tasks to include but not limited to trash removal, floor care, restroom/locker room cleaning, public area cleaning, and high dusting. The evening program is a seven-day-a-week program with operational hours 10:00 pm to 6:30 am. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent would also have to stand, walk, bend, twist, and stoop as part of regular duties. As part of staff training and skills development, the incumbent may need to demonstrate how to effectively perform overhead work and use powered equipment. Incumbent may be required to work in non-air-conditioned spaces, work with cleaning chemicals, lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. Work will involve repetitive motion. The incumbent will be required to inspect work, which may involve bending, stooping, walking, and climbing. License/Certification: N/A# **Minimum Qualifications**EDUCATION:EXPERIENCE:OTHER:REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations; to operate assigned tools and housekeeping equipment; to work with chemicals and cleaning solutions; to understand and follow directions; to lift and transport supplies and refuse; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.OTHER:Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.# **Additional Job Details****Preferences: N/A****Required Application Materials: Completed Application****Best Consideration Date: N/A****Posting Close Date: October 05, 2026****Open Until Filled: No** **CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:*** This position requires an onsite presence.* This position’s work shift is from 10:00 pm to 6:30 am.* This position is an essential employee related to catastrophic, weather, or other emergencies. During emergencies outside of regular work hours and periods of inclement weather when the University is closed, reports to work to coordinate the housekeeping response or delivery of essential housekeeping services. # **Job Risks**Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure# **Financial Disclosure Required**NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.# **Department**VPSA-Res Facilities-Night Programs# **Worker Sub-Type**Staff Regular# **Salary Range**$38,000.00 - $45,600.00