Housekeeper

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks a Bldg Environ Services Tech to clean and maintain the Student Center and related facilities. The role requires routine cleaning, floor care, restroom sanitation, and supply handling to support campus operations.

Work is on-site with night hours (M–F 10pm to 6:30am) and may involve moving furniture and operating heavy cleaning equipment. Candidates should have HS diploma or GED and 3+ years in custodial work or related fields.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred with 3+ years of janitorial/custodial experience or related manual labor.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Supervisory experience considered a plus and ability to direct other staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of dormitories, offices, and facilities.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and floor care machines.
• Maintain cleanliness and replenishment in restrooms, lobbies, and common areas.
• Follow safety procedures when handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Skills

Janitorial experience

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Team cooperation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Classification Information

• Position/Classification Title: Bldg Environ Services Tech
• Classification Type: SHRA
• Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies: N - Not Mandatory
• Minimum Experience/Education: 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. Special certification may be required for some of these positions.
• Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: Preferred are a High School Diploma or GED and 3+ years of experience within the field of janitorial/custodial work or other related manual labor fields. Supervisory experience would be considered a plus. Ability to assist with providing direction to other staff members. Ability to write legibly and deal effectively with public sector. Applicant should be physically able to perform all cleaning operations that require continuous walking, reaching, and bending. Ability to practice safe handling of cleaning chemicals, cleaning equipment, storage and use of materials. Also, experience with floor care maintenance such as carpet shampooing machine, floor scrubber, buffers, waxing, stripping, etc.
• Required License or Certification: N/A

Position Overview

• Primary Purpose of Position: The position works in the Student Center to maintain upkeep of the facility. This position provides routine cleaning and maintenance of facility. Work in this class involves providing institutional services support for State agencies and universities in the areas of building environmental services and laundry services. Employees perform a variety of duties in the care and cleaning of dormitories, offices, highway rest areas or welcome centers, and other state buildings. Work is guided by a daily schedule for general assignments. Work is performed subject to close review and inspection, with problems and special assignments not covered by instructions referred to a supervisor. Duties may include physically strenuous activities such as moving furniture, operating heavy cleaning equipment, and delivering large quantities of housekeeping supplies. Work is routine and repetitive in nature and may require strenuous physical exertion. Duties may include performing housekeeping and floor maintenance tasks, grounds keeping, operating laundry services machines and performing laundry‑handling duties.
• Primary Function of Organizational Unit: The Student Center serves as the principal site for student programming and offers office accommodations for student leadership, the University Event Center, Aggie One‑Card, Aggie Sit‑in and a convenience store. In addition, it offers an array of services, conveniences and amenities for students, faculty, staff, alumni and guests.
• Work Hours: M‑F 10pm to 6:30am, subject to change as business needs dictate
• Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.: On‑site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on‑site)

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Knowledge – Technical

• Performs routine or repetitious tasks with care and attention with attention to detail
• Present full and accurate information in reports
• Inspect and cleans within the building daily
• Cleans and replaces light fixtures
• Scrubs floors with a floor machine
• Spot check and/or throughout facility shampoos carpet
• Strips, waxes and buffs floors
• Performs basic cleaning such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, dusting, disinfecting, vacuuming, etc., to keep working areas in a clean and orderly condition throughout the facility
• Fills dispensers, such as tissue and soap, with the proper product and amount
• Empties all trash receptacles throughout the facility and surrounding areas of the building into waste collection bags
• Dusts and damp wipes all surface areas, tables, chairs, sofas, etc. should be with cleaning solutions
• Cleans, a minimum of once a day with glass cleaners, all glass in the
• Student Center within reaching distance
• Dusts and damp mops all window seals daily
• Scrubs, sanitizes and deodorizes all restrooms
• Disinfects toilet bowls and sinks and damp wipe all surface areas and re-supply when needed
• Inspects bathrooms a minimum of three times during the shift
• Clean and re-supply when needed
• Sweeps and mops restrooms and wipe down walls and stalls
• Scrubs and cleans trash cans

Safety and Health Compliance

• Warns co-workers of potential hazards (building security)
• Recognizes and follows dispenser directions to properly mix cleaning chemicals
• Polices public areas for cleanliness
• Janitor closet must stay clean and organized at all times

Customer Service

• Identifies best method for addressing a cleaning/maintenance issue
• Commits to a course of action or recommendation within a given time frame
• Promptly and attentively responds to customer requests within established parameters and time frames
• Performs work in the least disruptive manner possible to customers
• Demonstrates courteous actions and follows the organization's established protocol for customer service

Interpersonal Skills

• Works with other housekeepers in performing floor maintenance and routine cleaning throughout the day
• Prepared to perform other job related duties assigned by the supervisor

Communication

• Listens/follows instructions, asks necessary questions to complete tasks
• Present full and accurate information in reports

Position Information

• Working Title: Housekeeper
• Competency Level: Contributing
• Position Number: 007395
• Recruitment Range: $27,678 - $33,540.00
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Appointment Type: Permanent - Full-time
• Organizational Division: Student Center
• Organizational Location: VC for Student Affairs
• Organizational Unit: Student Center

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number: SHRA3173
• Open Date: 09/28/2026
• Close Date: 10/31/2026

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmitive Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Quick Link: https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/40206