HOUSEKEEPER

University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rhode Island in Kingston is seeking a Housekeeper to perform cleaning and custodial duties across university facilities. This full-time position requires following established cleaning standards, safely handling supplies, and maintaining clean, sanitary spaces.

You will operate floor machines, assist with light maintenance, and support daily operations in offices, dining rooms, classrooms, and residence halls on campus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Ability to understand and carry out simple directions.
• Experience with basic cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors, carpets, walls, windows, woodwork, furniture and equipment across university buildings.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables.
• Move office furniture when needed and assist with room setups.
• Spray and fumigate for pests as directed.
• Stock and restock supplies in washrooms and closets.
• Report safety issues and maintenance needs.
• Clean and maintain windows and interior/exterior surfaces.
• Assist with lawn and garden-related tasks and snow removal.

Skills

Cleaning basics

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

HOUSEKEEPER

Posting Number: CS02330

FTE: 1.00

FLSA:

Pay Rate:

Salary Range: $43,074 -$46,072

Pay Grade Level: Grade 310

Union: C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)

Status: Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Department: Custodial Services

Campus Location: Kingston

Duties and Responsibilities:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To do cleaning, custodial and simple maintenance work at a university or college; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• 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.

Required Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

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

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

Or, an combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Posting Date:

10/28/2026

Closing Date:

11/06/2026