Housekeeper

University of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland is seeking a dependable housekeeping staff member to clean, disinfect, and maintain restrooms, classrooms, offices, kitchens, and other campus spaces.

Candidates should have basic knowledge of cleaning tools and chemicals, be able to read instructions, lift up to 25 pounds, and work 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with potential reassignment to different zones as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations.
• Operate cleaning equipment and handle cleaning solutions.
• 30 college credits may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, disinfects, and vacuums restrooms, classrooms, offices, and kitchens.
• Lift and transport supplies and refuse; follow safety PPE requirements.

Skills

Cleaning tools

Cleaning compounds

Equipment maintenance

Chemicals handling

Tools operation

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

Cleans, disinfects, removes waste and/or vacuums restrooms, showers, kitchens, classrooms, offices, and a wide variety of other administrative and public areas.

Preferences

General knowledge of cleaning tools, cleaning compounds, and other materials; ability to use and maintain highly professional equipment; ability to work with chemicals and cleaning solutions and to operate/use assigned tools and housekeeping equipment.

Commercial and/or industrial Housekeeping experience preferred.

Ability to communicate in English to follow oral and written instructions and to interact with customers as needed is strongly preferred.

3 years of Housekeeping experience preferred.

Physical Demands

The employee must have the ability to perform the physical requirements of the position including the ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; stand and walk continuously; wear and work with the use of personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, etc.) and to work in around allergens such as dust and chalk. Work hours are 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Mon - Fri. May be reassigned to work in different work zones throughout campus based on operational needs. Must be willing and able to change work zones.

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: N/A

Best Consideration Date: N/A

Posting Close Date: 8/26/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Visa Requirement: This position does not provide Visa sponsorship

Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website .

Department

VPA-FM-BandLM-Building Services

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$38,000.00 - $45,600.00

Benefits Summary

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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