Housekeeper

Sy Syms School of Business; Town of Lexington (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to ensure cleanliness and safety across various facilities. This role involves daily cleaning routines, managing supplies, and maintaining a welcoming environment for staff and visitors. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, physical stamina, and a commitment to excellence in maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Join a vibrant community that values collaboration and professional growth, and contribute to a culture that prioritizes well-being and mutual respect.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of housekeeping experience is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain restrooms, offices, and public areas.
• Remove trash and recycle as needed.
• Set up tables and chairs for functions.

Skills

Housekeeping

Cleaning Methods

Heavy Machinery Operation

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bob Cat

Forklift

Snow Blowers

Plows

Job description

Apply/Register Job no: 498119
Work type: Staff 1199 Union, Staff Full-time
Department: Facilites & Maintenance
Location: Beren Campus, 245 Lexington Avenue, NY, NY
Categories: Facilities/Maintenance

Position Summary:

A Housekeeper is primarily responsible for daily cleaning routines of private and public areas such as offices, laboratories, cafeterias, conference rooms, restrooms, dormitories, corridors, stairs, water fountains, elevators, doors, and walls, while ensuring a safe and risk-preventive environment.

Work Schedule:

Sunday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday to Thursday 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Position Responsibilities:

• Restrooms must be cleaned, monitored, and replenished daily, which includes disinfecting all basins, urinals, toilet bowls, and sweeping and mopping floors
• Replenish all dispensers as needed while reporting any damaged or malfunctioning units to a manager or supervisor
• Remove trash and recycle as needed
• Periodic cleaning such as vacuuming, mopping, waxing/buffing floors, dusting office furniture, vents, corridors, and staircases
• Snow removal (by use of shovels and power equipment)
• Setting up tables and chairs for functions
• Moving furniture as required
• Operate a motor vehicle to transport garbage as needed
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Experience & Educational Background:

• High School Diploma
• 1 year of housekeeping experience is required
• Must be able to work the majority of the day walking, twisting, bending, pushing, and kneeling while working
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Knowledge of various cleaning methods, materials, chemicals, and equipment
• Must have knowledge of floor and carpet care and equipment such as: refinishing, scrubbing, high-speed burnishing, polishing, shampooing, and extraction
• The ability to operate heavy machinery and/or equipment such as: Bob Cat, Forklift, Snow Blowers, Plows, and drive the University’s vehicles
• Respirator Fit Testing may be required

Salary Range:

SalaryRange :Grade 1

1199New Hire rate: $ 23.08and1199 One Year of Service rate$23.55

About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Advertised: Apr 30, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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A Housekeeper is primarily responsible for daily cleaning routines of private and public areas such as offices, laboratories, cafeterias, conference rooms, restrooms, dormitories, corridors, stairs, water fountains, elevators, doors, and walls, while ensuring a safe and risk-preventive environment.Work Schedule:Sunday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday to Thursday 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

A Housekeeper is primarily responsible for daily cleaning routines of private and public areas such as offices, laboratories, cafeterias, conference rooms, restrooms, dormitories, corridors, stairs, water fountains, elevators, doors, and walls, while ensuring a safe and risk-preventive environment.Work Schedule:Sunday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday to Thursday 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

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Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.