Housekeeper

Yeshiva University; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Yeshiva University on Wilf Campus in New York is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to support daily cleaning of offices, laboratories, cafeterias, restrooms, dormitories, and public areas.

The role requires stamina, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and familiarity with cleaning methods and equipment. Salary is set for Grade 1.a with 1199 union rates; on-site work and broad responsibilities support a safe campus environment.

Join a diverse community committed to excellence and service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with at least one year of housekeeping experience.
• Ability to walk, twist, bend, push, and kneel for long periods; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clean, monitor, and replenish restrooms daily with disinfected basins, urinals, toilets, and floors.
• Replenish dispensers and report damaged units to a supervisor.
• Remove trash and recycling as needed.
• Periodically vacuum, mop, dust, and buff floors and surfaces.
• Shovel snow removal as needed.
• Set up tables and chairs for functions.
• Move furniture as required.
• Operate vehicles to transport garbage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Floor and carpet care

Heavy machinery operation

Respirator fit testing

Physical stamina

Cleaning methods & materials

Education

High School Diploma

1 year housekeeping experience

Tools

BobCat

Forklift

Snow Blowers

Plows

Job description

Job no: 498975
Work type: Staff 1199 Union
Department: Facilites & Maintenance
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, 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.

Position Responsibilities:

• Restrooms must be cleaned, monitored, and replenished daily, which includes disinfecting all basins, urinals, and 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 recycling as needed
• Periodic cleaning such as vacuuming, mopping, and 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 motor vehicle to transport garbage as needed
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Experience & Educational Background:

• High School Diploma and 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 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, hi-speed burnishing, polishing, shampooing, and extraction
• The ability to operate heavy machinery and/or equipment such as: BobCat, Forklift, Snow Blowers, Plows, and drive University’s vehicles
• Respirator Fit Testing may be required

Salary Range:

Grade 1.a

1199 New Hire rate: $25.81 and 1199 One Year of Service rate: $26.32

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: Aug 5, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:

Categories

• Facilities/Maintenance 1

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.