Housekeeper, Islander Housing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (employee)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Texas A&M University in Corpus Christi seeks a Housekeeper for Islander Housing Agency to maintain cleanliness of residence buildings, rooms, hallways, common areas, and bathrooms. You will perform routine custodial tasks and support work processes as instructed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, clear communication, professional appearance, and knowledge of safety and cleaning methods.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Knowledge of safety equipment usage, proper cleaning methods, and safety measures.
• Ability to work outdoors in temperature extremes, high noise levels, and lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Drug-free workplace commitment.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum carpet areas, mop tile, empty trash, clean bathrooms, restock supplies, and maintain a professional image with students and staff.
• Follow procedures to ensure a safe working environment and report maintenance concerns via work orders.
• Perform additional related duties as requested and assigned.

Skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Professional appearance and conduct

Knowledge of safety equipment usage

Understanding cleaning methods

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Drug-free workplace

Security awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Housekeeper, Islander Housing Agency

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas

Type: Staff

Salary: $7.25 per hour (up to $15 per hour, approximately $31,200 annually)

Purpose

Maintain cleanliness of assigned building and rooms, including resident rooms, hallways, common areas, and bathrooms. Perform routine custodial tasks and support work processes as instructed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Custodial – 60% – Vacuum carpet areas, mop and clean tile areas, empty trash, clean bathrooms, restock supplies, identify areas requiring cleaning, complete tasks proactively, and maintain a professional image with students and staff.
• Support – 30% – Follow established procedures to ensure a safe working environment, report maintenance concerns via work order requests.
• Other – 10% – Perform additional related duties as requested and assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Knowledge of safety equipment usage, proper cleaning methods, and safety measures.
• Ability to work outdoors in temperature extremes, high noise levels, and lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Drug‑free workplace commitment.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, including communications systems, computer networks, electrical grid, hazardous or water treatment systems, or cybersecurity systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous professional cleaning experience.
• Housekeeping experience in residence life or college housing.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (Employee Only coverage, $0–$30/month after university contribution).
• Dental, vision and life insurance.
• Accidental D&D, long term disability, flexible spending account, day care spending account.
• On‑campus wellness opportunities and work‑life solutions.
• Financial resources and legal resources.
• Tuition benefits – scholarship for public loan forgiveness and up to 100% coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year.
• Retirement options (TRS or ORP, voluntary tax‑deferred plan, deferred compensation plan).
• Paid vacation (8+ hours monthly), sick leave (8 hours monthly), birthday leave (8 hours), and 12–15 paid holidays per year.

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and other required information.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer – Texas A&M University System provides equal opportunity and access to all employees.