Housekeeper (Per Diem) - Weekend 2nd Shift

University of New England; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Per Diem Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness and order across its Portland campus. This role involves performing essential cleaning tasks in various settings such as classrooms and administrative offices, ensuring a welcoming environment for students and staff. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic and the physical capability to handle heavy custodial duties. Join a team committed to excellence and contribute to a vibrant campus community while enjoying flexible part-time hours. This opportunity is perfect for those who take pride in their work and want to make a difference in their surroundings.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of housekeeping and maintenance work is essential.
• Physical ability to perform heavy custodial tasks and operate cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain campus buildings, including classrooms and residence halls.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist in snow removal as needed.

Skills

Routine Housekeeping

Maintenance Work

Ability to Follow Instructions

Physical Ability for Heavy Work

Teamwork

Tools

Low-Speed Buffers

Burnishing Machines

Extractors

Auto Scrubbing Machines

Wet Vacuums

Job description

Employment Status: Part Time

Campus: Portland, ME

Description:
The Per Diem Housekeeper cleans and performs routine maintenance on campus buildings, including residence halls, classrooms, and administrative offices on our Portland campus.

Compensation:
$17.50 per hour, plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential, for a total of $18.50 per hour.

Work Hours:
Fridays: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Sundays: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Responsibilities

The list below is inclusive of all the duties that fall under the housekeeping position but duties can vary from building to building and not all are completed every day.

• Clean floors, including vacuuming, sweeping, dust mopping, washing, stripping, waxing, and buffing.
• Shampoo carpets.
• Wash windows, walls, chalkboards, and trash cans.
• Dust furniture, fixtures, and woodwork.
• Collect and empty trash receptacles, and pick up litter in and around the buildings.
• Remove biological waste.
• Clean, sanitize, and stock the bathrooms; change and clean shower curtains.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Operate basic equipment, including low-speed buffers, burnishing machines, extractors, auto scrubbing machines, and wet vacuums.
• Move furniture.
• Perform routine maintenance of electrical, heating, vents, and fixtures.
• Assist in snow removal.
• Assist in training and overseeing the work of helpers assigned by the supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• General knowledge and skills related to routine housekeeping and maintenance work, with commercial/institutional cleaning experience desirable.
• Ability to perform tasks in specific sequences.
• Physical ability to do heavy custodial work and operate cleaning equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow written instructions, chemical labels and warnings.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and to deal courteously with students, faculty and staff.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Posting Number: 2022PS0640P

Open Date: 03/28/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

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