Part-Time Housekeeper

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Part-Time Housekeeper for its Recreational Sports facilities. This role requires performing essential cleaning tasks to maintain a safe and orderly environment, particularly during nights and weekends. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to work independently and adapt to various cleaning tasks while upholding cleanliness standards across diverse facilities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working in diverse environments.
• Ability to perform a variety of housekeeping tasks.
• Ability to adapt from task to task.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
• Ensure all rooms are cared for according to established standards.
• Notify supervisors of any damages or unsafe conditions.

Skills

Housekeeping tasks

Adaptability

Tools

Housekeeping equipment

Job description

VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
RECREATION & WELL-BEING

PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPER

The Housekeeper is responsible for performing a wide variety of housekeeping services at all Recreational Sports facilities. Housekeepers attend to our facilities with integrity and attention to detail and create a clean and orderly environment for our patrons. This position works primarily nights and weekends. This position will report to the Housekeeping Coordinator. FM 17011N.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Environmental Services:

• Perform a wide variety of cleaning duties such as sweeping, moppoing, dusting, and trash removal.
• Porter, clean, and deep clean activity spaces, classrooms, offices, and outdoor spaces at all Recreational Sports facilities.
• Perform floor work on a variety of surfaces, including carpet, epoxy, rubber, wood, and synthetic turf.
• Ensure all rooms are cared for according to established standards.
• Perform intensive cleaning and special housekeeping projects as needed.
• Notify supervisors of any damages, defects, and unsafe conditions.
• Report low inventories to the Housekeeping Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Perform housekeeping duties during special events.

Risk Management:

• Perform housekeeping tasks to ensure sanitation and cleanliness using standard cleaning methods and appropriate housekeeping equipment.
• Ensure member safety when performing work and uses appropriate signage to notify members of work being performed.
• Obtain appropriate training to ensure proper handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
• Ability to perform a variety of housekeeping tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
• Ability to adapt and move quickly from task to task.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift and handle heavy equipment.

Preferred:
Ability to use standard housekeeping equipment, including auto scrubbers, floor buffers, and chemical dispensers.
Experience maintaining various flooring surfaces, including wood, tile, polished concrete, and epoxy.
Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.

Other requirements:
Position involves working evenings and weekends.
Position is located in a non-smoking work area.

POSITION: This position is a non-student hourly position.

Pay: $14 hourly

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.