Residence Hall Maintenance & Cleaning Technician

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a full-time Residence Hall Utility Worker (Grade 10) to support housekeeping and maintenance in student residences. The role includes cleaning, trash removal, furniture movement, and basic upkeep across campus buildings, with a 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

work schedule and opportunities to substitute for others as needed. Employees enjoy benefits and a significant tuition discount for staff, spouses, and dependents, along with retirement plans and paid time off as

Qualifications

• Requires basic arithmetic and ability to follow instructions.
• On-the-job training of 1–2 months.

Responsibilities

• Empty and clean waste containers.
• Remove and dispose of trash and debris from building.
• Move bags and carts of linens to linen lockers or receiving areas.
• Receive, move, sort, store and deliver equipment, furnishings, linen and supplies; open cartons and move items as required.
• Clean floors, stairs, carpets, and furniture; mop or vacuum as instructed.
• Shovel snow and spread materials outside; secure buildings by locking doors.
• Light maintenance tasks and report issues to supervisor.
• Operate as needed for residence hall coverage per schedule.

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a full-time Residence Hall Utility Worker (Grade 10) to support housekeeping and maintenance in student residences. The role includes cleaning, trash removal, furniture movement, and basic upkeep across campus buildings, with a 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

work schedule and opportunities to substitute for others as needed. Employees enjoy benefits and a significant tuition discount for staff, spouses, and dependents, along with retirement plans and paid time off as