Temporary Housekeeper

UNC-Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC-Chapel Hill is seeking housekeeping staff to perform cleaning duties across campus during the academic year, summer breaks, and between semesters. Responsibilities include vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and trash removal in offices, lounges, restrooms, housing, classrooms and labs.

The role requires ability to perform medium to heavy physical work and to follow established procedures, with consideration for safety and campus policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete cleaning tasks as directed.
• Some positions may require special licenses or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting and trash removal.
• Daily, routine and detailed cleaning of offices, lounges, restrooms, student housing, classrooms, laboratories, entrances, exits and stairways.
• Cleaning of both interior and exterior areas of campus buildings.

Job description

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Housekeeping Services is comprised of a staff of more than 400 employees who provide cleaning service and floor care to more than 40,000 campus customers in the maintenance and operation of the University’s 18 million plus square feet over 300 teaching, research, medical, administrative, residential, athletic and library buildings. Housekeeping Services is committed to fostering a culture of civility and respect for its diverse workforce as part of its commitment to being a leading building and environment services organization within a leading public institution.

Position Summary

Position(s) will primarily be responsible for working in on-campus buildings during the academic year, summer break, and between semesters.

General duties include vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and trash removal. Employees provide daily, routine, and detailed cleaning of assigned campus building interior and exterior areas. This includes but is not limited to offices, lounges, restrooms, student housing, classrooms, laboratories, entrances, exits, and stairways.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. NOTE : Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

Management Preferences

• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work
• Ability to mix cleaning chemicals, supplies and operating equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s label
• Ability to responsibly handle the Custody of University keys/card access and other university equipment and supplies

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

- Must wear proper personal protective equipment ( PPE ) as required, such as gloves, goggles, and safety footwear

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Optional and Required Documents

• Required Documents
  • Curriculum Vitae / Resume
  • List of References
• Optional Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Certification/licenses

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * An essential function of this position is to be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Are you able to perform this function daily, with or without accommodation?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have Valid NC Drivers license?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you able to work occasional weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Will you be able to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of mandatory University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions require the University to close?
  • Yes
  • No