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Housekeeper
Virginia Jobs, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
Department:
UL
Classification:
Housekeeping & Apparel Wkr 1
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Pay Band: 01
Salary: Salary range starting in the mid $30k's; commensurate with education and experience
Restricted:
Yes
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
Housing & Residence Life (HRL) is a self-supporting auxiliary organization within the University Life unit of George Mason University. HRL serves a highly diverse population of approximately 6,200 students, the majority of which are undergraduates living in traditional, suite and apartment-style residence halls in three campuses within the vibrant Northern Virginia area. HRL employs over 170 full-time and graduate staff and over 350 undergraduate student staff. HRL is committed to provide a safe, well maintained student-centered environment that is innovative and inclusive of a global community. It is dedicated to creating a home that enriches the experiences of our students, staff and faculty.
About the Position:
The Housekeeper, with supervision, performs general custodial services as directed within the campus housing system comprised of over 6,500 beds within over forty (40) residential facilities.
Responsibilities:Custodial Services
Cleans, vacuums, and mops common areas, hallways, and stairwells in residential facilities;Cleans laundry rooms, including but not limited to, mopping floors and wiping down machines in residential facilities;Cleans balconies and sidewalks in and around residence halls;Cleans bathrooms, removes trash (daily), moves and spot cleans furniture, and shampoos carpets;Cleans student rooms (furniture, windows, ledges, doors, closets) during building transitions or student check-out;Performs daily pick-up of exterior community grounds;Cleans selected offices and classrooms to include desks, dusting, window ledges, window glass, furniture, doors, vacuuming, white boards and emptying trash;Makes minor repairs to student room furniture;Installs window treatments, as directed, and replaces lights bulbs;Performs pick-up and disposal of trash from residential buildings to designated trash collection location; andLoads and unloads furniture and other materials; transports to designated locations utilizing various equipment as needed.Departmental Duties & Related Tasks
During performance of duties, notes and reports items to supervisor requiring repair of any suspicious or unlawful items around the facility;Reports all matters of safety to the appropriate supervisor;Communicates to Lead Housekeeper the need for additional cleaning supplies to maintain the appropriate level in respective housekeeping closets;Establishes and maintains a positive and operative working relationship with members of the department and the campus community; effectivelyPerforms effectively in a service environment;Follows all State, University and departmental policies, procedures and practices;Is considered an essential employee for the Office of Housing and Residence Life in regard to severe weather;Is required to work on a rotating basis to ensure evening and weekend coverage;Is subject to recall after hours in the event of campus emergencies, disasters or other special needs as directed by management;Performs snow and ice removal as directed;Maintains acceptable attendance record, punctuality and meeting of deadlines;Promptly reports accidents on the job, prepares and submits accident reports;When instructed, attends and participates effectively in training sessions and meetings; andPerforms other related duties as assigned.This position involves training and potential contact with hazardous cleaning chemicals and bloodborne pathogens.
Required Qualifications:
Related work experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired;General knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures related to hazardous cleaning chemicals;Ability to read and follow cleaning instructions and schedules;Ability to practice effective oral communication skills with students, faculty and staff;Ability to read, understand and abide by all safety policies and procedures;Ability to work independently, without close supervision;Ability to remain calm during stressful periods; andBecause of the nature of the position and frequent verbal contact, candidates should command the English language.Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent;Prior University residential, hotel or multi-residential community housekeeping experience;Experience in use of mechanical cleaning equipment; andBilingual abilities (English/Spanish).
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for
Housekeeper
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: September 17, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 1, 2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
UL
Classification:
Housekeeping & Apparel Wkr 1
Job Category: Classified Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)
Location:
Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: On Site Required
Pay Band: 01
Salary: Salary range starting in the mid $30k's; commensurate with education and experience
Restricted:
Yes
Criminal Background Check: Yes
About the Department:
Housing & Residence Life (HRL) is a self-supporting auxiliary organization within the University Life unit of George Mason University. HRL serves a highly diverse population of approximately 6,200 students, the majority of which are undergraduates living in traditional, suite and apartment-style residence halls in three campuses within the vibrant Northern Virginia area. HRL employs over 170 full-time and graduate staff and over 350 undergraduate student staff. HRL is committed to provide a safe, well maintained student-centered environment that is innovative and inclusive of a global community. It is dedicated to creating a home that enriches the experiences of our students, staff and faculty.
About the Position:
The Housekeeper, with supervision, performs general custodial services as directed within the campus housing system comprised of over 6,500 beds within over forty (40) residential facilities.
Responsibilities:Custodial Services
Cleans, vacuums, and mops common areas, hallways, and stairwells in residential facilities;Cleans laundry rooms, including but not limited to, mopping floors and wiping down machines in residential facilities;Cleans balconies and sidewalks in and around residence halls;Cleans bathrooms, removes trash (daily), moves and spot cleans furniture, and shampoos carpets;Cleans student rooms (furniture, windows, ledges, doors, closets) during building transitions or student check-out;Performs daily pick-up of exterior community grounds;Cleans selected offices and classrooms to include desks, dusting, window ledges, window glass, furniture, doors, vacuuming, white boards and emptying trash;Makes minor repairs to student room furniture;Installs window treatments, as directed, and replaces lights bulbs;Performs pick-up and disposal of trash from residential buildings to designated trash collection location; andLoads and unloads furniture and other materials; transports to designated locations utilizing various equipment as needed.Departmental Duties & Related Tasks
During performance of duties, notes and reports items to supervisor requiring repair of any suspicious or unlawful items around the facility;Reports all matters of safety to the appropriate supervisor;Communicates to Lead Housekeeper the need for additional cleaning supplies to maintain the appropriate level in respective housekeeping closets;Establishes and maintains a positive and operative working relationship with members of the department and the campus community; effectivelyPerforms effectively in a service environment;Follows all State, University and departmental policies, procedures and practices;Is considered an essential employee for the Office of Housing and Residence Life in regard to severe weather;Is required to work on a rotating basis to ensure evening and weekend coverage;Is subject to recall after hours in the event of campus emergencies, disasters or other special needs as directed by management;Performs snow and ice removal as directed;Maintains acceptable attendance record, punctuality and meeting of deadlines;Promptly reports accidents on the job, prepares and submits accident reports;When instructed, attends and participates effectively in training sessions and meetings; andPerforms other related duties as assigned.This position involves training and potential contact with hazardous cleaning chemicals and bloodborne pathogens.
Required Qualifications:
Related work experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired;General knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures related to hazardous cleaning chemicals;Ability to read and follow cleaning instructions and schedules;Ability to practice effective oral communication skills with students, faculty and staff;Ability to read, understand and abide by all safety policies and procedures;Ability to work independently, without close supervision;Ability to remain calm during stressful periods; andBecause of the nature of the position and frequent verbal contact, candidates should command the English language.Preferred Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent;Prior University residential, hotel or multi-residential community housekeeping experience;Experience in use of mechanical cleaning equipment; andBilingual abilities (English/Spanish).
Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for
Housekeeper
at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a Resume for review.
Posting Open Date: September 17, 2024
For Full Consideration, Apply by: October 1, 2024
Open Until Filled: Yes