OPS Small Animal Hospital Housekeeper

OPS Small Animal Hospital Housekeeper

Job No : 537952

Work Type : Part Time

Location : Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories : Veterinary Medicine / Animal Care

Department : 28311000 - VM-HOSPITAL

Job Description

Classification Title :

OPS Small Animal Hospital Housekeeper

Classification Minimum Requirements

Must have the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Job Description :

The focus of hospital cleanliness is to provide an uncompromising level of cleanliness throughout the facilities while creating a safe and accident-free environment. This will ensure the ability to maintain a productive, organized service in preparation to attend to clients and patients as well as preventing infection and cross contamination. The overall aesthetics of the hospital is a direct reflection on the high-quality care we provide so it is important the areas are kept in pristine condition. Areas to maintain include designated department / service treatment rooms and exams rooms along with communal areas when needed.

Examples include, but are not limited to :

• Sweeping and mopping floors daily and as needed
• Taking out trash and recyclables as needed
• Ensuring cages and runs including drains, grates, and doors are cleaned daily and as needed
• Processing laundry as needed
• Disinfecting and cleaning equipment regularly
• Maintaining equipment within the hospital as applicable to this position and reporting broken or malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate manager
• Reporting broken or malfunctioning infrastructure to the appropriate manager and requesting work orders as directed
• Maintaining inventory and replenishing stock on a regular basis
• Checking supply expiration dates as needed
• Practicing appropriate infection control measures in cleaning areas under the position's purview when biohazardous areas are presented.

Expected Salary :

Starting salary is $15 per hour

Required qualifications

Must have the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Special Instructions to Applicants :

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11 : 55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment Required :

Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.

Applications Close : 27 November 2025

To apply, visit https : / / explore.jobs.ufl.edu / en-us / job / 537952

Our Commitment :

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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