Housekeeper

Job Title

Responsible for keeping campus buildings clean and sanitary in support of the Building Services unit in the Department of Building and Landscape Maintenance.

Physical Demands : The employee must have the ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including the ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; stand and walk continuously; wear and work with the use of personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, goggles, etc.), and to work in or around allergens such as dust and chalk. Work hours are 4 : 00 a.m. to 12 : 30 p.m., Mon Fri. May be reassigned to work in different work zones throughout campus based on operational needs. Must be willing and able to change work zones.

Minimum Qualifications : Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations; to operate assigned tools and housekeeping equipment; to work with chemicals and cleaning solutions; to understand and follow directions; to lift and transport supplies and refuse; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Additional Job Details : General knowledge of cleaning tools, cleaning compounds, and other materials; ability to use and maintain highly professional equipment; ability to work with chemicals and cleaning solutions and to operate / use assigned tools and housekeeping equipment. Commercial and / or industrial housekeeping experience preferred. Ability to communicate in English to follow oral and written instructions and to interact with customers as needed is strongly preferred. 3 years of housekeeping experience preferred.

Visa Requirement : This position does not provide sponsorship for a Visa.

Salary Range : $38,000.00 - $45,600.00

Department : VPA-FM-B&LM-Building Services

Worker Sub-Type : Staff Regular

Benefits Summary : For more information on Regular Nonexempt benefits, select this link.

Background Checks : Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check.

Employment Eligibility : The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement : The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.