2nd Shift HSKP Worker

Reporting to the 2nd Shift HSKP Operations Supervisor, incumbent provides housekeeping services to assure a clean, sanitary and safe environment in assigned facilities. Responsible for meeting high standards of housekeeping in offices, meeting rooms, public areas, bathrooms and other areas within the facilities. Duties include floor maintenance, dusting, gathering and removal of trash, and snow and ice removal from entrance ways and sidewalks. Reports needed equipment and building repair and any unsafe or unusual housekeeping situations. Responsible for the care and handling of housekeeping supplies, equipment and assigned keys. Occasionally assists with the preparation of regularly scheduled events.

This position is designated Emergency Personnel, and requires employees to report to work as needed during campus emergencies, holidays, closings, and per supervisor’s instructions.

Ability to comprehend and follow instructions, and properly use or learn to use cleaning chemicals and agents, including dilution and dispensing systems.
Must be able to walk and stand extensively; climb stairs; safely move or handle up to 35 lbs.; bend, stoop, reach (including reaching above the head to dust), push/pull, perform repetitive motion, twist, and shovel snow.
Must be able to safely and efficiently operate electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment.
Must be willing and able to learn the use of heavy floor care equipment.
Must be capable of working independently without close supervision.

Experience working with the public and/or customer service experience.
Knowledge and experience with various cleaning methods.
Housekeeping/cleaning experience in an institutional, or commercial cleaning environment (such as hospitality (hotel/motel), commercial cleaning company, manufacturing, health care facilities, etc.)
Housekeeping/cleaning experience working in an educational environment (such as universities/college, school systems, etc.)
Previous experience operating professional cleaning equipment.

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Regular

$31,200, plus an additional shift differential of $2,080

Open Until Filled

Unable to sponsor work visas.

Must be able to walk and stand extensively; climb and work on stairs; safely move or handle up to 35 lbs.; bend, stoop, reach (including reaching above the head to dust), push/pull, perform repetitive motion, twist, and shovel snow.
Must be able to safely and efficiently operate electrically powered and manual cleaning equipment. Must have a criminal background check
Emergency Personnel weather related, Emergency Personnel facilities related. Emergency Personnel health & safety related.
Normal work hours are M-F 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m, but work hours may vary to meet management and customer needs.
May work around large numbers of people especially during class change and special events Must have a valid driver's license.
May be assigned to work in different buildings to meet department needs.
Must wear employer provided uniforms as instructed by supervisor.
As situation dictates, must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
This position meets the criteria for issuance of a mobile communication device (such as radio, cellphone, Ipad, Ipod, pager, etc.). Devices issued are the responsibility of the employee and are to be returned in satisfactory condition upon separation of employment. Devices are to be used according to supervisor instruction and according to relevant policies.
Must have driver’s license check with an acceptable and safe driving record.
Must have a valid driver's license.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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