housekeeper - Fairfax, VA , USA, United States - George Mason University

    Default job background
    Description

    Department:
    University Life - Housing & Residence Life

    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 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; and
    • Loads 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; effectively performs 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, preparing and submitting accident reports;
    • When instructed, attends and participates effectively in training sessions and meetings; and
    • Performs 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 lift objects 50 pounds or more;
    • Ability to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; reach with arms and hands; use hands to grasp, hold, or handle items;
    • Ability to remain calm during stress periods; and
    • Because 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; and
    • Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish).

    Instructions to Applicants:


    For full consideration, applicants must apply for Housekeeper at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume.


    Posting Open Date:
    February 28, 2024

    For Full Consideration, Apply by:
    March 13, 2024


    Open Until Filled?:
    Yes