Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Salary The hourly rate for this position ranges from $15.77 to $15.77. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

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The Housekeeper will perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks to maintain the cleanliness and proper functioning of a residence or apartment building. Responsibilities include general cleaning, upkeep, and preparing spaces for operation, along with tasks related to laundry, waste removal, and restocking supplies.

• Perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks in residences, including floor care, surface sanitation, waste removal, and supply replenishment to maintain readiness and cleanliness.
• Perform hotel-style cleaning duties, including making beds, washing linens and towels, cleaning appliances and dishes, removing trash, emptying refrigerators, cleaning under and behind appliances, and restocking coffee and bathroom supplies.
• Clean and detail kitchen appliances and bathroom fixtures to ensure they are sanitary and well-maintained.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, buffers, scrubbers, commercial cleaning equipment, and extractors.
• Perform make‑ready cleaning in apartments and residence halls as needed.
• Promote energy conservation by ensuring lights are turned off; inspect buildings for cleanliness, maintenance needs, and completed work orders; assist in managing custodial inventory and supplies.
• Respond to on‑call emergencies before, during, or after normal hours, including fires, electrical outages, floods, icy conditions, and other campus emergencies.
• Performs other duties assigned.

• High school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be physically able to perform all required tasks.

• High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience in housekeeping or custodial services.

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures. Proficiency in using custodial chemicals.
• Skilled in operating housekeeping equipment.
• Ability to carry out duties effectively by following oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, stand, sit, kneel and squat.

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 4:30pm

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work around biohazards.
• May work around chemicals.
• Essential position; may be required to report during campus emergencies.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Position may be designated security-sensitive based on job duties or location.

Position is benefit eligible:
Yes. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University. Benefits details at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-benefits

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. To be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48.

By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status.

The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

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