Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Housekeeper

Inside Higher Ed is looking for a Housekeeper. The Facilities Department plays a crucial role in maintaining the residential, academic, and administrative spaces of Beloit College, ensuring a healthy and pleasant environment for faculty, staff, and students. The selected candidate will collaborate with diverse stakeholders and perform a variety of cleaning duties across over 80 campus buildings.

• Perform cleaning tasks in assigned areas following established procedures and safety rules.
• Collect and remove trash and litter inside and outside the campus.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms, elevator interiors, room phone areas, trash baskets, and collection containers.
• Dust and clean walls, doors, furniture, drapes, and windows.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, scrub, and perform carpet cleaning as needed.
• Replace burned‑out light bulbs and clean light fixtures.
• Maintain hard‑surfaced floors and woodwork, including stripping and refinishing when required.
• Assist with snow removal as directed.
• Assist with moving, setting up furnishings, and event setup.
• Use appropriate chemical supplies and equipment, exercising daily judgment.
• Keep equipment clean and functional; report malfunctions via phone, in person or via work order.
• Report unsafe or unusual conditions promptly.
• Complete work orders and project requests assigned by supervisor.
• Manage supply order requests to maintain adequate stock.
• Work as part of the team and assist other facilities personnel as directed.
• Train, work with, or coordinate responsibilities of facilities student employees.
• Maintain key security, unlocking and locking areas as required.
• Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA safety regulations and campus policies.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous housekeeping or related background preferred.

• Knowledge of housekeeping operations and customer service standards.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to develop a cooperative work environment.
• Flexibility throughout tasks and adaptability to change.
• Ability to foster inclusive learning and work environments welcoming diverse backgrounds.
• Outstanding interpersonal and community relations skills; effective listening, communication, and teamwork.
• Understanding of the mission of a residential liberal arts college.
• Knowledge of OSHA, fire and life safety standards, and hazardous materials handling.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools used in housekeeping.
• Reading and writing skills; ability to follow oral and written instructions.

• Valid driver’s license; availability for on‑call emergencies.
• Will share on‑call responsibilities.

• Full range of body motion; lift 40 pounds, frequently lift 30 pounds independently.
• Bending, squatting, twisting, crawling, and climbing.
• Stand or walk for long periods; traverse campus freely.
• Climb stairs and ladders up to 10 feet.
• Visual and hearing ability to operate equipment and communicate.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing