Special Projects Lead Housekeeper

Job Information

• Department: University Life
• Classification: Housekeeping & Apparel Wkr 2
• 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
• Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
• Pay Band: 02
• Salary: Salary starting high $40k; commensurate with education and experience
• Restricted: Yes
• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Records Check: Yes
• Important Eligibility Requirement – Employees in this position are required to operate university vehicles in accordance with University Vehicle Use Policy. Applicants must possess and maintain an active, valid driver’s license that satisfies university requirements. Final candidates are subject to a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review, and successful completion of the review is a condition of employment. Minor or major driving violations may affect eligibility for employment.
  
  Applicants with prior driving infractions should review the Eligibility & MVR Review Information document prior to applying.

Housing & Residence Life (HRL) is a self-supporting auxiliary organization within the University Life unit of George Mason University. HRL serves a diverse population of approximately 6,200 students, with over 170 full-time graduate staff and over 200 undergraduate student staff. HRL is committed to providing a safe, well-maintained, student-centered environment and to fostering an inclusive, global community.

The Special Projects Lead Housekeeper, with supervision, provides on-site leadership to a moderate-sized group of Special Projects Housekeepers, ensuring quality cleaning and maintenance services for the campus housing system (over 6,200 beds across more than 40 residential facilities).

• Leadership
  • Oversees work performance of assigned Special Projects Housekeepers to ensure cleaning services and special projects meet department standards; evaluates quality and quantity of daily work through observation and inspection.
  • Maintains quality standards in non-routine cleaning and emergencies.
  • Responds to student concerns/requests and follows up.
  • Gives corrective instruction or retraining when performance is below standards; conducts on-the-job training as needed.
  • Ensures supply control guidelines are followed and staff are trained in chemicals and equipment; monitors safety and PPE usage.
  • Verifies equipment operation and submits repair requests as needed.
  • Instructs and assists Housekeepers in cleaning procedures, techniques, and use of new methods and products.
  • Keeps custodial closets organized, labeled, and stocked; ensures supplies are available.
  • Reports supply and maintenance needs; disseminates instructions from managers to the housekeeping group.
• Special Projects Housekeeping
  • Performs semi-skilled manual duties with knowledge of techniques, tools, equipment, and safety; operates carpet extractor.
  • Picks up and delivers supplies within HRL facilities.
  • Makes minor repairs to student room furniture and installs window treatments.
  • Picks up and disposes of trash from residential buildings to designated locations.
  • Loads and unloads furniture and other materials; transports as needed.
  • Notes and reports items to the supervisor requiring repair or reporting suspicious or unlawful items.
• Custodial Services
  • Cleans, vacuums, and mops common areas, hallways, and stairwells in residential facilities.
  • Cleans laundry rooms, including mopping floors and wiping machines.
  • Cleans balconies and sidewalks; cleans bathrooms and completes daily trash removal.
  • Moves and spot-cleans furniture, shampoos carpets, and maintains floors.
  • Cleans student rooms during transitions and check-out, including furniture, windows, and doors.
  • Cleans select offices and classrooms, including desks, windows, furniture, and trash removal.
• Groundskeeping
  • Maintains cleanliness of residential area grounds, walks, and drives; removes debris as needed.
  • Assists in preparing grounds for special events.
  • Receives reports and addresses necessary services and repairs to grounds.
  • Coordinates repairs with the Neighborhood Facilities Manager as needed.
  • Performs de-icing and snow…